Cellulite Treatment

Cellulite treatment at Cosmoplastic Surgery targets the underlying causes of dimpling using advanced techniques that smooth, tighten, and restore skin quality. Dr. Alizadeh customizes each approach to improve texture, firmness, and overall confidence.

The appearance of cellulite affects over 90% of women. The lumpy, cottage cheese-like appearance is all too common on the hips, thighs, and buttocks. Cellulite is caused by fibrous strands beneath the skin, which pull the skin down, resulting in the familiar cellulite dimples. At Cosmoplastic Surgery in NYC, we offer multiple treatment modalities to help our patients get relief from cellulite.

Why Choose Cosmoplastic Surgery For Cellulite Treatment?

At Cosmoplastic Surgery in NYC, we are focused on every aspect of the patient. While experience and outcome are the priorities, we also ensure the patient’s entire life will complement the journey. We adhere to a set of core values that run the practice, including our commitment to innovation, being open and inclusive, and speaking from the head and the heart. Please see our Mission Statement for more information.

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Dr. Alizadeh is highly revered for his numerous achievements in plastic surgery, academia, and philanthropy. Some of these include:

Serving as Professor of Clinical Surgery at New York Medical College.
Mentoring and training over 100 plastic surgeons.
Serving as the distinguished oral examiner for the American Board of Plastic Surgery
Authoring various peer-reviewed articles and delivering over 100 international lectures
Holding the position of clinical trial investigator for the FDA, contributing significantly to advancements in medical devices used in multiple surgical and non-surgical procedures.
Sharing his surgical expertise with hundreds of surgeons across 27 countries.
Helping patients around the world access vital medical care through his nonprofit, Mission: Restore.

Cellulite Treatment – Releasing The Dimples

At Cosmoplastic Surgery, we offer cellulite treatment through Dr. Alizadeh’s proprietary lasercision technique. This means that Dr. Alizadeh precisely uses a needle to release the fibrous strands creating the cellulite dimples, allowing the underlying fat to smoothly fill in the layer underneath the skin. He then takes this treatment one step further, using Sculptra or naturaglow ™ fat grafting to further thicken the skin to alleviate the buckling effect that happens with subcision alone. This comprehensive approach leaves patients feeling confident in their new skin—and all with virtually zero downtime. The final step is to smooth the overlying skin with multi modal laser and microneedling treatments that not only tighten the skin but deliver medications that heal the skin while minimizing inflammation and thinning.

Cellulite Treatment – Profound For Body

If you are plagued by cellulite, Cosmoplastic Surgery also offers Profound skin tightening. The Profound system is a laser injectable that works by delivering precise heat to a specific depth of your skin’s deeper layers to trigger a regenerative effect. This treatment can restore non-optimum skin in the following areas:

lower face and neck
Legs and buttocks
Décolletage
Abdomen
Arms
Back

Profound not only addresses cellulite dimples, it also provides all-around rejuvenation for sagging or aging skin. At Cosmoplastic Surgery, Profound has become a favorite for our patients due to its wonderful results and minimal downtime.

The Anti-cellulite Lifestyle

At Cosmoplastic Surgery, we are concerned with the entire patient. As such, we encourage a positive lifestyle to not only mitigate the effects of cellulite, but also to look and feel your best.

Tips for a healthy lifestyle include:

Drink eight to ten glasses of water per day
Limit alcohol consumption
Eat a clean, primarily organic diet
Avoid processed foods
Don’t smoke

Schedule A Consultation

Learn more about our options for cellulite treatment. Cosmoplastic Surgery has three office locations in metropolitan New York: Long Island, Manhattan, and Westchester. Request your appointment online, or phone 212.348.0100 (Manhattan and Westchester) / 516.439.5010 (Long Island).

Cellulite Treatment FAQs

What causes cellulite to form?

Cellulite forms when fibrous bands beneath the skin pull downward while fat pushes upward, creating a dimpled appearance. Genetics, hormones, and skin thickness all play a role.

Can cellulite be completely eliminated?

Cellulite can be significantly reduced and smoothed, but complete elimination is not always possible. Results depend on skin quality, severity, and the treatment approach used.

What is the benefit of combining treatments for cellulite?

Combining treatments allows multiple causes of cellulite to be addressed at once, including fibrous bands, skin thickness, and overall skin laxity.

Is cellulite treatment painful?

Most treatments are well tolerated, with only mild discomfort during or after the procedure depending on the technique used.

How long do cellulite treatment results last?

Results can be long-lasting, especially when combined with proper skin care and a stable lifestyle, though maintenance treatments may be recommended.

Who is a good candidate for cellulite treatment?

Candidates are typically individuals bothered by visible dimpling or uneven skin texture who are in good overall health.

Can cellulite return after treatment?

While treated areas improve, new cellulite can develop over time due to aging, hormonal changes, or lifestyle factors.

Can cellulite treatment be combined with other procedures?

Yes, cellulite treatments are often combined with skin tightening or body contouring procedures to enhance overall results.