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Cellulite Treatment (CelluTite)

CelluTite is the Centre for Surgery cellulite treatment combining cellulite subcision with argon plasma skin tightening in a single session. Subcision releases the fibrous bands causing dimpling; plasma tightening firms the skin and stimulates collagen remodelling. Long-lasting reduction of cellulite from £4,000.

Cellulite Treatment with CelluTite in London

CelluTite is Centre for Surgery’s name for the combined procedure of cellulite subcision and , performed in a single session. It addresses cellulite through two distinct mechanisms — releasing the structural cause of dimpling and then tightening the overlying skin — producing results that neither treatment achieves alone.

If you have been searching for cellulite subcision, this is the page you need. Cellulite subcision is the first stage of the CelluTite procedure. We perform subcision alongside argon plasma tightening rather than as a standalone treatment, because subcision-released skin without an accompanying tightening step tends to fall back into the dimpled position over time. CelluTite is how the two components are delivered together.

Cellulite forms when fibrous connective tissue bands beneath the skin become taut and tether the skin downward, while pockets of fat push against the undersurface from below. This tension creates the characteristic dimpled appearance. Surface-only treatments — creams, massage, non-invasive energy devices — cannot reach these bands and produce no lasting improvement. CelluTite addresses the problem at its structural origin.

Stage one — cellulite subcision — releases the fibrous bands directly, allowing the skin to lift and smooth. Stage two — argon plasma skin tightening — delivers controlled thermal energy beneath the released skin, causing immediate tissue contraction and stimulating new collagen production. Firmness and texture continue to improve for up to six to nine months as collagen remodels.

CelluTite is performed under local anaesthetic with oral sedation as a day-case procedure at our . All procedures are performed by consultant surgeons on the GMC Specialist Register.

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What Is CelluTite?

CelluTite is a minimally invasive, two-stage procedure that treats cellulite by addressing both its structural cause and the quality of the overlying skin.

Subcision is the first and most clinically important stage. A fine cannula or needle is introduced just beneath the skin surface through a small entry point. The surgeon moves the instrument to cut the fibrous bands that are tethering the skin downward — the direct mechanical cause of cellulite dimpling. Once a band is released, the skin above it lifts immediately. Each dimple is treated individually, working systematically across the treatment area.

This is what distinguishes CelluTite from surface-only treatments. No topical product, massage device or non-invasive energy treatment can physically release these bands. Subcision does so directly.

Once subcision is complete, is applied to the same area. A thin probe delivers argon plasma energy combined with radiofrequency beneath the skin surface. This causes immediate mechanical contraction of the subdermal connective tissue — visible tightening at the point of treatment — and triggers a secondary wave of collagen and elastin production that continues to improve skin firmness over the following six to nine months.

By combining subcision with plasma tightening in a single session, CelluTite removes the pulling-down effect and simultaneously firms the skin above. The two stages reinforce each other — subcision creates space for the skin to lift; plasma tightening then draws it upward and keeps it there.

Cellulite subcision can be performed as a standalone treatment elsewhere, and is often advertised as such. We choose not to offer it standalone for clinical reasons. Subcision-released skin has no tightening force holding it in the lifted position; over months, the released skin tends to fall back into a dimpled position as it settles. The argon plasma stage that follows in CelluTite produces immediate tissue contraction and stimulates collagen remodelling — biological forces that hold the released skin in its lifted position long-term. The two stages working together produce durable results that subcision alone does not reliably achieve. The CelluTite combined procedure is what we offer.

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Cellulite Subcision Explained — How the Procedure Works

Cellulite subcision is the central component of the CelluTite procedure and the part that produces the structural change in the skin. This section explains the technique in detail because patients researching cellulite subcision typically want to understand exactly what happens during the procedure.

Cellulite subcision (sometimes written as cellulite sub-cision or simply subcision for cellulite) is a minimally invasive surgical technique that mechanically releases the fibrous septae beneath the skin responsible for cellulite dimpling. The Latin root — "sub" meaning beneath, "cision" meaning to cut — accurately describes the procedure. The surgeon cuts beneath the skin surface to release the tethering bands without making a large surgical wound on the skin itself.

The procedure works because cellulite dimpling has a specific, treatable mechanical cause. Connective tissue bands called fibrous septae anchor the skin to the underlying fascia. Over time these bands become taut and rigid. The fat layer above them, under normal metabolic pressure, pushes outward. The taut bands pull the skin inward at specific points while the fat herniates outward through the gaps — creating the dimpled or "orange peel" surface characteristic of cellulite. Subcision targets these bands directly.

At Centre for Surgery, cellulite subcision is performed manually using a fine specialised cannula introduced through small entry points in the skin. The technique is sometimes called manual subcision to distinguish it from device-driven approaches.

Several proprietary devices have been marketed for cellulite treatment. We use manual subcision rather than these devices for specific clinical reasons:

The procedure is performed under local anaesthetic with oral sedation. You are awake but relaxed and comfortable throughout. Once the local anaesthetic has taken effect, the procedure itself is well tolerated — most patients describe pulling and pressure rather than sharp pain. Subcision of a single area (for example, both buttocks together, or one set of outer thighs) typically takes 30 to 60 minutes; the argon plasma tightening stage adds a further 30 to 60 minutes. Total CelluTite procedure time for one to two areas is one to two hours.

