Would weight loss affect cellfina results?

I appreciate your question.

Weight loss should not  affect the results of Cellfina.  Cellfina is targeting the structural cause of cellulite, so weight changes should not significantly alter the results.  Massive weight loss may lead to skin laxity but should have no affect on the fibrous bands of the dimples that have been released by the Cellfina procedure

The best way to assess and give
true advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified
plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.Best of luck!

Dr. Schwartz

Weight loss after Cellfina treatment should not significantly affect results. Once the fibrous bands causing cellulite dimples are released with Cellfina, improvements in surface contour persist for 2 years or more. Large weight loss could result in surface irregularities from worsening skin laxity but should not contribute to recurrence of the fibrous bands and dimples.  

Cellfina is a minor surgical release of the fibrous bands under the skin which cause cellulite. Weight loss afterwards may loosen your skin but should not affect those fibrous bands corrected by Cellfina.

Hello and thank-you for your question!Cellfina is the latest break though for the treatment of cellulite. Cellfina targets the fibrous bands which are the source of the dimpling in cellulite. It is most effective for the treatment of dimples and depressions of the buttocks and outer thighs. Once released, the cellulite should not re-occur in the treated area. As with all body contouring procedures, the goal should be maintenance of your weight through healthy lifestyle changes, including diet and exercise. Significant weight loss may cause worsening of skin laxity, but should not affect the Cellulite in Cellfina treated areas. Significant increase in weight should not affect the appearance of cellulite in Cellfina treated areas, but may cause cellulite to appear in untreated areas. Minor weight fluctuations should not affect your results. The results for Cellfina are long-lasting with an amazing two year patient satisfaction rate of 96%! Cellfina is a relatively new technology and on going studies will further clarify the long term benefits of Cellfina.Best regards,Andrew Lyos MD, FACS

There is no reason to expect that there would be a diminished good result after Cellfina treatment from weight loss. Some cellulite does worsen with weight gain as this pushes the skin higher above its infrastructure, but the vertical collagen bands hold down the skin in focal areas making the skin's surface look indented like the buttons on a mattress. Weight loss, would be expected to either create no change in existing cellulite or improve its appearance, and similarly, improve, not worsen, cellulite after Cellfina treatment.

The Cellfina procedure is
a minimally invasive one that numbs the area around the dimple on your buttocks
or thighs, and then treats the connective bands woven throughout the fat that
pull down the skin, creating dimpling seen on the skin’s surface. The Cellfina
cellulite procedure works by precisely treating these tethered bands, causing
them to fully release. Similar to a rubberband under tension, once released,
the treated skin bounces back to smooth itself out in as little as three days.

Weight gain or weight loss
should not affect the outcomes and the results have been seen for over 2 years
(if not more). It is truly a really
exciting new technology that most women can benefit from.

Weight loss should not affect Cellfina results. Cellfina works by releasing the fibrous bands that cause the dimpling characteristic of cellulite; weight loss will not affect these released bands. Extreme weight loss may cause skin laxity, but not further cellulite. Skin laxity can be treated with a variety of other cosmetic and surgical procedures depending on its extent. It is nonetheless recommended that you be at or near your ideal weight before having a Cellfina treatment. A board certified dermatologist will be able to assess your condition and let you know if you are a good candidate for Cellfina.

Weight gain can exacerbate cellulite in certain regions. Weight loss does not eliminate cellulite but can reduce the severity. It is best to reach your optimal weight before investing in surgical treatment of cellulite. Best of luck.

Cellfina is not affected by weight/size and if you have cellulite, cellfina can be used to improve it.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Great question!  Weight loss should not significantly affect the results of Cellfina.  Since Cellfina is targeting the structural cause of cellulite, weight changes should not significantly alter the results.  In the Cellfina clinical studies, participants did have weight changes (both gains and losses) and results were maintained. Keep in mind, a significant weight loss could result in skin laxity which might alter the overall appearance of the area.