Endermologie - Questions & Answers

Why do women have cellulite and not men?
Estrogen is the key hormone involved in cellulite formation. As a result, 90% of women have cellulite while most men do not, unless they have hormonal imbalance. Furthermore, the hypodermis (subcutaneous fat layer) is structurally different in women, and it permits more fat storage than the male hypodermis.

Is Endermologie a treatment for obesity?
No.

Which treatment is most effective to treat cellulite?
Currently the most effective treatment approved by the FDA is Endermologie.



Who is a potential candidate?
Anyone with is a potential candidate.


Can liposuction remove or reduce the appearance of cellulite?
Liposuction is the most effective surgical procedure for body contouring, involving the removal of fat from deep fat layers, but is not a treatment for cellulite. Liposuction is not performed in the subcutaneous fat layer, due to swelling, scarring, and bruising, and therefore, making it not the treatment of choice for cellulite.

What are the most common areas of the body that benefit from this technique?
The abdomen, waste, hips, back, buttocks and thighs.

Can Endermologie® be applied as a facial treatment?
Yes.

How are the benefits of Endermologie® measured?
Benefits are meaured by noticable improvement upon cellulite, skin tightening or conturing, depending on the goal.

How many sessions are normally required for best results?
Endermologie® treatments are generally 35 minutes in duration, twice a week. The average women will need 15 to 18 treatments to achieve optimal results. Once a month follow-up treatments are usually recommended to maintain results.

How soon can I return to normal activities?
Immideately.

How will my skin look after my first treatment?
You may see no change at all. Endermologie results are obtained by multiple treatments.

Are there any scars or marks left as a result of the procedure?
No.

Will there be bruising?
No.

Can dimpling or bumpy areas reappear in treated areas?
Yes. This is why monthly maintenance is required.

Will I require general anesthesia and or I.V. sedation?
No.

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