Dimples of cellulite can appear on anyone. Even a super-toned physique may be prone to patches of cellulite no matter what efforts and adjustments are made to diet and exercise. Cellulite results from the way the body holds certain fat deposits, and does not necessarily correlate with the overall amount of fat present.
The good news? At Skin MD we do have a few options to treat the appearance of unwanted cellulite. Profound® RF, a revolutionary treatment, provides a proven, non-surgical option to reduce the appearance of cellulite.
What is Profound® RF?
Profound® RF, by Candela, presents a simple, painless, non-surgical solution to reduce cellulite by treating it at the source, addressing and recalibrating the fibrous cords that support the skin by breaking down the adipose tissue trapped between those cords. Profound is the first (and only) treatment that targets the subcutaneous layer of fat directly – targeting cellulite and tightening skin simultaneously.
The Profound® cellulite specific handpiece, the SubQ, has microneedles that go deeper into the fat layer, which is where the fibrous bands are that cause the lumpy appearance of cellulite. The radio frequency (RF) energy melts some of the tight bands, helping to release the dimples, while at the same time tightening the surrounding skin. This gives a smoother appearance to the cellulite of the buttock, hips, and thighs.
Does Profound® work to reduce the appearance of cellulite?
Yes! This revolutionary treatment enables you to decrease the appearance of cellulite and effectively reduce the signs left behind by the aging process such as loose and saggy skin. The procedure uses radio frequency to help eliminate cellulite on numerous areas of your body such as Inner and Outer Thighs, and Buttocks.
A recent study on Profound® for cellulite examined and analyzed dimples and irregularities in the skin. There was significant improvement in cellulite of the thigh after a single treatment at 3 to 6 months after the treatment. However, patients do need to be realistic in their expectations and some patients opt for a second treatment after 6 months to achieve their desired outcome.
Yes! This revolutionary treatment enables you to decrease the appearance of cellulite and effectively reduce the signs left behind by the aging process such as loose and saggy skin. The procedure uses radio frequency to help eliminate cellulite on numerous areas of your body such as Inner and Outer Thighs, and Buttocks.
Is Profound® right for me?
Anyone who is interested in significantly decreasing the appearance of cellulite while simultaneously tightening your skin is most likely a good candidate for this treatment. Treatment time of each area takes less than an hour and the downtime is minimal. You will start to see results in just six to eight weeks.
Is Profound® safe?
Yes! Profound® has an excellent safety record and is FDA-cleared. As with any procedure, you should make sure your physician is experienced in performing Profound treatments. Skin MD medical providers receive on-going continuing education to maintain their expertise in all the aesthetic procedures we provide.
What are the benefits of Profound® RF?
Profound® benefits include:
- Stimulating the creation of all 3 skin fundamentals: elastin, collagen and hyaluronic acid
- 100% patient response rate
- FDA-cleared as a non-surgical, minimally invasive treatment
- Safe & effective for men and women, all skin types and tones
What is different about Profound® RF for cellulite?
Unlike other cellulite treatments, Profound® goes to the source of cellulite and treats the root cause. Treatments stimulate your body to produce elastin, collagen and hyaluronic acid, the natural building blocks already present that create smooth, tight skin. Patients report that their results take some time to appear but generally last for a long time. Individual results can vary and are dependent on your skin care routine, age and overall health. The results provide tighter skin, a reduction in cellulite and a natural appearance.
FAQS
What is elastin?
Elastin is a protein that coils and recoils like a spring within the elastic fibers of connective tissue in the body – like your skin. Elastin is what makes your skin, heart, lungs, and many other tissues elastic so that they can get snap back into shape after stretching or contracting.
Why is elastin important?
Elastin works together in your skin with collagen. Elastin provides elasticity and collagen (another protein in your skin) provides structure to keep your skin smooth and firm.
How does the loss of elastin affect you?
Starting in our mid 20’s, elastin starts to break down and become less elastic and lose its spring; think of a lumpy mattress as the springs become old and lose their ability to recoil.
How do you build new elastin?
Elastin usually is no longer made after puberty and aging begins. To build new elastin, you need to cause a certain amount of damage to the skin by heating, for example, so that the elastin starts to break down. Then a healing process can begin to build new elastin.
What is the best method to build elastin and collagen?
Profound is clinically proven to build elastin. By carefully heating the skin’s elastin and collagen to an exact temperature for a precise amount of time, Profound® leads to the creation of new elastin and collagen to repair aging skin.