Are you tired of feeling self-conscious about cellulite? At Living Water Vein Institute & Medical Spa, we help you feel confident in your skin again. Using the advanced Morpheus8 system, we offer a powerful, non-surgical solution that delivers real results without the extended downtime of more invasive procedures. Combining microneedling and radiofrequency technology, Morpheus8 targets cellulite and other skin concerns to give you smoother, firmer skin. If you’ve tried everything and nothing seems to work, this treatment could be exactly what you need.
Understanding Cellulite
Cellulite is dimpled or uneven skin, often found on the thighs, buttocks, abdomen, and upper arms. It develops when fat deposits push through the fibrous connective tissue network under the skin.
While cellulite isn’t harmful, it can impact self-confidence. Hormones, genetics, lifestyle factors, and even aging can contribute to the development of cellulite. Women are more likely to experience it than men due to structural differences in fat and connective tissues. About 85-90% of women experience cellulite at some point after puberty.
Cellulite Treatment Options
Some of the many cellulite treatments are:
- Topical creams and lotions
- Massage and lymphatic drainage techniques
- Over-the-counter devices claiming to reduce cellulite
- Professional office-based treatments like Morpheus8
While at-home solutions may provide temporary or minimal results, professional treatments like Morpheus8 offer significantly superior outcomes. By addressing cellulite where it starts, deeper within the skin, this system enhances skin texture and firmness in ways topical or external therapies cannot.
How Does Morpheus8 Reduce Cellulite?
Morpheus8 combines microneedling and radiofrequency energy to stimulate collagen and elastin growth beneath the skin. The microneedles create controlled micro-injuries, triggering the body’s natural healing process. Simultaneously, radiofrequency energy heats the tissues beneath the skin’s surface, breaking down fat deposits and tightening the skin.
This dual-action technique helps smooth cellulite dimples while improving skin tone and texture. Because it provides whole-skin benefits, Morpheus8 is also effective for acne scars, sagging skin, and other skin texture issues.
Most patients notice gradual improvements over a few weeks, with optimal results appearing a few months after treatment. In clinical studies, Morpheus8 patients experienced up to a 75% improvement in cellulite, with dramatically improved skin elasticity and tightness.
When to Consider Cellulite Treatment
If cellulite affects your confidence or makes you self-conscious about your appearance, professional treatment might be right for you.
Ideal candidates for Morpheus8 are:
- In good overall health
- Experiencing mild to moderate cellulite
- Want a non-surgical treatment
- Want a treatment with minimal downtime
- Realistic about the results achievable with professional treatment
Morpheus8 is especially effective for individuals who have tried other remedies without success. Women are more likely to benefit from cellulite treatments due to its prevalence among them.
Why Choose Us For Cellulite Treatment?
At Living Water Vein Institute & Medical Spa, we offer exceptional care. Led by Dr. John Berry, a triple board-certified vein and aesthetic medicine specialist, our team includes highly skilled nurse practitioners and aesthetic experts. Drawing upon our advanced training in the state-of-the-art Morpheus8 system, we customize your Morpheus8 treatment to target your unique concerns so you can get the toned and tight skin you deserve.
Frequently Asked Questions
We strive to ensure your comfort. A topical cream is applied before the procedure. Although you may feel warmth or a prickly sensation, most patients find the treatment tolerable.
Sessions usually last between 30-60 minutes.
Most patients need at least three Morpheus8 treatments for optimal cellulite reduction. Sessions are around a month to six weeks apart so that you can see a steady improvement over time.
Morpheus8 can be used on various areas, including the thighs, buttocks, abdomen, arms, and other areas prone to cellulite.
Most patients need only a day or two of downtime.
Morpheus8 treatment cost depends on the location and amount of cellulite and the number of sessions. We provide a detailed estimate during your Morpheus8 consultation.
Because cellulite treatment is considered cosmetic, it is typically not covered by insurance.
Cellulite Treatments in Abingdon, VA, and Johnson City, TN
If you’re ready to explore how Morpheus8 can help you achieve smoother, firmer skin, call Living Water Vein Institute & Medical Spa today. Reach our Abingdon office at 276-289-2720 or our Johnson City office at 423-631-0101 to schedule your consultation.