I am wanting to smooth out my cellulite. will Zerona help? what are the side effects?
Will Zerona Help with Cellulite?
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In my practice I have found that the only way to improve cellulite is to attack it with several different noninvasive technologies to contract and smooth at different depths. I call it Maercks Multimodal Therapy or MMT. I have never seen any one technology have an impressive effect on its own.
All the best,
Rian A. Maercks M.D.
Web reference: http://www.rianmaercksmd.com/mmt.html
Thank you for your question. I would suggest Cellulaze to reduce your cellulite. Cellulaze is the only minimally invasive laser procedure designed to attack the structure of cellulite beneath your skin. Cellulaze is backed by many years of clinical research. Studies have shown it increases the thickness of your skin by 25% and the elasticity of your skin by 29%—significant claims that haven't been made by any other treatments. Thicker and more elastic skin can help flatten and smooth the skin surface to improve the appearance of cellulite. In addition, 93% of patients surveyed were satisfied or very satisfied with their results at one year post their procedure, and all would recommend the Cellulaze cellulite laser treatment to a friend.
Web reference: http://www.shapiroplasticsurgery.com/surgical-procedures/cellulaze.php
No Zerona will not help with Cellulite. The purpose of Zerona is to reduce the amount of fat in a generalized fashion but not to reduce cellulite, firm up or tighten the skin.
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We had the Zerona and eventually returned it.
In compliant patients we could get results while the treatments were ongoing.
However, some patients got minimal results.
Patients who changed their eating and lifestyle did get results which were long term. However these patients were few.
It is a good way to "jump start" any program of diet and exercise.
Dr. Mayl
Fort Lauderdale
Cellulite remains a highly frustrating problem for women of all shapes, sizes and age. Temporary improvements are possible with devices such as Velashape and SmoothShapes and are currently the best options. The challenge is that our patients want better results that last longer than these devices can consistently deliver. A new device, Cellulaze may be a big step forward but this has not yet received FDA approval. It should be available very soon. The device will involve placing a laser device under the skin to modify fat and the supportive fibers that influence cellulite. Some form of anesthesia (local only may be adequate) will be required and the treatment(s) will not be inexpensive. Stay tuned!
For patients that are leading a healthy lifestyle and want improvement now, you should try one of the above mentioned available treatments. We are all hoping that the newer treatments coming to market will live up to their early hype.
Dr. Mosher
Hi Cellulite S,
Zerona will not help with your cellulite. The Cardura liquid supplement that you drink, along with exercise, and increased water intake alone is what most scientific oriented physicians believe is creating some affect in some patients. The laser is not strong enough to penetrate the skin, let alone affect the underlying fat tissue. The main and most painful side effect of Zerona will be $2000-$3000 less in your pocket. There are currently no great treatments for cellulite other than clothes. Accent XL helps a little in some patients.
Good luck and be well.
Dr. P
Colleagues, you are correct. I tried the Zerona, personally, WHAT A JOKE!!! Minimal results if any for a large $ amount, Makes you think - WHAT NEXT?
From MIAMI Dr. B
I have yet to be convinced that zerona is truly effective for anything. Despite all you hear and read, there are currently no effective treatments for cellulite.
I share Dr. Placik's skepticism. Until I see more than one fairly dubious paper, I remain unconvinced that it works more than the diet and fat losing advice that comes with the treatment.
The results after Zerona treatments are inconsistent. It is not possible to predict significant improvement in cellulite or body contour for that matter after Zerona treatments.
These answers are for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. These answers do not constitute or initiate a patient/doctor relationship.
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