Cellulite is the abnormal storage of fat in the adipocytes/fat cells in the hypodermis.

The fat cells are grouped together into large collections which are separated by fibrous strands. These fibrous strands run between the muscle and the skin. As the fat cells expand with weight gain, the gap between muscle and skin expands but unfortunately the fibrous strands cannot stretch. This results in the dimpling characteristic of cellulite

Who does it affect?

Cellulite is mostly a problem in the buttock and thigh area but can affect all areas in some women, irrespective of age and their weight.

Up until now there has not been any effective way to improve cellulite other than losing weight (and this does not always help). Treatments like body wraps, ultrasound and massage can give temporary relief but do not alter the basic structural problem that causes cellulite.

High Definition Body Fat Contouring
   - by Vaser

LipoSelection by VASER is a new way to precisely and efficiently remove unwanted fat. An alternative to the harsh techniques of traditional liposuction, LipoSelection uses state-of-the-art ultrasound technology to reshape your body. Only the LipoSelection procedure uses the patented VASER system to first liquefy and then remove fat from the body, providing smooth results. Patients report low to minimal pain, swelling and bruising.

Doctors have experienced great success in treating all of the following areas: abdomen, thighs, knees, buttocks, and hips, back, arms, male breasts, love handles, chin and neck areas.

What happens during LipoSelection?

First, the area to be reshaped is filled with a special saline solution that helps numb the site and shrink the blood vessels (to minimise blood loss and reduce bruising). This solution wets and fills the area to be treated, making it easier to break up fatty tissue with the VASER system’s sound energy. Then a small probe transmits sound energy (similar to that used for cataract removal from the eye) that fragments fatty tissue on contact, while leaving other important tissues relatively intact. Finally the liquefied fat is removed through a gentle suction process designed to minimise damage to surrounding tissues.


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