Point of incision scars after cellfina - what do they look like?

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Can u tell me what the point of incision scars look like? Are they really noticeable?? Can u see them in sunlight/down light?

Tom S. Liu, MD, MBA · Answer

Treatment of cellulite with the Cellfina System requires using a needle-sized microscalpel device to release tethering bands underneath the skin. After treatment with Cellfina, patients can experience bruising at the puncture sites. This bruising is evidenced by tiny red or brownish spots. Any hyperpigmentation of the puncture sites will fade with time, and there should be minimal scarring once they are healed. Healing time for patients does vary as every person heals differently. Consult a board-certified plastic surgeon regarding how Cellfina can help you to achieve your goals. Good luck in your research!

Stanley Castor, MD · Answer

The scars from Cellfina are very small. They heal with a scab at first. After several weeks the scar is barely noticeable. The puncture site is about the size of a IV needle site or a puncture site when you give blood or have blood drawn. There is a bruise and this fades in a few weeks. Scar creams will help to lighten the puncture sites.

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

Healing after CellfinaThere is no cutting and no incisions. To perform this controlled, precise, and safe procedure, a vacuum hand piece is placed over the dimpled tissue through which the surgeon will deliver a local anesthetic. Then a small, needle-like microblade is inserted to release the fibrous bands, the cause of cellulite.

Results can be seen in as little as three days post-op. Most patients report some soreness, tenderness, and bruising, which should resolve within a week. 90% of patients reported no bruising after one month. To ensure the best results, a compressive garment should be worn for 2 weeks post-treatment.

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. The incision marks for Cellfina are very small like a needle, and typically heal quickly without requiring stitches or tape. You should not be able to see them after about 4-6 weeks. #cellfina  #Cellulite  #dimples

Paul M. Parker, MD, FACS · Answer

The access sites to perform Cellfina are equivalent to a needle stick. They typically heal very well and are not noticeable when healing is complete. Obtain a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area for an evaluation and to discuss further.

Keith Hodge, MD · Answer

Cellfina uses a microblade to release the fibrous bands, so the incisions aren't noticeable following the procedure. These are much smaller than a typical liposuction incision for example. Hope this helps and good luck!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

My patients LOVE cellfina and have not at all complained about incision scars.  You can get small points of hyperpigmentation that can resolve with time and skin lightening but they are very un noticeable.  Please see an expert.  I find combining cellfina with a few non invasive treatments after give MUCH more improvement than cellfina alone.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Kevin Tehrani, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for the detailed question. Cellfina is considered to be a minimally invasive non-surgical procedure that does not require any cutting or stitching. A small micro blade the size of an IV needle is inserted to release the fibrous tissue bands in the problem areas. Once the small micro blade cuts the fibrous bands, the dimpled areas will retract to your body resulting in smooth aesthetically appearing skin. For more information please visit our webpage.

Al Cohn, MD · Answer

Cellfina is a minimally invasive treatment for unwanted dimples on the buttocks.  The small blade that is used to release the fibrous bands is equivalent to a needle stick.  These punctures require no sutures and heal within days typically without being visible, think of the puncture sites as having a needle injection.  Thank you for your question and best of luck with your Cellfina procedure.  I hope you find the procedure as beneficial as our patients seem to.

Ross Stutman, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.The entry points for the Cellfina system require a small puncture in the skin not much larger than a needle. Therefore, while you may see some areas of redness for the first few weeks to months these are generally extremely small and should not be noticeable.I recommend you have a discussion with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area to discuss all the details of the Cellfina treatment.Best Regards,Dr. Ross Stutman

Point of incision scars after cellfina - what do they look like?

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