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Spokane 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 Spokane *

Spokane Dermatology Clinic
William P Werschler
104 W 5th Ave
STE 330W
Spokane, WA 99204
(509) 624-1184

Dermatology Specialists of Spokane
Richard S Herdener
820 S McClellan St
STE 426
Spokane, WA 99204
(509) 456-8444

Dermatology Specialists of Spokane
Christina Marino
820 S McClellan St
STE 426
Spokane, WA 99204
(509) 456-8444

Dermatology Specialists of Spokane
Katherine Bruya Reed
820 S McClellan St
STE 426
Spokane, WA 99204
(509) 456-8444

Rockwood Clinic Dermatology
C Dan Henderson
610 S Sherman St
STE 208
Spokane, WA 99202
(509) 838-2531

Steven L Dixon MD
Steven L Dixon
59 E Queen Ave
STE 102
Spokane, WA 99207
(509) 489-9782

Dermatology Associates of Spokane
Michael E Ryan
5901 N Lidgerwood St
Ste 118 STE 118B
Spokane, WA 99208
(509) 484-4591

Dermatology Associates of Spokane
William A Wray
5901 N Lidgerwood St
Ste 118 STE 118B
Spokane, WA 99208
(509) 484-4591

Northwest Dermatology
Benjamin Hsu
757 E Holland Ave
Spokane, WA 99218
(509) 444-6367

Advanced Dermatology and Skin Surgery
Paul T Dunn
1807 N Hutchinson Rd
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 456-7414

Advanced Dermatology and Skin Surgery
Joel K Sears
1807 N Hutchinson Rd
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 456-7414

Advanced Dermatology and Skin Surgery
Joseph C VanCara
1807 N Hutchinson Rd
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 456-7414

Advanced Dermatology and Skin Surgery
Staci M Ward
1807 N Hutchinson Rd
Spokane, WA 99212
(509) 456-7414

Inland Empire Dermatology
Paul L Ross
N 312 Mullan
Spokane, WA 99206
(509) 921-7884

Spokane Valley Dermatology Clinic
Thomas M Ryan
11017 E Sprague Ave
Spokane, WA 99206
(509) 928-5124

Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center
Walter L Williams
1433 5th ST
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 758-5141

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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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Nearby Spokane Hospitals *

Sacred Heart Medical Center
101 W 8th Ave
Spokane, WA 99204
(509)474-3131

St Lukes Rehabilitation Institute
711 S Cowley St
Spokane, WA 99202
(509)838-4771

Deaconess Medical Center
800 W Fifth Ave
Spokane, WA 99204
(509)458-5800

Shriners Hospital Spokane
911 W 5th Ave
Spokane, WA 99204
(509)455-7844

Holy Family Hospital
5633 N Lidgerwood St
Spokane, WA 99208
(509)482-0111

Spokane VA Medical Center
4815 N Assembly St
Spokane, WA 99205
(509)434-7000

Valley Hospital & Medical Center
12606 E Mission Ave
Spokane Valley, WA 99216
(509)924-6650

Eastern State Hospital
850 Maple St
Medical Lake, WA 99022
(509)299-3121

Kootenai Medical Center
2003 Lincoln Way
Coeur D Alene, ID 83814
(208)666-2000

Lincoln Hospital
10 Nichols St
Davenport, WA 99122
(509)725-7101

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