Cellulite Treatment

Cellulite is the skin texture in the connective tissue of the skin, which is called orange appearance by the public. It is seen in 90% of women. Causes of cellulite formation are hereditary causes, hormonal and blood circulation disorders, weakening of the connective tissue, psychological reasons, unhealthy nutrition (intensive coffee, cola and alcohol consumption, etc.) and not doing sports. It is usually seen in the basin, abdomen, butt, hips, back, arms and upper leg area. In order to eliminate these conditions, cellulite treatment is applied.

Cellulite Treatment Smooth Shape

It is a non-surgical application which is applied by laser beams and vacuuming. Laser, infrared light, vacuum and massage treatments are applied together with the same device, subcutaneous fat is reduced, skin becomes smooth and tightens. The effect is observed for 6 to 12 months. The person does not experience cellulite problems for life when short or painless sessions of Smooth shape method are carried out once or twice a year.

Smooth shape sessions vary according to the nature and multiplicity of the region to be applied. 8 to 12 sessions in average are foreseen. It can be done with 2 sessions per week for 4-6 weeks and can be completed in a short time such as 8 days without any break.

It is the treatment method in which drugs with different functions are used jointly or independently. Lipolytic (fat burner), Fibrolytic, anti-swelling, circulation supportive skin correcting drugs are usually used in combination. In the procedure performed under local anesthesia, the skin is made sterile and the drug mixture is injected subcutaneously with mesotherapy needles. One session takes about 30-45 min. Minimum 10 sessions should be done. It may be increased up to 20-25 sessions. It’s a painless aesthetic practice. In some patients, rashes may be observed on application areas but they disappear in a short while.

Mesotherapy method eliminates cellulite and tightens the skin. Since anti-allergic drugs are used, allergic reactions are very rare. Your doctor will make the necessary tests before the application.

Since cellulite treatment is not a surgical operation, the person can easily continue his/her daily life after the sessions. Patients should use the dermatological products recommended by their doctor during the treatment. In the session intervals, the patient should not be exposed to direct sunlight immediately after treatment and solarium should not be used.

To take advantage of the effects of cellulite treatment for a long time, some changes should be made in your way of life. Coffee, cola etc. foods should be reduced. Alcohol consumption should be minimized, smoking should be avoided. Drinking plenty of water and exercise is very important.

Cellulite shows progress in three stages

Stage 1: Because of circulatory disturbance, water emerges from the vessels and spreads to the tissues. In this period, sensitivity and pain develop on the cellulite tissue.
Stage 2: Edema increases.
Stage 3: The fat, water and salt accumulated in the tissue cannot be absorbed by the body and the cellulite becomes permanent.

Contrary to the presumptions, cellulite is not a weight-related phenomenon, it is more common in the developmental stages of pregnancy, pre-menopausal and advanced ages.

What are the methods of cellulite treatment?

Cellulite is a problem that can be solved easily today. According to your cellulite structure and body characteristics, your doctor will apply the most appropriate method. If you do not pay attention to your diet after the treatment and if you do not include sports in your life, reoccurrence is inevitable. Cellulite treatment is not strictly applied in pregnancy, during breastfeeding and those with skin disease, epilepsy, carotid failure and cancer patients. All patients approved by the doctor may be treated. Applications are painless, very simple aesthetic practices with short recovery period. Do not apply sunscreen, moisturizer or lotion on the skin before treatment. Skin should be clean and dry.