cellulite

March 7, 2022

Your Top Questions About Cellulite, Answered

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Cellulite. Cottage cheese. Orange peel skin. There are plenty of names for the symptom that is medically known as cellulite. To some, it’s not much of a concern, but at Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center, we work with patients every day who are tired of their cellulite and have decided to put it behind them.

Curious about your own cellulite and what you can do about it? Our cosmetic specialists are answering all your top questions about cellulite.

What Causes Cellulite?

Cellulite appears because of a combination of factors. There is a layer of fat below your skin, and there are also connective bands that secure your skin to the underlying tissue. Cellulite dimples appear when the fat is pushing your skin up and the connective bands are pulling down on the skin, creating little lumps in between the connective bands.

Of course, you have fat and connective bands throughout your entire life, so why don’t you develop cellulite until at least puberty or adulthood? It’s because your connective bands often become more rigid as you get older, and most people accumulate more fat below their skin in adulthood too. That combination of increased fat and overly rigid connective bands creates the look of cellulite.

Does My Weight Affect Cellulite?

If cellulite is partially caused by fat, does that mean that your weight affects your cellulite? Yes, it does, but only to an extent. According to the Cleveland Clinic, cellulite affects up to 90% of women, and that includes a large percentage of women who are slim.

Losing weight may reduce the fat below your skin and reduce the pressure pushing up against those connective bands to produce cellulite dimples. While this is likely to reduce your cellulite, remember that there are several factors that contribute to cellulite, so it isn’t likely to go away entirely.

Why Do Women Get More Cellulite Than Men?

While cellulite can affect anyone, it’s significantly more common in women than men, and there are a few reasons for this. First, women are more likely to accumulate fat in areas that are prone to cellulite, like the hips, thighs, and buttocks. Men, on the other hand, are more likely to hold most of their weight in their belly, which is less likely to have cellulite.

Women also tend to have thinner skin than men. Thicker skin can mask the appearance of cellulite dimples, so women are more likely to have visible cellulite dimples.

Is Cellulite a Medical Issue?

While many people with cellulite don’t like how it looks, the good news is that cellulite is not a medical issue. It does not affect your health, nor does it indicate that you are overweight. It is solely a cosmetic issue.

How Can I Treat Cellulite?

If you have cellulite and you want smoother, firmer skin with fewer dimples, our cosmetic experts are proud to offer multiple treatment options. At Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center, we offer skin tightening and cellulite reduction by Viora(TM). For a more direct and comprehensive procedure for cellulite, we also offer Cellulaze™ at Southern Plastic Surgery.

Keep in mind that while there are many topical over-the-counter products that claim to reduce cellulite, these have not been found to be reliably effective. In most cases, these products are only moisturizers, and while the hydration can temporarily reduce the appearance of cellulite by plumping the skin, they don’t make any lasting changes to your cellulite.

To take the first steps toward smoother skin, schedule a free consultation at Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center or at Southern Plastic Surgery today.

June 24, 2021

Top Reasons to Get Skin Tightening with Viora Reaction™

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At Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center, the name of the game is helping you, our treasured patients, look and feel your best. The journey is different for every patient who walks through our doors, and that’s why we have so many treatments and procedures to offer, not to mention a skilled staff of practitioners who have the expertise to administer them effectively.

Did you know that many of those treatments at Laser Lights can be used in different ways to address a variety of cosmetic concerns, rather than just one? Viora Reaction™ skin tightening ranks among them. To give you a better understanding of your cosmetic options, we’re taking a look at the top reasons patients choose skin tightening with Viora Reaction™.

You Want to Look Younger

One of the most popular reasons patients come to us is to rejuvenate their look and reduce signs of aging that make them look older than they feel. While we have plenty of treatments that reduce wrinkles and age spots, like fractionated CO2 laser skin resurfacing and Botox® injections, some patients want an option that focuses more on sagging skin on areas like the jowls and neck.

Viora Reaction™ is an entirely non-invasive way to tighten sagging skin by stimulating collagen production in a precise and targeted way. The applicator sends radio frequency energy to warm the deeper layers of the skin, enhancing your collagen and giving you a natural-looking lift.

