Velasmooth

Cellulite Reduction and Tissue Re-contouring using Velasmooth™
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Approximately 80 per cent of women have some degree of cellulite, a result of concentrated fat cells that leave a rippling effect on the skin, which is often compared to an orange peel.

It is typically most pronounced  around the thighs, hips and buttocks of women.  You do not need to be overweight or a certain age to have cellulite. Even very young and very thin women are affected.

Velasmooth

Velasmooth is the first and only medical device with the revolutionary elos (electro-optical synergy) combined energy technology by Syneron Medical. By using Bi-Polar Radio Frequency and Infrared Light — plus tissue mobilization combined with suction, the appearance of cellulite is reduced and problem areas are re-contoured. Many women find Velasmooth to be a viable alternative to liposuction as a means of coutouring upper thighs and buttocks. A more recent single treatment procedure is Thermage CL

What causes Cellulite?

Cellulite develops in the body when fat is deposited immediately below the dermis and contained in fat chambers that can become swollen. As the fat cells grow in size, surrounding tissue becomes compressed and hardened, making blood circulation more difficult and trapping fluids. This causes reduced elasticity of the adipose tissue, producing an undesirable tension between the layers. The resulting depression of connective tissue anchor points creates the appearance of cellulite.

How does Velasmooth get rid of cellulite?

The machine uses light and radio frequency to heat up fat cells, breaking them apart and sending them to the lymph nodes for the body to dispose of naturally. The Velasmooth also uses suction to gently smooth the skin during treatment so the light and radio frequency are delivered uniformly.

By reducing the number of fat cells and affecting the intra-fat structure, the treated area becomes smoother and more elastic. The radio frequency also causes a mild contraction that visually lifts and firms the area, especially noticeable in the buttocks.

Velasmooth in conjunction with Mesotherapy offers even better results. Dr. Pilest may recommend that you use both therapies or the newest Tharmage Cellulite single treatment to get the most benefits and most pronounced smoothing and contouring of the skin.
See before and after - ASAL Meso.com

More information and photos on Target Fat Reduction through MesoLipolysis and Lipolite.

"This combined 3-part treatment offers the most advanced method of cellulite reduction on the market today."

(Photo Source - Syneron Medical Ltd)

How much improvement can I expect?

All patients in the FDA studies demonstrated improvement in cellulite appearance as well as reduction in the hip circumference. Average improvement for all patients on the appearance of cellulite was 65 per cent. Hip perimeters were reduced 3.2cm on average, and all patients reported feeling skin contraction as a result of the treatment. .

What's a Velasmooth treatment like?

You'll lie on a table for your treatment. Your technician will pass the Velasmooth hand piece over the area with the cellulite. This may be repeated a number of times. You will feel a strong massaging action of the suction and possibly some warmth as the radio frequency penetrates to the fat layer in your skin. Since this is a medical treatment for cellulite, and far beyond the ineffective spa-type procedures, there is typically some level of discomfort. The most effective levels of treatment with the best response potential will frequently create some temporary (and expected) bruising.

How many treatments will I need?

The number of treatments varies for each individual, but typically a series of 16, performed twice weekly for 8 weeks, offers measurable as well as visual improvement. Each treatment generally takes only 30 to 45 minutes. Note - With the new smaller treatment handpiece, you're able to reduce the number of sessions needed to get great results. Now, too, smaller areas around the knees, the bra line or arms can benefit from Velasmooth

How is Velasmooth different from other cellulite machines?

Other types of cellulite reduction equipment offered only massage and suction, rendering it far less effective. Since the infrared light and radio frequency of Velasmooth actually heat the fat cells, the effect is one of dispersal and removal of the cells - not simply a breaking up of some of the hardened tissue.

Is there downtime?

No. Syneron's Velasmooth requires no time "off". You may return to your regular activities immediately.

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Related Treatments

Mesotherapy for weight reduction and enhanced cellulite reduction
Thermage for skin tightening of the face, neck, arms, abdomen and thighs
Relume for stretch marks

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