Monday, July 20, 2009

VelaSmooth for Cellulite Reduction

By El Bilson

VelaSmooth is a great new procedure that can help you get rid of your cellulite and give you the toned skin you've been wanting. VelaSmooth is a non-invasive device that utilizes a combination of bi-polar RF and light energy. It is the only procedure available that has been approved by the FDA for the treatment of cellulite.

Syneron Medical Limited is the creator of this unique infrared device. The devices is designed to be as comfortable as possible yet still effective in giving you smooth, toned skin.

The machines uses light and radio frequencies that start heating up the fatty tissues that are just underneath the skin. These fatty tissues are broken apart and the body processes the resulting waste.

Currently, the infrared device achieves gives the best results in the thigh, butt and stomach region. However you can still get good results elsewhere on your body. The new Contour Applicator can be used in combination with the original Velasmooth to further enhance the effects of the cellulite reduction therapy treatment by targeting the chin, knees, "love handles" and other hard-to-treat areas like the arms, neck, bra line and back of the calves.

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, cellulite treatments have increased 81 percent since 2000. Syneron created the Contour Applicator to meet consumer demand for a more efficient VelaSmooth experience. This new applicator allows the patients to receive fewer treatments. It also helps reduce strain on the technicians preforming the procedure.

Worried that the infrared technique might be too harsh on your skin? This technique has been proven to be effective on all skin types, including those with sensitive skin or darker skin tones. In addition, the therapy is particularly effective on the larger and bigger areas of the body like abdomen, thighs, buttocks, upper arms, hips etc.

Initially,the treatment requires about 16 sessions over 8 weeks with each session lasting for about 45 minutes to about 1 hour. However, there is no down time and the therapy allows for the patient to return to normal activities after a session. Most patients see visible results within a few sessions of this unique treatment.

As with other cellulite reduction procedures, it is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle. A healthy lifestyle will help you maintain the results from the treatment. The procedure is offered by physicians all over the country. Be sure to schedule and initial visit before you have the procedure. It's important to ask questions before you undergo treatment.

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