You Want a Tighter Physique

Viora Reaction™ isn’t only limited to the face. In fact, it’s an effective way to reduce sagging skin throughout the body.

We see many patients who have lax skin on their arms, legs, and other areas as they age. If you have lost weight or you’ve had a baby, you may also find that the skin on your abdomen isn’t as taut as you would like it to be. If your sagging skin isn’t significant enough to warrant a tummy tuck or other cosmetic surgery, skin tightening with Viora Reaction™ can give your body a firmer contour.

You Want to Cut Down on Cellulite

Now that shorts and bathing suit season has arrived, more and more people are concerned about cellulite on their legs and buttocks. As it turns out, Viora Reaction™ can help with this too. The treatment tightens and smooths your skin to reduce the appearance of cellulite more effectively than topical creams.

Life is simply too short to spend every day feeling self-conscious about the way you look, whether your concern centers on facial aging, sagging skin, or cellulite. In any of these cases, Viora Reaction™ could be the perfect way to get your confidence back. To find out if our non-surgical skin tightening treatment is the right fit for you, schedule a complimentary consultation at Laser Lights Cosmetic Laser Center today. In the meantime, follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more cosmetic tips.

February 10, 2020

How Can I Get Rid of Unsightly Cellulite?

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If you are a woman, odds are you have or will deal with the skin condition that is cellulite. Statistics say that between 80 and 90 percent of women past the age of puberty have experienced or will experience the presence of cellulite in their lifetime. Cellulite also affects some men and young girls, but primarily affects women because of their tissue structure. In women, fat calls are arranged vertically. In men, fat cells and connective tissue is arranged in more of a crisscross structure. Cellulite usually makes an appearance by age 25 in young women and becomes even more prevalent in menopause as the body loses some of its estrogen and blood flow to connective tissue.

What is cellulite?

Cellulite is a skin condition in which the formation of the skin appears lumpy or dimpled. Common visual comparisons of this condition include orange-peels and cottage cheese. Cellulite is usually most prevalent on the thighs and buttocks, but can also be seen on the arms, legs, stomach, and back. The condition is purely cosmetic, not typically causing any physical pain. Cellulite can however cause self-consciousness and insecurity.

How can I get rid of cellulite?

The first way to get rid or at least improve cellulite is to live a healthy lifestyle. People with poor diets often have more cellulite than those who exercise and eat healthy. However, in many cases, cellulite doesn’t completely subside in even the most active and slim women. Some creams, medications, and skincare products may help to combat the appearance of cellulite. Perhaps the most effective way to combat cellulite is through cosmetic treatment. However, it is important to talk to an experienced provider about which treatment is right for you.

What treatments can help combat cellulite?

At Laser Lights, we offer non-invasive treatments for cellulite such as Viora Reaction™ Skin Tightening, Cellulaze™, and Thermitight®.

Viora Reaction™ Skin Tightening is non-surgical and uses vacuum therapy to boost circulation and stimulate lymphatic drainage, as well as heat therapy to break down fat cells. This treatment can be used on a variety of areas and has been shown to be effective in stimulating collagen production and reducing the appearance of cellulite. Results can be seen after one treatment, but best results can be seen gradually after six to eight treatments.
Cellulaze™ is a minimally invasive cellulite-reducing procedure performed in-office. Cellulaze™ uses tiny incisions under local anesthesia to address rigid connective tissue, excess subcutaneous fat, and thinning skin. Cellulaze™ also requires minimal downtime. Patients can expect optimal results in each targeted area after one treatment.
Thermi® treatments are used to treat a variety of skin issues; however, Thermitight® targets cellulite specifically. This unique treatment uses radiofrequency and heat therapy to smooth cellulite in the targeted area. Like Cellulaze™, Thermitight® produces optimal results after one targeted treatment.

