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Cellulite Center - Joplin, MO

Joplin Dermatologist Doctors for Cellulite

Type 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 Joplin *

Derek S Towery MD
Mark S Matlock
2829 S Jackson Ave
Joplin, MO 64804
(417) 624-0440

Derek S Towery MD
Derek S Towery
2829 S Jackson Ave
Joplin, MO 64804
(417) 624-0440

Ferrell-Duncan Clinic Dermatology
Daphne K Anderson
1001 E Primrose St
Dermatology
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 875-3384

Ferrell-Duncan Clinic Dermatology
Michael S Causey
1001 E Primrose St
Dermatology
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 875-3384

Ferrell-Duncan Clinic Dermatology
Catherine L Laughlin
1001 E Primrose St
Dermatology
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 875-3384

Troy E Major II MD
Troy E Major
1000 E Primrose St
STE 340
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 881-7220

Ferrell-Duncan Clinic Dermatology
Jay L Pearcy
1001 E Primrose St
Dermatology
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 875-3384

Ferrell-Duncan Clinic Dermatology
Christopher R Wilbers
1001 E Primrose St
Dermatology
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 875-3384

Thomas W Lynch MD PC
Glenn Koby
3850 S National Ave
Cox Medical Plaza II STE 730
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 269-7500

Thomas W Lynch MD PC
Thomas W Lynch
3850 S National Ave
Cox Medical Plaza II STE 730
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 269-7500

Smith Glynn Callaway Clinic Dermatology
Timothy Deffer
3231 S National Ave
STE 230
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 885-0803

Smith Glynn Callaway Clinic Dermatology
Gene M Schoonmaker
3231 S National Ave
STE 230
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 885-0803

St John's Clinic Dermatology
Raffaele Pennella
1229 E Seminole St
STE 510
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 820-6017

N Eugene Morrow MD
N Eugene Morrow
1531 E Bradford Pkwy
STE 215
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 882-6363

Craig W Naugle MD
Craig W Naugle
3808 S Greystone Crt
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 889-3332

Michael A Gentry MD
Michael A Gentry
1722 S Glenstone Ave
STE STE K
Springfield, MO 65804
(417) 883-8162

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Cellulite

What 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 variant -- one way that many perfectly normal human beings look. Heredity, skin thickness, gender, the amount and distribution of body fat, and age can all influence the extent to which cellulite is present or visible. While cellulite is more common in women than men, men can also be affected. Cellulite occurs in people of all races living all around the globe. Although female hormones may play a role in contributing to this pattern of fat distribution, cellulite is not treatable by hormone therapy.

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

  1. Methylxanthines: Methylxanthines are a group of chemicals that include aminophylline, caffeine, and theophyilline. These chemicals are present in many cellulite creams and are promoted as treatments for cellulite because of their known ability to break down fat stores. However, skin c...

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Emergency Contact for Joplin

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Nearby Joplin Hospitals *

St John's Regional Medical Center Joplin
2727 McClelland Blvd
Joplin, MO 64804
(417)781-2727

Freeman Health System
1102 W 32nd St
Joplin, MO 64804
(417)347-1111

Freeman East Hospital
932 E 34th St
Joplin, MO 64804
(417)347-1111

Landmark Hospital of Joplin
2040 W 32nd St
Joplin, MO 64804
(417)627-1300

McCune Brooks Regional Hospital
3125 Dr Russell Smith Way
Carthage, MO 64836
(417)358-8121

Freeman Neosho Hospital
113 W Hickory St
Neosho, MO 64850
(417)451-1234

St John's Maude Norton Memorial Hospital
220 N Pennsylvania St
Columbus, KS 66725
(620)429-2545

Mt Carmel Regional Medical Center
1102 E Centennial
Pittsburg, KS 66762
(620)231-6100

INTEGRIS Baptist Regional Health Center
200 Second Ave SW
Miami, OK 74354
(918)542-6611

Willow Crest Hospital
130 A St SW
Miami, OK 74354
(918)542-1836

Barton County Memorial Hospital
29 NW 1st Ln
Lamar, MO 64759
(417)682-6081

Oswego Medical Center
800 Barker Dr
Oswego, KS 67356
(620)795-2921

Cox Monett Hospital
801 Lincoln Ave
Monett, MO 65708
(417)235-3144

Girard Medical Center
302 N Hospital Dr
Girard, KS 66743
(620)724-8291

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