If you’ve tried every cream, roller, and at-home gadget in hopes of smoothing stubborn cellulite, only to be disappointed, you’re not alone. Up to 90% of women experience cellulite, yet few treatments have delivered meaningful, lasting results…until now.
At Richmond Plastic Surgeons, we’re proud to offer Avéli®, a breakthrough, FDA-cleared procedure designed to reduce cellulite on the thighs and buttocks in just one in-office session.
Why Cellulite Happens (And Why It’s Not Your Fault)
Cellulite isn’t caused by fat, poor skin quality, or lack of fitness; that’s a myth we’re ready to put to rest. In reality, cellulite is a complex structural issue beneath the surface of your skin, and it happens to women of all shapes, sizes, and lifestyles.
Here’s what you need to know:
- Fibrous bands called septa, which run vertically between your skin and the underlying tissue
- Some septa are healthy and serve an important structural role
- But when others shrink, stiffen, or pull too tightly, they create tension that tethers the skin downward, resulting in the uneven texture we recognize as cellulite dimpling
- What’s more, cellulite is influenced by hormones, genetics, and changes in skin elasticity over time
It’s incredibly common and has nothing to do with how toned or fit you are. In fact, even the most active and healthy individuals can struggle with stubborn dimples that resist traditional treatments. No amount of diet, exercise, massage, or over-the-counter creams can release these internal tethers. And that’s precisely where Avéli® steps in—offering a science-backed, targeted solution that gets to the true root of cellulite.
What Is Avéli®?
Avéli® is a minimally invasive cellulite treatment that works from the inside out. Using a handheld, precision-controlled device, your provider can identify and release the exact septa bands causing visible dimples on your thighs or buttocks. Better yet, they confirm the release in real time, so you can rest assured the root of your cellulite is being directly addressed.
What to Expect During Your Avéli® Treatment
Your Avéli® procedure is performed right in our office under local anesthesia, and typically takes about an hour. After treatment:
- You may feel mild tenderness, swelling, or bruising, which usually subsides within a few weeks
- Most patients return to daily activities within 24 to 48 hours, though strenuous exercise should be avoided for a bit longer
- Results begin to appear as swelling diminishes, with noticeable improvement by one month post-treatment and continued smoothing as healing progresses
Who Is a Candidate for Avéli®?
If you’re a woman bothered by the appearance of cellulite dimples on your thighs or buttocks—and you want a straightforward, clinically validated solution—Avéli® could be right for you. Consider the following:
- Ideal for adult women across a wide range of body types
- Designed to target dimples caused by septa bands (not skin laxity or fat)
- Not a replacement for weight loss or skin tightening, but an excellent complement to overall body contouring
Break Up With Cellulite—For Good
You’ve waited long enough. If you’re ready to stop wasting money on short-term fixes and start seeing real, smooth, and sustainable results, schedule your consultation with Richmond Plastic Surgeons today.