Cellulite is a challenging problem that affects many women. It's not an age-related issue, nor does it have much to do with weight. If you have cellulite, it's because your skin is being pulled inward by fibrous bands under your skin. These bands can pull tightly enough to create a dimple as fat presses outward against the skin. The thing is, it doesn't take much fatty tissue for cellulite to occur. Even slim individuals get cellulite. Dimples may look more prominent due to factors such as slow metabolism, increased body fat, age, inactive lifestyle, poor diet, hormones, and also skin laxity.
Because cellulite is not a fat problem, and because there are other factors that contribute to this problem, we cannot guarantee that a body contouring procedure like liposuction will eliminate existing dimples. Body contouring also cannot prevent new cellulite dimples from developing. That said, when a procedure reduces circumference or tightens the skin, there is a chance that cellulite may become less noticeable. Dr. Walker can discuss this issue with you during your consultation.