You don’t have to fight cellulite alone. At Laser Lights, we are here to help you combat this pesky skin condition! Call today to schedule a free skin consultation with us at 770.495.9322 and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

April 21, 2014

Our Hottest Anti-Aging Removal Services: Cellulite, Spots, & Spider Veins

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Most of us will reach an age where all the common cosmetic side effects of aging start creeping up. You might see your skin rippling and dimpling in places you didn’t think possible. You may look down to find age spots speckled along your fingers, hands, and forearms. You may even notice veins on your legs becoming more visible, lessening your desire to show off your gams in the spring sun. At Laser Lights Cosmetic and Anti-Aging Center, we believe that confidence is a necessity at any age and we offer a variety of services to treat concerning skin imperfections.

With over 12 different lasers, we’re able to successfully remove age spots, freckles, birthmarks, and spider veins. Our licensed medical professionals treat various conditions using specialized FDA-approved medical grade lasers that target aging concerns. For spider vein removal, we target unwanted blood vessels with safe laser technology that addresses the face and legs for all skin types. For complete spider vein elimination patients typically require one to three treatments.

Age spots affect only the outermost layer of skin, making them fairly simple to treat with our advanced techniques. While age spots are not associates with any health threats, various reports suggest that they can be a roadblock to accurately identifying skin cancer. Outside of this, many people choose to eliminate them due to their status as a telltale sign of aging. While it may be difficult to sidestep age spots, there are several approaches you can take to remove them, including chemical peels and laser treatments with Alexandrite or Q-Switched YAG lasers.

When a lack of blood flow combines with the collagen breakdown associated with aging, cellulite appears as dimpled, shallow fat deposits just under the skin’s surface. As millions of people would agree, cellulite can be extremely difficult lessen the appearance of—until now. Viora Reaction™ can treat cellulite while tightening skin and contouring the body. The unique technology uses vacuum therapy that boosts circulation, reduces the size of fat cells, and stimulates lymphatic drainage to get the most out of the three radio-frequency modes it utilizes.

Our providers will discuss each individual’s unique needs at their initial consultation for any treatment we provide. Please contact us today to schedule your appointment. Connect with Laser Lights on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for the latest news and information.

March 13, 2012

Viora Reaction: The Perfect Prescription for Spring Fever

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Although we’re barely into March, this warm Atlanta weather has got the providers of Laser Lights dreaming about spring break already. Since spring break often entails a trip to the beach or lake, it is time to prepare yourself if you hope to take care of imperfections you may have been hiding all winter longer, like cellulite. These dimpled, shallow fat deposits are almost impossible to get rid of and are a cosmetic concern for most people. Fortunately, Laser Lights offers Viora Reaction™ cellulite reduction and skin tightening treatments.

Even though we’ve offered cellulite treatments like Endermologie®, Viora Reaction™ technology is in a class of its own. Through channeling optimized radiofrequency (CORE™ technology), Reaction™ uses three RF modes at once to boost circulation, reduce fat cell size, and stimulate lymphatic drainage. The fat cells begin to break down as deep tissue is heated, reducing cellulite as well as the circumference of the treatment area. Cellulite reduction patients will see results in just one treatment, but many receive 6 to 8 treatments for optimal results.

Reaction™ not only works for cellulite reduction, it also is a great anti-aging procedure for skin tightening. The RF energy heats the deep facial tissues to tighten skin, increase elasticity, and stimulate collagen production. Reaction™ can safely treat the forehead, cheeks, jowls, neck, and eye area for overall facial rejuvenation. Patients report tighter skin after just one session, but many pursue 3 to 5 treatments for optimal skin tightening results.

Because it’s best to reserve laser treatments for cooler months to avoid sun exposure during warmer months, now is a great time to schedule a laser service. We also have plenty of non-laser services to get you ready for spring. Our facials and chemical peels will help with a glowing, spring-like complexion, but if your complexion needs a little more of a boost to fight acne, you may want to try acne light therapy. Patients traveling to the beach who don’t want to worry about waterproof makeup may want to look into our eyelash and eyebrow tinting services. If you aren’t sure what treatment is right for you, schedule a consultation. Be sure to connect with us on Facebook and Twitter for skin care news, specials, and updates.

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