Cellulite Center - Bartlett, TN
Bartlett Dermatologist Doctors for CelluliteType of Physician: Dermatologist What is a Dermatologist? A certification by the Board of Dermatology; practitioners treat pediatric and adult patients with disorders of the skin, mouth, hair and nails as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. They also have expertise in the care of normal skin, the prevention of skin diseases and cancers, and in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars. Specialty: Dermatology Common Name: Skin Doctor Dermatologist Doctors in Bartlett * James E Turner MD PhD PC  James E Turner MD PhD PC  Thomas P Chu MD  Robert L Jackson MD PLLC  My MD Family Care Clinic  Tanenbaum Dermatology Center  Tanenbaum Dermatology Center  Dermatology East  Dermatology East  Dermatology Group  Dermatology East  Dermatology Group  Rheumatology & Dermatology Associates PC  Kaplan & Kaplan Dermatology  Kaplan & Kaplan Dermatology  Janet L Knight MD  Charles F Safley Jr. MD  Levy Dermatology PC  Robert J Trautman Jr. MD  William J Whitehead MD  Lynn M Foley MD  Complete Medical Germantown  Purvisha Patel MD  Memphis Dermatology  Memphis Dermatology  Memphis Dermatology  Memphis Dermatology  Memphis Dermatology  Memphis Dermatology  Memphis Dermatology  Memphis Dermatology  Center For Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery  UT Medical Group Dermatology  UT Medical Group Dermatology  UT Medical Group Dermatology  Woodbury Skin & Eye Surgery Center  Woodbury Skin & Eye Surgery Center  The Jackson Clinic Dermatology & Plastic Surgery  The Jackson Clinic Dermatology & Plastic Surgery  Multiple Specialities Bartlett, TennesseeUpcoming Local Events2012-06-03
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CelluliteWhat is cellulite?The term cellulite refers to the dimpled appearance of the skin that some people have on their hips, thighs, and buttocks. This appearance is much more common in women than in men because of differences in the way fat, muscle, and connective tissue are distributed in men and women's skin. The lumpiness of cellulite is caused by fat deposits that push and distort the connective tissues beneath skin, leading to the characteristic changes in appearance of the skin. Cellulite is not related to the condition known as cellulitis, which is a spreading bacterial infection of the skin and tissues beneath the skin.
What causes cellulite?
The dimpled appearance of cellulite can be considered to be a normal What are the supposed "treatments" for cellulite?Most people dislike the appearance of cellulite and prefer to have skin as smooth as they possibly can. Therefore, much has been written about cellulite, and many treatments have been promoted, ranging from dietary changes to cellulite creams and mechanical treatments. Some of these therapies include
Recommended Reading Related to CelluliteThe importance of physical activityThe evidence is growing and is more convincing than ever! People of all ages who are generally inactive can improve their health and well-being by becoming active at a moderate-intensity on a regular basis. Regular physical activity substantially reduces the risk of dying of coronary heart disease, the nation's leading cause of death, and decreases the risk for stroke, colon cancer, diabetes, and high blood pressure. It also helps to control weight; contributes to healthy bones, muscles, and joints; reduces falls among older adults; helps to relieve the pain of arthritis; reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression; and is associated with fewer hospitalizations, physician visits, and medications. Moreover, physical activity need not be strenuous to be beneficial; people of all ages benefit from participating in regular, moderate-intensity physical activity, such as 30 minutes of brisk walking five or more... Other Related Cellulite ArticlesEmergency Contact for Bartlett
Nearby Bartlett Hospitals *Saint Francis Hospital Bartlett Methodist Healthcare North Hospital Lakeside Behavioral Health System Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis Baptist Memorial Restorative Care Hospital Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women Saint Francis Hospital Select Specialty Hospital Memphis Baptist Rehabilitation Hospital Germantown Methodist LeBonheur Germantown Delta Medical Center HEALTHSOUTH Rehabilitation Hospital Methodist University Hospital Memphis VA Medical Center Memphis Mental Health Institute Regional Medical Center at Memphis LeBonheur Children's Medical Center St Jude Children's Research Hospital Baptist Memorial Hospital Collierville Methodist Healthcare South Hospital Parkwood Behavioral Health System Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto Crittenden Regional Hospital Baptist Memorial Hospital Tipton Methodist Healthcare Fayette Hospital South Mississippi County Regional Medical Center Featured Articles*Provider Directory Terms of Use: The WebMD 'Provider Directory' is provided by WebMD for use by the general public as a quick reference of information about Providers. The Provider Directory is not intended as a tool for verifying the credentials, qualifications, or abilities of any Provider contained therein. Inclusion in the Provider Directory does not imply recommendation or endorsement nor does omission in the Provider Directory imply WebMD disapproval. |
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