EXTRA TV | Cellulite Treatment | Exclusive Interview with Dr. Stoker

QWO: The first and only FDA-approved injectable for moderate to severe cellulite in the buttocks of adult women is now available. The enzymes in QWO—called collagenases—are believed to target a structural cause under the skin. Cellulite Up to 90% of women, and some men, are affected by cellulite. Cellulite occurs most often on the buttocks, legs, and thighs. It is believed to be caused not merely by the presence of fat but by something within that fat—fibrous bands of strong tissue that connect the dermis to the muscle but only at specific points. As these fibrous bands tether the skin down, the fat is also pushing (herniating) upward. Because the skin is only tethered in so many places, divots and dimples appear on the skin surface above the fibrous connective bands, giving that unwanted orange peel, cottage cheese, or mattress-like alteration of the skin surface WHAT IS THE QWO? QWO is the first and only FDA-approved injectable for moderate to severe cellulite in the buttocks of adult women. The enzymes in QWO—called collagenases—are believed to target a structural cause under the skin. IS THERE ANYTHING LIKE THIS ON THE MARKET? The answer is NO CAN YOU EXPLAIN WHY WE GET CELLULITE? IS IT ATTRIBUTED TO WEIGHT GAIN OR GENES? 9 out of 10 women will experience cellulite in their lifetime. Cellulite isn't fat or caused by what or how much you are eating or because you aren't exercising enough. Over time, the skin begins to thin, and the fat cells enlarge and push against the skin. The fibrous bands under the skin thicken and cause tension and the signature dimpling on the butt. WHERE DOES CELLULITE MOST COMMONLY LIVE? Cellulite is most common around the thighs and buttocks WHAT RESULTS HAVE YOU SEEN WITH THE QWO ? We had a beautiful young patient in her 20s come to us to reduce the minor cellulite on her buttock. After just one treatment, we've seen the dimples diminish and her buttock smoothen out. DOES IT HURT, WHAT CAN IT BE COMPARED TO? Many patients mentioned that the pain was minimal. HOW DOES IT WORK? At your appointment, the aesthetic specialist will discuss treatment and expectations. After identifying the treatment areas, they'll use a small needle to inject QWO. The injections take about 10 minutes or less, depending on the severity. The enzymes in QWO—called collagenases—are believed to target a structural cause under the skin, releasing fibrous bands, redistributing fat cells, and stimulating the growth of new collagen WHO IS THE IDEAL CANDIDATE FOR THIS TREATMENT? Patients with moderate cellulite and little to no skin laxity may be appropriate candidates for QWO. WHAT AREAS ON THE BODY CAN IT BE USED ON? The treatment is intended for the buttock. IS THERE ANY DOWNTIME AFTER TREATMENT OR SIDE EFFECTS? In clinical trials, women required no post-treatment downtime. Visible results may be achieved in 10 weeks. The most common side effects of QWO include injection site bruising, pain, areas of hardness, itching, redness, discoloration, swelling, and warmth in the treatment area. These are not all the possible side effects of QWO. HOW MANY TREATMENTS WILL YOU NEED TO ACHIEVE FULL RESULTS? You will need three treatments for optimal results. WHAT IS THE PRICE PER TREATMENT? It is $2,00 per treatment at our practice, and 3 treatments are recommended for optimal results. ----------------- BEFORE AND AFTER PHOTOS AND CONTENT UPDATES CAN BE FOUND BELOW Instagram:   / stokerplasticsurgery   Realself: https://www.realself.com/dr/david-sto... Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/david-stoker... Facebook:   / stoker-plastic-surgery-102368055337246   Website: https://www.drstoker.com STOKERX Skincare: https://stokercosmetics.com/ Keep your skin young, healthy, and rejuvenated without breaking the bank.