Cellulite is a depression of any shape or size seen on the surface of the skin. You can typically find it on the buttocks or thighs. The major underlying cause of cellulite are the fibrous bands that tether your skin to the structures below. We call these bands septa.
Septa can be different for all women and depending on the location of the cellulite on the body. Septa isn’t always bad though. Your body uses some septa as connective tethers. Unwanted forms of septa however stiffen or shrink over time and lead to the dimples we see on the surface and call cellulite. During your consultation, your provider can explain the science behind cellulite and answer any questions that you may have about the condition.