CelluTite — including the subcision component — is a one-and-done procedure for most patients. A single session produces durable results because the fibrous bands physically cut during subcision do not regenerate. In very severe cases with deeply constricted bands, a second session may occasionally be needed to release any residual tethering — this is uncommon and would be assessed at follow-up. Many other clinics quote multiple sessions of subcision-based treatment because they are using less effective techniques (vacuum-assisted, energy-based, or partial subcision); manual subcision in combination with argon plasma tightening typically produces the desired result in a single session.

Recovery after CelluTite — including the subcision component — is described in detail below. In summary: most patients return to light activities within two to three days, wear a compression garment continuously for the first week and intermittently for a further three to four weeks, avoid strenuous exercise for four to six weeks, and see initial improvement at the time of treatment with continued improvement over three to six months as collagen remodels.

Mr Metin Nizamoglu FRCS (Plast) — Consultant Plastic Surgeon

CelluTite at Centre for Surgery is performed by Mr Metin Nizamoglu, a Consultant Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeon at our Baker Street clinic. Mr Nizamoglu combines surgical subcision with argon plasma skin tightening — a two-stage approach that targets the structural causes of cellulite rather than its surface appearance.

Mr Nizamoglu brings over 14 years of NHS consultant experience, including a post at the St Andrew’s Centre for Burns and Plastic Surgery. He holds fellowships with the Royal College of Surgeons of England (FRCS Plast) and the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (EBOPRAS), and is on the GMC Specialist Register for plastic surgery.

Before & After Photos

All photographs are taken with full written patient consent. They represent a selection of cases performed at Centre for Surgery — a wider range is available to view at consultation. Individual results vary.

Case 1 — CelluTite. Female patient. Thighs and buttocks. Reduction of dimpling and improved skin texture following subcision and argon plasma skin tightening.

Case 1 — Lateral view showing surface smoothing and improved skin contour.

Case 2 — CelluTite combined with abdominal liposuction. Female patient. Anterior DNA Methylation Test (check out your url) view showing combined fat reduction and skin tightening result.

What Causes Cellulite?

Cellulite affects up to 85–90% of women and around 10–20% of men. It is not a consequence of being overweight — it occurs at all body weights and is strongly influenced by genetics, hormones and connective tissue structure.

The primary mechanism is mechanical. Fibrous septae — connective tissue bands that anchor the skin to the underlying fascia — become taut and rigid over time. Fat cells in the layer above, under normal metabolic pressure, push upward against the undersurface of the skin. The rigid bands hold the skin down while fat pushes up — creating the characteristic dimpled surface.

Several factors influence the severity and likelihood of cellulite:

In women, the fibrous septae run vertically, perpendicular to the skin surface — this orientation allows fat to herniate upward through the gaps. In men, the septae run in a criss-cross pattern, which resists herniation. This structural difference explains why cellulite is far more common in women.

Oestrogen influences fat distribution, collagen degradation and connective tissue strength — all directly relevant to cellulite formation. This is why cellulite typically appears or worsens at puberty, during pregnancy and around the menopause.

Susceptibility to cellulite is partly inherited — skin type, fat distribution pattern and connective tissue elasticity all have a genetic component.

Skin becomes thinner and less elastic with age, making the underlying structure more visible. Collagen production declines, weakening the connective tissue framework and allowing the dimpling effect to become more pronounced.

Sedentary behaviour, smoking, poor circulation and a diet high in processed foods can all exacerbate cellulite — though they are contributing factors rather than primary causes. Exercise and weight management can reduce severity but cannot resolve established cellulite.

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Am I Suitable for CelluTite?

CelluTite is appropriate for patients with cellulite — of any severity — in areas where both dimpling and some degree of skin looseness are present. It is suitable for both women and men. There is no upper age limit; patients must be at least 18 years old.

Suitable candidates generally meet the following criteria:

CelluTite is particularly well-suited to patients who have already tried surface treatments — creams, massage, radiofrequency pads, non-invasive clinic devices — without lasting improvement. These treatments do not reach the fibrous bands responsible for dimpling. CelluTite does.

Where significant generalised skin laxity is present alongside cellulite — particularly following major weight loss — your surgeon may recommend combining CelluTite with a formal lift procedure. Your surgeon will assess all of these factors at consultation.

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The CelluTite Procedure

CelluTite is performed as a day-case at our . Patients are admitted and discharged on the same day. The procedure takes one to two hours depending on the number of areas treated.

CelluTite is performed under local anaesthetic with oral sedation as standard, or under TIVA (Total Intravenous Anaesthesia) where preferred or clinically indicated. Both approaches are day-case — patients are admitted and discharged on the same day either way.

This is the default for most CelluTite procedures. Once the oral sedation takes effect, producing a relaxed, drowsy state, the surgeon injects local anaesthetic into the treatment areas. If the initial injection is uncomfortable, Nitronox (gas and air) can be offered to ease this stage. You will be awake throughout but comfortable.

