Cellulite is a skin condition caused by enlarged fat cells that become trapped in an inflexible network of fibrous septae located in the hypodermis. Women more often suffer from cellulite because their subcutaneous fat layer is separated by thin vertical columns in contrast to the crisscross network that is found in men. In women with cellulite, these columns contain enlarged cells, and their design allows herniation to be more visible on the skin’s surface .

Cellulite appears when fat cells just under the skin swell or enlarge and the once flexible collagen bands become rigid and firm and no longer stretch properly. This cell structure change is what causes the dimpled
skin known as cellulite.

Contrary to popular belief, the formation of cellulite does not result from poor diet, lack of exercise or increased body fat; cellulite can be apparent on very lean and toned females as well. Instead, several genetic and physical factors contribute to the formation of cellulite.

These include:

Hormonal Factors – Hormones, not exercise or diet, primarily regulate fat storage and metabolism in the subcutaneous fat layer.
Vascular Changes – Increased deposition of GAGs (glycosaminoglycans) exerts pressure on the capillary walls, which leads to vessel permeability and excess fluid in the dermis, adipocytes and lobes of the fibrous septae. The ensuing edema results in vascular compression, decreased venous return and less oxygenation of the tissue in the fibrous septae.
Connective Tissue Changes – When the fibrous septae housing the enlarged fat cells becomes stiff and cannot stretch, herniation of subcutaneous fat cells extrudes into the dermis, causing bumps and dimpling.
Studies show that 85-98% of post-pubertal women suffer from some degree of cellulite. However, with the lack of proven treatments available, many practitioners and patients are looking for a solution they can trust and believe in. SmoothShapes® employs a scientific approach to the cellulite dilemma. 

There are many different approaches to cellulite. Our Mediday spa team offers a combination of enzyme creams and wraps and the new velashape combined therapy. Dr Lanzer finds that often the cellulite is improved with liposculpture as it thins the deep fatty layer and breaks up some of the tightened fibrous bands. Nevertheless there is no gaurentte that liposculpture can remove cellulite and therefore he preffers to perform liposculpture for unwanted fat and have the skin result as a possible bonus!

New Medi-Day Spa Locations:

Dr Lanzer has opened a few new Medi Day spa locations that hopefully make coming for treatment easier.Please call for a free consultation and cosmetic makeup makeover or try one of our new therapies at a reduced price.
Our new  Medi Day Spas are located at:

              30-32 Glenferrie Rd Malvern

              258 Springvale Rd Glen Waverley

              445 South Road Bentleigh

              202A Stuart St Ballarat

              14 Watton St Werribee

              Unchanged at Geelong (selected treatments)

All appointments can be made on (03) 9500 8888

One of the most confusing aspects of cosmetic surgery is terminology. Liposuction, Liposculpture, Mega liposuction, Laser liposuction, Vaser liposuction, lipolysis and such terms are often used and can hard to distinguish. The truth is that in many situations they mean the same thing. Liposuction is the removal of fat via a suction apparatus. The liposculpture is reshaping. A surgeon will always be sculpturing whilst he sucks and therefore liposculpture is really the same practically as liposuction. It just sound better! Dr Lanzer uses the word megaliposuction when he uses liposuction to assist in patients who are overweight. By removing many litres and changing the patients shape they stimulated to change their lifestyle also. With meg liposuction many litres of fat can be removed from many areas. Some patients who have mega liposuction  have had lap banding or other weight loss procedures.

Dr Lanzer published many years ago a study on safety of large volume liposuction.

This month Dr Lanzer will be conducting a seminar one evening in Sydney on the new method of hi def Liposculpture. Dr Lanzer was the first in Australia to learn this new liposculpture procedure when he went to Japan this year. At the seminar prospective patients will have the opportunity to meet a patient who has had the liposuction and see first hand what can be accomplished. Dr Lanzer uses the new devises of Vaser to help mould and enhance the athletic appearance in both men and women.

Dr Lanzer says that even though he has done over 10,000 procedures the benefit of being able to offer this breakthrough is enormous.

For many patients a six pack or a natural stomach groove would have been totally impossible and now it is a realistic goal.

For information on liposuction, Hi Def Liposculpture of any of the cosmetic procedure call Dr Lanzer’s rooms and receive a free consultation

Cellulite Treatment-Vellashape
Dr Lanzer has a new CELLULITE treatment on trial.
Velashape contours, shapes and slims the body by improving cellulite and reducing circumference in as few as 4 treatment sessions. Velashape provides dramatic results without downtime or significant discomfort the secret being that Velashape combines elos with vacuum and tissue manipulation to reduce the volume and appearance of fat tissue.
How quickly will I notice a change?
Gradual improvement of the treated area can be seen following the first treatment.
How many inches can I reduce from my circumference?
In clinical studies patients report an average reduction of 1 inch post treatment
Is treatment safe?
It is safe and effective for all skin types and colors
Does it hurt?
It is like a warm deep tissue massage
Are results permanent?
Following your complete treatment regimen, it is recommended to get maintenance treatments periodically
Dr Lanzer combines the cellulite treatment with Ultrashape, Accent Fat Blasting and Tissue Massage. Vellashape is the medical strength version of velasmooth.

For more information visit www.drlanzer.com