Cosmetic
Cellulite Treatment & Removal Services
Avéli and CelluSmooth™ cellulite Treatments gets rid of pesky patches of cellulite on our clients in Maryland.
It’s never been easier to get rid of your cellulite patches.
Understanding Cellulite
Cellulite is the dimpled, uneven skin texture that commonly appears on the thighs, hips, and buttocks. It forms when fat beneath the skin pushes through connective tissue, creating visible ripples on the skin’s surface.
Although harmless, cellulite is extremely common—affecting up to 90% of women, regardless of body type or lifestyle. Genetics, hormones, skin thickness, and aging all play a role, and even those with an active lifestyle may still notice it.
For individuals seeking smoother, firmer-looking skin, Profile MD offers advanced cellulite treatment in Maryland. Our approach helps patients restore confidence by targeting the underlying causes of skin dimpling.
Why Choose Professional Cellulite Treatment?
While creams, massages, and at-home devices may temporarily smooth the skin, they rarely address the root cause of cellulite. These methods do not release the fibrous bands beneath the skin that cause dimpling, which is why their effects typically fade within days or weeks.
Professional cellulite treatments, such as advanced laser technology, target cellulite at its source. These treatments break up the underlying fibrous bands and stimulate collagen production, helping to firm and thicken the skin for longer-lasting, visible improvement.
At Profile MD, our medical-grade cellulite reduction treatments are safe, effective, and personalized to your health history and skincare goals. Every procedure is performed in our state-of-the-art facility by a board-certified medical team committed to your comfort and lasting results.
What is the CelluSmooth Laser?
CelluSmooth is an FDA-cleared, minimally invasive laser cellulite treatment that directly targets its underlying causes.
Unlike approaches that only work on the skin’s surface, CelluSmooth goes beneath the skin to break up fibrous bands and smooth out dimpling. The procedure is safe, effective, and involves minimal downtime. It is typically performed under local anesthesia or numbing.
Most patients begin to see results within a few weeks, with continued improvement as collagen production increases over time.
Here’s how it works:
- A small laser fiber is inserted just under the skin.
- The laser energy gently releases the fibrous bands that pull the skin down.
- At the same time, heat stimulates collagen production, thickening and tightening the skin from within.
- The result is smoother skin texture and a reduction in the appearance of cellulite.
At Profile MD, we proudly offer CelluSmooth cellulite treatment in Maryland to help patients achieve natural, long-lasting results.
Benefits of Cellulite Treatment
Professional cellulite reduction treatment offers results that go far beyond what creams or at-home methods can provide. At Profile MD, patients choose laser cellulite treatment for its proven combination of effectiveness, safety, and convenience.
Key benefits include:
- Long-lasting results: Stimulates collagen production to improve skin smoothness and firmness over time.
- Smoother texture: Reduces dimpling for a more even, toned appearance.
- Improved skin firmness: Enhances elasticity and resilience by thickening the skin from within.
- Minimally invasive: Utilizes a tiny laser fiber beneath the skin, eliminating the need for surgery or visible scarring.
- Minimal downtime: Most patients return to work and their daily activities within a few days.
- Customized care: Each treatment plan is tailored to your unique skin type, goals, and medical history.
For those seeking a safe, effective, and lasting cellulite treatment in Maryland, Profile MD delivers renewed confidence with minimal downtime.
What To Expect During Your CelluSmooth Treatment
Profile MD’s laser cellulite treatment is a straightforward and comfortable experience, guided by our caring, board-certified medical team. From consultation to recovery, we ensure you feel informed, supported, and at ease every step of the way.
Here’s how the process works:
- Personalized Consultation: Every journey begins with an evaluation of your skin type, areas of concern, and treatment goals.
- Preparation: On treatment day, local anesthesia or numbing medication is applied for comfort.
- Procedure: A small laser fiber is gently inserted beneath the skin. The laser releases the fibrous bands that cause dimpling while stimulating the production of new collagen for firmer skin.
- Treatment Time: Most sessions take between 1–2 hours, depending on the size and number of treatment areas.
- Recovery: Patients may experience mild soreness, similar to muscle tenderness, for a few days. Most return to work and normal activities quickly.
