Cellulite Therapy

What is Cellulite?

This term refers to the dimpled appearance of the skin that occurs on hips, thighs and buttocks. This appearance is much more common in women due to the differences in the way fat, muscle, and connective tissue are distributed in men and women's skin. The American Academy of Dermatology reports that at least 80% of women have cellulite. Currently, more than 45 million women in the U.S between the ages of 20 and 50 who suffer from this condition.


What are the causes?

The different types of cellulite include: edematous, adipose, interstitial, fibrous or localized adiposity. The causes of cellulite include: genetics, hormonal, vascular, lack of exercise, stress, poor nutrition, digestive disorders and systemic diseases.




How does the TRIACTIVE Laser treat cellulite?

TRIACTIVE is the only laser FDA approved for cellulite treatment. It has 3 mechanisms of action in one device: Physical: Laser: Six diode laser system that penetrates skin to loosen and break up cellulite fat cells and stimulate collagen production.

Thermal: Cryotherapy cooling system for maximum comfort and no downtime

Mechanical: Rhythmic Micro Mechanical Massage to aspirate skin and enhance microcirculation and lymphatic drainage.

WHAT are the indications for the TRIACTIVE?

Cellulite which appears as a "cottage cheese" lumps under the skin

Post-liposuction: To assist with contouring

Facial Smoothing and Tightening

Body Smoothing

Enhancement of microcirculation

Therapeutic micro massage

- Adipose lymphatic drainage

What parts of the body can be treated with the TRIACTIVE?

Thighs and buttocks

Upper arms and neck

Tightening of the love handles

Abdomen

Is the TRIACTIVE painful?

Patients report no pain and a feeling similar to "having a massage". Part of this sensation is due to increase in circulation.


How soon will I notice effects from the TRIACTIVE?

Your individual results can depend on several factors: The number of areas being treated, your age and general condition and the number of treatments. Typically patients see noticeable improvements after six to eight treatments.

How often can I have a complete series of TRIACTIVE treatments?

Normally, the series can be done annually with follow-up monthly maintenance treatments. If you have experienced weight reduction, a change in your body fat composition (and need additional tightening) or are having other areas of your body treated, you may want to consider miniseries of treatments.