Avéli offers patients a breakthrough treatment option for cellulite that addresses the structural cause of dimpling. Dr. Leonard Lu at RL Center for Cosmetic Surgery & Medspa offers Avéli in Vernon Hills and the Chicago area as a minimally invasive cellulite treatment that targets the fibrous bands that create visible dimples. Avéli has proven to be an effective long-term solution for cellulite that can help patients achieve smoother-looking thighs and buttocks.
How Does Avéli Treat Cellulite?
Avéli treats cellulite by targeting the fibrous septa bands beneath the skin. These bands can stiffen, shrink, or pull downward over time, creating the dimples and depressions associated with cellulite. Instead of treating only the skin’s surface, Avéli enables the provider to identify and release the specific bands responsible for visible dimpling.
Avéli treatment may involve:
- Marking cellulite dimples before treatment
- Numbing the area with local anesthesia
- Inserting a small handpiece beneath the skin
- Releasing the septa bands causing dimples
- Verifying that the targeted bands have been severed
This precise approach helps take the guesswork out of cellulite treatment. Once the bands are released, the skin can lift more smoothly over the treated area, creating a more even appearance.
What Cellulite Treatment Areas Can Avéli Be Used On?
Avéli is designed for long-term reduction of cellulite dimples on the buttocks and thighs in adult women. Cellulite can appear in several areas of the body, including the hips, abdomen, upper arms, and breasts, but Avéli is specifically used for dimpling on the buttocks and thighs. This makes treatment especially helpful for patients bothered by an orange-peel texture or visible depressions in those areas.
Avéli may be appropriate for patients who have:
- Cellulite dimples on the buttocks
- Cellulite dimples on the thighs
- Good skin elasticity
- Realistic expectations
- A desire for a single in-office treatment session
Avéli is not designed to treat fat pockets or skin laxity. Patients whose main concern is loose skin, significant laxity, a BMI over 30, or prior liposuction in the treatment area may need a different treatment plan.
When Are Avéli Cellulite Treatment Results Visible?
Avéli results become visible as swelling and bruising improve after treatment. Patients may notice initial improvement once early healing settles, but the full benefits usually become clearer around one month after the procedure. Soreness, tenderness, and bruising are common after treatment and typically improve within about 30 days.
Avéli recovery and results may include:
- A single treatment appointment
- Little to no downtime
- Return to usual daily activities within about two days
- Avoiding vigorous lower-body exercise for 10 days to 2 weeks
- Visible improvements as swelling and bruising decrease
A typical Avéli appointment takes about one hour, although timing depends on the number of dimples being treated and the customized plan. Compression garments and aftercare instructions help minimize swelling and support smoother healing.
Is Avéli Cellulite Removal Permanent?
Avéli is designed for long-term cellulite reduction, but it is more accurate to think of it as reducing targeted cellulite dimples rather than permanently preventing every future skin change. The released septa bands are physically severed, which can create durable smoothing in the treated dimples. Clinical study patients demonstrated visible cellulite reduction at a one-year assessment.
Long-term Avéli results may depend on:
- The number of dimples treated
- Skin elasticity
- Weight stability
- Natural aging
- Whether cellulite is caused by septa bands rather than skin laxity
Avéli can create meaningful improvement for the right candidate, but it does not stop aging, replace weight management, or correct loose skin. Maintaining a stable weight and healthy skin quality can help patients enjoy smoother-looking results for as long as possible.
Schedule a Consultation for Avéli Cellulite Treatment with Dr. Lu Today
Dr. Lu brings advanced aesthetic technology, customized treatment planning, and a patient-focused approach to Avéli cellulite treatment in Vernon Hills and the Chicago area. Ready to explore Avéli for cellulite reduction in Vernon Hills or Chicago, IL? Schedule a consultation with Dr. Lu today.
