Subcision: Cellulite Reduction
Key Messages • Subcision is a simple procedure to correct depressed cellulite lesions • There is relationship between fibrous septa and depressed lesions, as shown in the literature • Performed…
Lasers and Lights: Cellulite Reduction
Key Messages • Laser and light-based modalities are one of the latest advances in the treatment of cellulite • External light irradiation has the capacity to trigger a photobiomodulatory effect…
Radiofrequency and Ultrasound: Cellulite Reduction
Key Messages • Radiofrequency and ultrasound devices are at the forefront of medical advances in the treatment of cellulite • Radiofrequency generates heat in the tissue, resulting in shrinkage of…
Injectable Fat-reducing Therapies: Fat Reduction
Key Messages • Adipocytolysis refers to the subcutaneous injection of chemicals, such as the detergent sodium deoxycholate, which ablates or lyses rather than shrinks fat cells • Injection lipolysis, otherwise…
Cellulite: Anatomy, Etiology, Treatment Indications
Key Messages • Cellulite is an architectural condition of human adipose tissue • Cellulite is characterized by a padded and nodular appearance of the skin in cellulite-prone areas, such as…
Massage/Mechanical Techniques: Cellulite Reduction
The etiology of cellulite has long been debated and several mechanisms have been proposed. While still controversial, understanding the pathophysiology behind cellulite is key when developing potential therapeutic treatments. This…
Radiofrequency Treatment: Fat Reduction
Key Messages • Radiofrequency (RF) devices are a recent advancement in noninvasive technology designed to reduce the appearance of fat. Often, they are based on the emission of an electromagnetic…
Laser Lipolysis: Fat Reduction
Key Messages • Laser-assisted lipolysis is an effective procedure for localized adipose removal that may also induce simultaneous skin tightening • The mechanism of action of laser-assisted lipolysis includes photo-acoustic,…
Micro-focused Ultrasound: Skin Tightening
Key Messages • Skin laxity is a common sign of photoaging • Skin lifting and tightening are desirable outcomes for a large majority of patients interested in photo-rejuvenation • Noninvasive…
Cryolipolysis: Fat Reduction
Key Messages • Cryolipolysis is a novel approach to noninvasive subcutaneous fat reduction • It is both safe and effective with essentially no post-procedure downtime • Commonly treated areas include…
