Cellulite; It is a term that expresses the irregular appearance (orange peel appearance) in the skin and adipose tissue. This situation, especially seen in 85% of women; It can be defined as a regional metabolic disorder and storage of subcutaneous adipose tissue, often in the thighs, hips and abdomen.
What are the factors that cause cellulite?
+ Blood and lymphatic circulation disorders
+ Hormonal factors (One of the most important hormones is estrogen. Therefore, cellulite is most common in women; it starts after puberty and increases during pregnancy, menstrual periods and menopause)
+ genetic predisposition
+ Diet high in fat and carbohydrates, low in fiber
+ Excessive salt consumption
+ Sedentary lifestyle
+ Tight clothes and high heels
+ Smoking (Decreases microcirculation and tissue oxygenation and increases free radical formation)
+ Alcohol (affects fat metabolism)
Cellulite Treatment
The first thing to do in treatment; making changes in lifestyle and eliminating the factors that cause cellulite. It is necessary to apply a proper diet, regular nutrition and regular exercise, pay attention to the use of drugs (especially hormonal drugs), and stay away from smoking and alcohol. Consuming 2-3 liters of water a day and vitamin C also help in the treatment of cellulite. Combined treatments should be preferred in the treatment of cellulite.
One of the most effective methods in the treatment of cellulite is mesotherapy. With mesotherapy, many active substances that burn fat, regulate microcirculation and increase oxygenation are applied directly to the problem area. Successful results are obtained in 4-10 weeks, once a week.
Among the devices used as an aid, AWT, whose effectiveness has been proven recently, is acoustic wave therapy.
How Does AWT Work?
The basic mechanism of action of AWT is high pressure acoustic sound waves. These sound waves target the resistant adipose tissue under the skin. Fat membranes that cannot withstand the pressure are torn and oils are released. The released fats are thrown out over time with the AWT effect and metabolism, and regional slimming is achieved. Since the fats are not suddenly removed from under the skin, sagging does not occur on the skin. On the contrary, with AWT, collagen and elastin formation is triggered and skin tightening is achieved.
Is AWT Application a Painful Procedure?
A small amount of pain may be felt with the acoustic wave therapy process. Since the sound waves are focused on adipose tissue, the pain felt depends on the amount of fat.
Who Is AWT Not Applicable To?
It is not applied to those with serious heart disease, those with a pacemaker, pregnant women and those who use blood thinners.
Cellulite treatment application in Adana, Dr. Made by Pınar Bozkurt.
