Cellulite affects many women, with some refusing to wear bathing suits or shorts due to the risk of embarrassment. There are many products on the market today that claim to reduce the appearance of cellulite. However, many of these items provide only topical relief, which does not address the underlying reasons for the dimpling effect. Effective cellulite reduction therapy must move below the surface, to the subcutaneous fat cells and the connective tissue that change over time. One of the best methods of cellulite reduction therapy is not found on store shelves, but at the doctor’s office.
What is Endermologie?
Endermologie is the only cosmetic procedure to date that has been approved by the FDA as cellulite reduction therapy. This process uses a device to break up fat and create a smoother skin contour. The machine is worked over the surface of the skin to suction and roll away the pockets of fat that lead to the orange peel appearance of cellulite. It also improves circulation, which can in turn improve the overall appearance of the skin. Endermologie is available through many cosmetic surgeon’s offices and medical spas today.
What is a Treatment Like?
Endermologie cellulite reduction therapy is generally found to be quite relaxing to the patient, with little pain or discomfort involved. Before the treatment, the patient is asked to change into a special garment that allows the device to move over the surface of the skin smoothly, with pinching or sticking. The patient then lies down on the treatment table, and the technician applies gentle pressure to the cellulite areas using the Endermologie device. The device rolls and suctions the fat pockets, breaking them down gradually for a smoother appearance to the skin.
This type of cellulite reduction therapy requires multiple sessions to achieve desired results. Most doctors will recommend two or three sessions a week to start, with at least one day between each treatment. Once the patient has achieved the desired plateau, a single monthly maintenance session will be needed to maintain the results of the cellulite reduction therapy. It is also important to adhere to a cellulite reduction diet and exercise program to keep weight in check and cellulite at bay.
Cellulite reduction therapy can be an effective way of reducing the appearance of cellulite and achieving a smoother, sexier contour to the skin. If cellulite reduction therapy sounds like the right choice for you, talk to a cosmetic surgeon or dermatologist for more information.
