Factors that Determine Cellulite Treatment Cost

Cellulaze treatment is a one-time laser cellulite treatment that was approved by the FDA in January 2012. It has already gained a lot of popularity, owing to its effectiveness. Just like other treatment options, one is bound to think about the cost of this cellulite treatment when deciding to go for it. Cost becomes a major concern because cellulite laser treatment is not usually covered by healthcare insurance. Let us look at the major factors that determine the cost of Cellulaze treatment.

Major Factors That Have an Impact on the Cost

Cellulaze cellulite treatment is a very well-defined and individualized treatment. Its cost depends mainly on the following factors.

• Size of the treatment area
Generally, cellulite is seen on the buttocks, hips and thighs of women.  In some women, the cellulite problem is more acute, as compared to others and it may be spread over a large area. Some women also desire treatment of cellulite in multiple areas for example, the buttocks and thighs. If the area of treatment is large, the cost would be higher. Similarly, if treatment is required for multiple areas, the cost would increase.

• The geographical location of the facility
The cost of the treatment is influenced by the location of the facility, city or town. In big cities, the overhead costs are high.

• The facility and the surgeon
The procedure of cellulite removal can be performed only by those plastic surgeons that are Cellulaze-trained. Even the nature of the operating room may influence the cost. If advanced technology is used, the cost would definitely be higher.

• Anesthesia
Usually, a numbing solution or local anesthesia is provided for cellulite reduction treatment. The fee of the anesthetist should also be added to the surgical costs.

• Compression garment
Although it’s an outpatient surgery, slight bruising may be noticed along with leakage of fluid from the incision sites. Thus, a patient would be required to wear a compression garment, which would further add to the cost.

• Medical costs
If medical tests are required to be taken, it would make the treatment more expensive.

The Excellent Aesthetic Results Justify the Cost

Cellulaze is a specialized treatment that demands outstanding expertise and precision on the part of the plastic surgeon providing it. The treatment is associated with minimal discomfort or pain. Patients are fully awake during the procedure and can talk with the doctor. Being minimally invasive, the incisions are minute and therefore bleeding is minimal. Usually patients can get back to their routine activities within a day or two. A treatment backed by solid clinical research, Cellulaze increases the skin’s thickness by 25% and its elasticity by 29%. Improved elasticity and thickness of the skin improves the appearance of cellulite. The excellent aesthetic results obtained justify the treatment cost.