What is Cellulite?
Cellulite is a term that describes the dimpled appearance of skin caused by fat deposits just below the skin’s surface. It is found in women, typically in the skin of the abdomen, lower limbs, and pelvic region.
What Causes Cellulite?
Many women believe cellulite is a fat problem that can be eliminated through diet and exercise. Truth is, you can lessen the appearance of cellulite somewhat by decreasing the fat cells under your skin, but you can’t get rid of it completely no matter how slim you become.
That’s because fat isn’t the problem; the structural makeup of women’s skin is the cause. Women have connective tissue bands under their skin that are like vertical bars, trapping pockets of fat between them. The fat trapped by these tight bands pushes upward against the skin, creating lumps on the surface, next to depressions where the connective tissue is separating the fat beneath. Yes, it’s the orange peel look of cellulite. And it only gets worse as we age and our skin thins.
This is the explanation of why skinny people can have cellulite, while heavy people may not. And men? Less than 10% have cellulite because, unlike the vertical connective tissue under women’s skin, men’s connective tissue is in an X pattern. For women, genetics plays a big role — if your mom had cellulite, you have cellulite. Hormones, aging, and weight also play a part.
Who is at Risk for Developing Cellulite?
Cellulite affects approximately 85% of post-pubescent women. Women are more likely to experience cellulite results in dimpled, uneven skin with an “orange peel” appearance.
Can You Prevent Cellulite From Forming?
There isn’t a thing you can do to prevent cellulite formation. It’s both a part of being a woman. It’s simple anatomy.
What is Avéli™?
Avéli™ is a minimally invasive procedure performed by a trained provider that delivers lasting reduction in cellulite dimples on the buttocks and thighs after a single in-office visit. Avéli is the first and only cellulite procedure that allows a physician to identify and release the bands under the skin (called septa) that cause cellulite dimples with real-time confirmation of release2.
How do I know if Avéli is right for me?
If you are a woman looking for long-term reduction in cellulite dimples from a single, minimally invasive in-office procedure, Avéli could be for you!1 Schedule a consultation with Dr. Bertolino to determine if you are a candidate.
Does Avéli only treat cellulite dimples?
Avéli treats the septa bands causing cellulite dimples from the inside-out. It is not a procedure that addresses other concerns often seen alongside cellulite, such as laxity or pockets of fat.
Will I need multiple sessions?
Avéli is designed to be a single, in-office procedure. During a single procedure your provider can identify and release the dimpled cellulite targets on both your buttocks and thighs.
How long does an Avéli procedure take?
A typical Avéli procedure will take around an hour, including local anesthesia and the procedure itself. Exact timing will vary depending on your personalized procedure plan from your provider.
Is there any downtime after the procedure?
Little to none. In the clinical study, most patients returned to normal activities within 24-48 hours.
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Are there any side effects?
In the clinical study, the most common side effects reported were mild pain within the first 24 hours and bruising and tenderness to the touch which typically resolved within 30 days. Small areas of firmness, usually not visible or painful, typically resolved in a couple of months.
Can I work out or exercise after the procedure?
It is recommended to avoid any strenuous activities or workouts in the first few days/weeks after the procedure to allow the area to heal.
How quickly will I see improvement in my cellulite?
The results of your Avéli procedure should be visible once swelling and bruising subside. By one-month post-procedure you should start to see the effects of the procedure.
How long will the results last?
Participants in the clinical study demonstrated a lasting reduction in the appearance of their cellulite when assessed one year after the procedure.
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