Results with CelluSmooth
One of the key benefits of CelluSmooth cellulite treatment is both the speed and longevity of results. Most patients begin to see visible smoothing within a few weeks, as the skin heals and collagen production increases. Over the following months, improvements continue as collagen strengthens the skin’s structure and elasticity.
In many cases, results can last for several years, especially when patients maintain a healthy lifestyle and follow aftercare recommendations. Unlike topical creams or massage devices that wear off quickly, CelluSmooth works at the source of the problem for more permanent results.
At Profile MD, patients often report not only smoother, firmer skin but also a boost in confidence and comfort with their appearance. Thanks to this minimally invasive approach, they enjoy the benefits of healthier-looking skin without significant downtime or disruption to daily life.
Who is a Good Candidate for CelluSmooth?
CelluSmooth is a safe and effective choice for people in good overall health who want to reduce the look of cellulite. It is best suited for patients with visible dimpling who are seeking a minimally invasive treatment option.
Ideal candidates include:
- Adults with mild to moderate cellulite, especially on the thighs, buttocks, or hips.
- Individuals in good overall health who maintain a stable weight.
CelluSmooth may not be recommended for:
- Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Individuals with certain skin conditions or infections in the treatment area.
- Patients with severe skin laxity may require a different approach.
During your consultation, our cosmetic specialists provide honest guidance to help you choose the most effective treatment for your goals.
What Is Avéli®?
Avéli is a minimally invasive, FDA-cleared procedure that targets the underlying structural cause of cellulite dimples: the septa. Septa are tough fibrous bands that anchor your skin to the tissue underneath. When the septa tighten, they tug the surface of the skin downward into the dimples you see on the buttocks and thighs. Instead of working from the outside in, Avéli reaches those bands directly and releases them one at a time.
What really sets this treatment apart is its ability to confirm results in real time. Using a slim handheld device with a light-guided tip, your provider locates each problem band beneath the skin, releases it and then verifies that the dimple has lifted before moving on. Dr. Jared Mallalieu, the board-certified surgeon who leads body-contouring care at Profile MD in Severna Park, performs Avéli using local anesthesia, so you stay awake and comfortable from start to finish.
Avéli earned FDA clearance in 2021, followed by expanded clearance in 2022 for long-term cellulite reduction, and it was later named “Best Minimally Invasive Cellulite Treatment” by NewBeauty. For many of our Severna Park and Baltimore patients, it has become the natural choice when they want to treat dimples at the source in just one sitting.
How Does Avéli® Work?
Avéli treats cellulite in a single in-office visit, and the procedure follows three clear steps:
- Identify: Your provider guides the Avéli device just beneath the skin and uses its light-guided tip to pinpoint the specific septa bands creating each dimple.
- Release: Once a culprit band is located, it is precisely released, freeing the skin to settle flat again.
- Confirm: Your provider confirms the release in real time, checking that the dimple has smoothed before moving to the next one.
Because Dr. Mallalieu can see and confirm every release as it happens, treatment stays focused on the specific dimples that actually concern you. Most sessions wrap up in about an hour, including the time it takes for the local anesthetic to take effect.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Avéli®?
Avéli tends to be a strong match for women who want to smooth over cellulite dimples on the buttocks and thighs in a single visit. You may be a good candidate if you:
- Are an adult woman with visible dimpling on the buttocks or thighs
- Are in good general health and maintain a stable weight
- Prefer a minimally invasive option over surgery
- Want to treat the root cause of your dimples rather than mask them with creams or gadgets
Because Avéli is built specifically to release septa, it is not the right tool for every concern. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should wait, and anyone whose main issue is significant skin laxity or larger fat deposits will usually see better results from a different approach or a combination plan. The honest way to find out is a face-to-face evaluation with Dr. Mallalieu.
Benefits of Avéli® Cellulite Treatment
Patients across the Severna Park and Baltimore area choose Avéli for a handful of practical reasons:
- One-and-done treatment: A single session addresses dimples on both the buttocks and thighs, so there is no long series of appointments to deal with.
- Long-lasting results: In the pivotal study behind its FDA clearance, improvements held steady when patients were reassessed a full 12 months after their procedure.
- Minimal downtime: Most study participants were back to their normal routine within 24 to 48 hours.
