Cellulite/Body Contouring with Accent

What is cellulite?
Cellulite is the abnormal storage of fat in the fat cells which lie between the skin and muscle tissue.  The fat cells are grouped together into large collections which are separated by fibrous strands.  As the fat cells expand with weight gain, the gap between the skin and muscle tissue expands.  When this occurs, the fibrous strands cannot stretch and support the skin.  The tension of the fibrous strands results in the characteristic dimpling of cellulite.

Who is affected by cellulite and how is it treated?
More than 80% of women over the age of twenty years, regardless of their weight or size, are affected by cellulite. 

Numerous techniques have been used to try and improve cellulite including creams, body wraps, ultrasound and massage, but with less than satisfactory results.  Liposuction has also been used to remove fat; however, it does not treat cellulite and in some cases, may make the cellulite worse. With liposuction there is potential for bruising and unsightly scarring.

What is Accent™?
We are pleased to introduce Accent, a non-invasive radiofrequency(RF) device for reducing cellulite, performing body contouring and skin tightening. It is FDA-approved for the treatment of lines and wrinkles, and is currently pending FDA-approval for cellulite. Accent is the first system on the market that provides dual radiofrequency technology which provides an optimal therapeutic effect with both patient comfort and satisfaction.

How does it work?
Accent radiofrequency is unique because it employs not 1 but 2 types of radiofrequency to target cellulite. The treatment can create dramatic improvement in the appearance of cellulite without any downtime.  The first, unipolar, RF uses heat to break down the fibrous bands that cause dimpling.  In the process, fat cells are broken down and absorbed, metabolism of the area is increased which results in smoother skin and a general reduction in size of the treatment area. The second, bipolar, RF is then used to stimulate collagen production and tighten and firm the skin. It is important to remain hydrated and drink plenty of water both before and after treatments.

For the treatment of wrinkles and to smooth the surface of the skin, deep dermal energy is delivered in the form of heat which stimulates collagen production and leads to skin tightening and firming.  

What can patients expect and are there other benefits?
Accent provides long lasting results and progress is often visibly noticeable after each session.  After a series of at least six treatments occurring every two weeks, patients can expect a reduction in the volume of the treated area and improvement of skin texture and cellulite.

Other benefits may include improved circulation, decrease in muscle aches and pains as well as tightening of your skin.

Accent can be used on most any area of lax skin such as hips, thighs, buttocks, abdomen, arms, neck, and it is also used for skin tightening on the face.

We love Accent in combination with the Pixel to get dramatic tightening of the neck for a neck lift. Come in for a free consultation to learn more.

What do the treatments feel like?
Oil is placed on the skin and the laser is guided over the area multiple times. A great deal of heat is generated and patients will feel the heat as the fat is dispersed. After the treatment, patients say it is comparable to the sensation of having finished an intense workout or a deep tissue massage. The skin will stay red for several hours.