The advantages of this approach are a lower overall risk profile, no anaesthetic recovery period (you are alert and ready for discharge the same day), no anaesthetist’s fee, and no fasting requirements. For most patients having CelluTite to one or two areas in a single session, this is the appropriate choice.

TIVA is appropriate where any of the following apply:

TIVA is the safest form of general anaesthesia for day-case cosmetic work — only intravenous agents are used, with no inhaled gases. This produces faster emergence, less postoperative nausea, and quicker discharge than traditional general anaesthesia. All TIVA at Centre for Surgery is administered by NHS-trained consultant anaesthetists.

The trade-offs to factor in: TIVA adds a consultant anaesthetist’s fee, requires fasting before the procedure (no food for six hours, clear fluids until two hours before), means a short anaesthetic recovery period after the procedure before discharge, and requires a responsible adult to collect you and stay with you for the first 24 hours.

Your surgeon and anaesthetist will recommend the appropriate approach at consultation based on the scope of your procedure, your medical history, and your personal preferences. Most single-area and two-area CelluTite cases work well under local with oral sedation. Larger multi-area cases, combined procedures, and patients with strong anaesthesia preferences are usually better suited to TIVA.

Before the procedure begins, the surgeon marks the dimples to be treated with the patient standing. This ensures precise targeting of each tethering band under the correct surface position.

A fine specialised cannula is introduced through a small entry point beneath the skin. The surgeon moves the instrument to cut and release the fibrous bands tethering the skin downward — each dimple is addressed individually. As each band is released, the skin above it lifts immediately. The surgeon works systematically across the entire treatment area until all targeted dimples have been treated.

Once subcision is complete, the argon plasma probe is introduced through the same entry points. Argon plasma energy combined with radiofrequency is delivered to the subdermal layer over the treated surface. The energy contracts the tissue immediately — you may feel warmth, which is well tolerated. The systematic application ensures even energy distribution across the treated area.

Entry points are closed and dressings are applied. A compression garment is provided and must be worn as directed. Most patients are discharged the same day and able to return to light activities within two to three days.

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Recovery After CelluTite

Recovery from CelluTite is generally straightforward. Because the procedure is performed under local anaesthetic rather than TIVA, there is no anaesthetic recovery period — patients are discharged the same day feeling alert.

Swelling, bruising and tenderness in the treated areas are expected. A compression garment is applied before discharge to support the healing tissue and reduce fluid accumulation. Some patients experience temporary surface irregularity in the first few weeks as the tissue remodels — this is a normal part of the healing process.

Mild discomfort is managed with paracetamol. Avoid strenuous activity and heavy lifting. Most patients can return to light daily activities and desk-based work within two to three days. Avoid alcohol for the first 48 hours.

Bruising and swelling begin to subside. A wound check with the nursing team is scheduled at seven to ten days. Light activity can be gradually increased.

Strenuous exercise and high-impact activity can typically resume at around four to six weeks, subject to your surgeon’s review. Initial improvements in skin texture and dimpling are visible.

Some immediate improvement in dimpling is visible at the time of treatment — a direct result of band release and tissue contraction. Results continue to develop over three to six months as collagen and elastin remodel. Final results are generally apparent at six months.

The fibrous bands physically disrupted during subcision do not regenerate. Results are durable and long-lasting. Cellulite has a tendency to worsen over time with age, so some very minor recurrence in untreated areas is possible years after treatment — but the treated dimples themselves are permanently addressed. Maintaining a stable weight supports the longevity of the result.

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Risks of CelluTite

CelluTite has a well-established safety profile as a minimally invasive procedure performed under local anaesthetic. The absence of general anaesthesia or TIVA significantly reduces the overall risk profile compared with procedures requiring full sedation. All risks are discussed in full at consultation and documented in your consent paperwork.

How Much Does CelluTite Cost in London?

CelluTite pricing at Centre for Surgery reflects the two-stage nature of the procedure — subcision plus argon plasma skin tightening performed in a single session. Pricing is confirmed in writing following a face-to-face consultation with your surgeon.

Examples (under local anaesthetic with oral sedation):

Examples with TIVA:

The TIVA supplement covers the consultant anaesthetist’s fee, intravenous anaesthetic agents, and additional theatre time required for anaesthetic preparation and recovery. TIVA is the appropriate choice for patients who would prefer to be fully asleep, for larger multi-area procedures, and for patients combining CelluTite with another procedure under the same anaesthetic. For most single-area and two-area CelluTite cases, local anaesthetic with oral sedation is the standard approach and TIVA is not required.

All prices include surgeon fees, theatre and facility costs, the compression garment for your postoperative recovery, and up to three follow-up appointments. The £100 consultation fee is redeemable against the cost of your procedure if you proceed.

Finance is available through , the specialist provider for medical procedures. 0% APR payment plans are available subject to status. Apply via their straightforward three-step application to spread the cost in monthly instalments with no upfront deposit.

Why Choose Centre for Surgery?

Centre for Surgery is a CQC-regulated cosmetic surgery clinic at 95–97 Baker Street, London W1U 6RN. All CelluTite procedures are performed by consultant surgeons on the GMC Specialist Register.