- Comfortable and awake: The entire procedure is performed under local anesthesia.
What to Expect During Your Avéli® Treatment
Your Avéli experience begins the same way every treatment at Profile MD does: with a personalized, one-on-one consultation. Dr. Mallalieu examines the areas that concern you, talks through what you are hoping to change and confirms whether Avéli is the right fit.
On the day of your procedure, the treatment area is numbed with a local anesthetic, and once you are ready, your provider begins locating and releasing the septa bands beneath each dimple. The visit usually runs about an hour from start to finish.
Afterward, some tenderness, mild bruising and a little swelling are normal, and these tend to fade over the following weeks. Many patients return to desk work and light daily activities within a day or two, though it is usually advisable to hold off on strenuous workouts for the first week or so while the area settles.
Results With Avéli®
Once the initial swelling and bruising subside, the smoothing effect of your Avéli procedure will start to show. Because Avéli physically releases the bands responsible for each dimple, the improvement isn’t only superficial.
Avéli is designed to treat cellulite dimples, not skin laxity or stubborn fat. If loose skin is part of your concern, Dr. Mallalieu may suggest pairing your care with Renuvion skin tightening, and if isolated fat pockets are the bigger issue, laser liposuction can round out a complete body-contouring plan.
CelluSmooth™ vs Avéli®: Which Cellulite Treatment Is Right for You?
Both treatments at Profile MD go beneath the skin to release the fibrous bands that cause cellulite, so how do you choose between them? The short answer is that it depends on whether you also want the skin-firming effect of laser heat, and on what else is happening in the treatment area.
CelluSmooth uses a laser fiber, which does two jobs at once. It releases the bands and delivers heat that stimulates collagen, gently thickening and tightening the skin over time. Avéli takes a more mechanical approach, releasing each septa band and verifying the result in real time, without the thermal energy component. Taking these key differences into account, patients usually prefer Avéli for precise correction (targeting one specific dimple at a time), while CelluSmooth is popular among patients who want skin tightening alongside their dimple reduction.
If you’re still not entirely sure which lane you might fall into, that’s what we’re here for. Dr. Mallalieu will walk you through both options and recommend the one that fits your anatomy, your goals and your timeline.
Why Choose Profile MD for Cellulite Removal in Maryland?
At Profile MD, your journey to smoother, more confident skin is guided by board-certified physicians who specialize in achieving natural, lasting results. Our team combines medical expertise with advanced techniques, including CelluSmooth, to help you reach your skincare goals safely and effectively.
Choosing Profile MD for cellulite treatment in Maryland means:
- Trusted expertise: Years of experience from board-certified specialists.
- Personalized care: Treatment plans tailored to your goals and body type.
- Advanced technology: Lasers and light-based devices for custom solutions.
- Patient-first focus: Safety, comfort, and results always come first.
- Convenient location: A leading cosmetic and laser center in Maryland.
From consultation to recovery, we provide guidance every step of the way—so you feel informed, confident, and cared for.
Schedule Your Cellulite Removal Consultation in Maryland Today
Cellulite is a natural and common condition, but that doesn’t mean you have to let it affect your confidence. With Profile MD’s CelluSmooth cellulite treatment in Maryland, you can smooth dimples, restore firmness, and achieve results that last.
Our specialists are here to answer your questions, explain your options, and design a plan tailored to your needs. Take the first step toward smoother, more confident skin by scheduling your consultation today.
Cellulite Removal Procedure FAQs
What does the procedure feel like?
The doctor numbs you with a local anesthetic to keep you comfortable during treatment. It does not require general anesthesia. An oral medication for relaxation is often given to complement the local anesthetic.
How will I feel and look after the treatment?
You may experience soreness and achiness for a few days following treatment. Most people are able to alleviate discomfort with over-the-counter medicines like Motrin. Bruising is common for up to a week. Normal household activities can be resumed shortly after treatment. You can resume gym activities two weeks after treatment.
Am I awake during cellulite treatment?
Yes. Both CelluSmooth and Avéli are performed under local anesthesia, so you stay awake and comfortable without the need for general anesthesia. Many patients tell us the experience was far easier than they had expected when walking in the door.
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