Cellulite Reduction
Surgical Arts of Virginia offers permanent cellulite reduction in the form
of laser lipolysis. Cellulaze is a recently FDA approved cellutite treatment
utilizing the Cynosure SmartLipo Laser. Dr. Palmer performs laser lipolysis
and cellulite eradication with the CoolLipo 1320nm laser.
First, the areas of treatment are delineated with a marker and the bulges
and dimples that comprise cellulite are identified and marked. The area
of treatment is then infused with a lidocaine solution to obtain anesthesia.
Dr. Palmer offers sedation, either oral or IV, if the patient so desires.
Next, small, 2 millimeter puncture wounds are used to allow placement of
the laser fiber beneath the skin. The laser energy melts fat at the bulges
of the cellulite to reduce their height. The heat also tightens the overlying
skin. Following this, the skin dimples component of the cellulite is released
by cutting the fibers beneath the skin that cause the dimpling. Both the
laser and a special tool are used for this. A compression dressing and
garment are then placed. The entire procedure is performed in Dr. Palmer’s
in-office surgical suite.
Afterwards, the patient can expect tenderness, bruising, and mild swelling
of the treated areas. The tenderness and bruising are mostly resolved
at one week, however the swelling can last longer. Results should be apparent
within two weeks and continued improvement is expected for up to three
months. Results are expected to last long term.
The procedure can be combined with liposuction of the same area or other
areas and can be obtained in a discounted package. Pricing is variable
and is based on the size of the area(s) to be treated. A consultation
is necessary for this.