What Is Cellulaze®?
Cellulaze is the latest laser-assisted, minimally invasive body sculpting treatment; it eliminates cellulite at its source by removing pockets of fat and loosening the tight tissue bands beneath the skin that create the unsightly appearance of cellulite.
La Jolla premier cosmetic surgeons William Umansky, MD, and Jeffrey Umansky, MD, are pleased to offer this revolutionary, FDA-approved technology to patients seeking effective cellulite treatment. Cellulaze requires minimal downtime, and most patients are able to achieve excellent results after just one treatment session.
How Does Cellulite Form?
As we age, connective tissue below the surface of the skin becomes tighter and more rigid. At the same time, pockets of fat begin to push up to the skin’s surface, creating a dimpled appearance known as cellulite. As skin begins to thin – a natural part of the aging process – those dimples can become even more prominent.
Although cellulite is a harmless and common condition, those affected by it often wish they could get rid of it. If you’re bothered by your cellulite, Cellulaze might be the right treatment for smoothing your unwanted skin dimples.
How Does Cellulaze® Treat Cellulite?
Addressing Fibrous Bands, Fat Bulges And Thin Skin
Cellulaze addresses both the connective tissue problem and the isolated pockets of fat that contribute to the appearance of cellulite. A small laser with 1440 nm wavelength and a side-firing fiber is used to release connective tissue, reducing dimpling. At the same time, pockets of fat are liquefied by the laser so the fat can be eliminated naturally by the body. Finally, Cellulaze stimulates collagen production beneath the skin’s surface, leading to thicker, healthier skin.
Minimally invasive Cellulaze treatment works because instead of only treating the surface of the skin (like many creams and topical products on the market), it treats the structural problems underneath the skin that cause cellulite.
What Areas Can Be Treated With Cellulaze®?
Cellulaze is designed to address the most common areas affected by cellulite, which includes the thighs, buttocks and hips.
What To Expect During A Cellulaze® Treatment
Cellulaze is a minimally invasive procedure performed on an outpatient basis that usually takes between 60 and 90 minutes to complete. The Cellulaze treatment can be customized to the individual patient’s unique needs and desired results.
What Type Of Anesthesia Is Used During Cellulaze®?
Patients are usually given local anesthesia and sedation to ensure their comfort throughout the procedure.
How Is Cellulaze® Performed?
A small fiber is inserted into the treatment area via tiny incisions, allowing for delivery of the laser energy directly into the cellulite. The laser breaks apart the connective fibrous tissue bands that create the dimpling of cellulite. The laser energy also liquefies fat cells so they can be harmlessly absorbed by the body, and it stimulates collagen production for firmer, thicker skin.
How Many Cellulaze® Treatments Will I Need?
Unlike some other cellulite treatments, Cellulaze offers effective results after a single treatment.
What Is Cellulaze® Recovery Like?
Compression Garment
After treatment, patients are encouraged to wear a compression garment to minimize swelling and promote healthy blood flow and healing to the area.
Exercise And Activity
Regular activities and sedentary work can usually be resumed within two to three days. Strenuous exercise may be prohibited for up to two weeks.
Potential Side Effects
After your Cellulaze treatment, you may experience bruising, swelling and numbness in the treatment area. If these Cellulaze side effects develop, they tend to be mild and generally resolve within a couple of weeks. Wearing your compression garment will also help these issues resolve quickly and painlessly. Any post-treatment discomfort can be managed with over-the-counter pain medication and usually lasts a few days at most.
What Results To Expect From Cellulaze®
You can expect to see firmer, smoother skin and a reduction in dimpled, lumpy skin after Cellulaze. Your skin will also be thicker and have improved elasticity.
When Will I See My Results From Cellulaze®?
In some cases, patients report seeing smoother skin in the treatment area within just a few days. More dramatic results from Cellulaze can be seen within a few weeks and will continue to improve in the months following the procedure. Most patients see their final results by eight weeks after their Cellulaze treatment.
How Long Do Cellulaze® Results Last?
This treatment offers long-term results; most patients experience a noticeable improvement in their cellulite for at least one year, and many see results for up to three years. In addition to a smoother appearance, Cellulaze improves skin quality for more dramatic, long-lasting results.
Maintaining a healthy weight and lifestyle and avoiding sun exposure and smoking can prolong your Cellulaze results. Conversely, the longevity of your results can be negatively affected by weight gain and pregnancy.