Quatela Center for Plastic Surgery
973 East Avenue
Rochester, NY 14607
Phone: (585) 244-1000
Fax: (585) 271-4786
Monday–Friday: 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Avéli is a minimally invasive procedure popular with patients from Rochester, Syracuse, Buffalo, and throughout New York. It utilizes a one-time use handheld device to precisely identify and release the fibrous bands, known as septa, that cause tension between your skin and the structures below. These bands stiffen or shrink over time, causing the dimples (cellulite) that we see on the surface of the skin. By targeting and releasing these septa from the inside, the skin is no longer pulled inward to create the dimple.
Dr. Ashley N. Amalfi is a board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in cosmetic surgery of the breast and body. With her experience and innate attention to detail, Dr. Amalfi achieves personalized surgical outcomes that help patients look and feel their best.
Dr. Peter Krasniak is a board-eligible plastic surgeon who completed a 6-year integrated plastic surgery residency and published research in patient-centered care. A specialist in breast and body surgery, Dr. Krasniak finds it gratifying to enhance his patients’ appearances while prioritizing their safety and physical comfort.
During your consultation, your surgeon will review your health history and listen to you describe your primary concerns. Additionally, your buttock and/or thigh area will be carefully examined to assess your personal characteristics and concerns. The consultation is an important opportunity to discuss your short and long-term cosmetic goals and ask questions about your treatment options. Your surgeon will explain the Avéli procedure, what you can expect during recovery, and potential complications.
Your surgeon will create a personalized treatment plan designed around your needs and lifestyle, based on the consultation.
Avéli is performed in the office. A local anesthetic is used to numb the area(s) to be treated, helping to make the procedure as comfortable as possible. The procedure takes about an hour, but will vary depending on each individual’s procedure plan.
Minimal downtime is expected after the Avéli procedure. Mild pain may be experienced within the first 24 hours after treatment. Bruising and tenderness should be expected, which typically resolves within 30 days. Small areas of firmness, generally not visible or painful, may also be present and typically resolve in a couple of months.
Most patients return to their normal activities within one day of the procedure, however it is recommended to avoid strenuous activities or workouts in the first few days or weeks after the procedure so the area can heal.
An improvement in cellulite should be visible once the swelling and bruising subside. Patients should start to see the effects by one month post-procedure.
As a destination practice offering world-class care, the Quatela Center attracts patients from around the globe. Our virtual consultations and support program take the effort out of travelling for surgery.
The ideal Avéli candidate is someone who:
The first step in deciding if you are a good candidate for Avéli is to meet with Dr. Amalfi or Dr. Krasniak for a private, personal consultation appointment.
Designed to be a single, in-office treatment, Avéli can fully address dimpled cellulite targets on both your buttocks and thighs. Each dimple is only treated once; however, depending on the size of the area to be treated and the number of dimples, the procedure may be spread over multiple visits.
There is little to no downtime after Avéli. Most patients return to normal activities within 24-48 hours.
The Quatela Center for Plastic Surgery in Rochester is proud to serve patients from throughout Upstate NY. We are honored to be the area’s premier plastic surgery center, and give every patient our undivided attention and the quality of care they deserve. Learn more about how we support our New York patients on their surgical journeys:
Participants in the clinical study continued to show a reduction in their cellulite at 3 months after the procedure. These same study participants will continue to be monitored up through 12 months post-procedure.
Yes, Avéli only treats the septa bands causing cellulite dimples. It does not address skin laxity or pockets of fat.
People who live in Buffalo, Syracuse, and other areas of New York travel to the Quatela Center for Plastic Surgery for Avéli® cellulite treatment and other body contouring procedures. Request your consultation using the online form to meet personally with one of our body plastic surgeons or give our office a call at (585) 244-1000 to schedule an appointment.
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