Laser and light-based treatment of cellulite.(LASER AND COSMETIC NEWS) (Article)

Laser and light-based treatment of cellulite.(LASER AND COSMETIC NEWS) (Article)
Thomson Gale
Jan 2007
Published in: Journal of Drugs in Dermatology
Issue Number: 1
Volume Number: 6
Date Published: 01 January 2007
Language: English
Word Count: 906

This 906 word article is taken from the 01 January 2007 edition of Journal of Drugs in Dermatology.

Abstract:

Laser and Cosmetic News covers the latest advances in laser surgery, light technology, phototherapy, and cosmetic surgery. New and emerging therapies, noteworthy publications, and exciting meeting developments will be highlighted. Controversies and opinions about the future in this field will be addressed. The aim of this column is to keep you abreast of the cutting edge in laser and cosmetic surgery.

Cellulite is an extremely prevalent condition affecting up to 90% of adult women for which acceptable treatment options have been lacking. (1) Genetic, hormonal, and vascular factors have been implicated etiologies, while the condition manifests as herniations of the subcutaneous fat into the dermis. Thus, inducing fibrosis at the dermosubcutaneous junction and increasing vascular or lymphatic circulation may be potential therapeutic options to improve the appearance of the condition.

To date, 2 laser and light based technologies have been FDA approved for the treatment of cellulite: Syneron Velasmooth and the Cynosure TriActive. The Velasmooth delivers broad-spectrum infrared light (700-2,000 nm) emitted at 20 watts or J/sec with a 5-mm depth of optical heating. This ...