Excess Fat
Learn more about treatment options for excess fat
Excess fat and cellulite can cause a variety of cosmetic issues, including unattractive contouring and a dimpled "cottage cheese" appearance caused by fat cells protruding due to constricted fibrous bands under the skin.
Why treat excess fat
Physical and emotional reasons for treating excess fat include:
- Improved appearance.
- Enhanced self-esteem.
- Promotion of better health.
What you need to know
The best strategy to remove excess fat is through proper diet and exercise. Some stubborn areas, however, don't respond well to either diet or exercise. For these circumstances, several options are available, including liposuction, cryolipolysis, focused ultrasound, minimally invasive lasers and non-invasive procedures.
Do's and don'ts
Do
- Perform cardio exercises that elevate the heart rate.
- Eat a healthy diet, focusing on vegetables, fruits and lean protein.
- Maintain a diet and exercise regimen.
Don't
- Eat fast food regularly.
- Eat fatty or greasy foods when possible.
- Lead a sedentary lifestyle.
Find a doctor
Visit "Find a dermatologic surgeon" and choose on of the various treatments for excess fat removal from the dropdown menu. Because ASDS doctors are trained in a variety of the best and latest techniques, they are the most qualified to evaluate and select the best treatment choice based on the individual patient's condition.