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Preparing for your appointment

By Mayo Clinic staff

Because appointments can be brief, and because there's often a lot to cover, it's a good idea to be well prepared for your appointment. Preparing a list of questions will help you make the most of your appointment. List your questions from most important to least important in case time runs out. For cellulite, some basic questions to ask your doctor include:

  • What is the best course of action?
  • What are my treatment options and the pros and cons for each?
  • What will the treatments cost? Does medical insurance cover these costs?
  • What results can I expect?
  • What kind of follow-up, if any, should I expect?
References
  1. Avram MM. Cellulite: A review of its physiology and treatment. Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy. 2004;6:181.
  2. Taub AF. Procedures offered in the medical spa environment. Dermatologic Clinics. 2008;26:341.
  3. Sakamoto FH, et al. Lasers and flashlamps in dermatology. In: Wolff K, et al. Fitzpatrick's Dermatology in General Medicine. 7th ed. New York, N.Y.: The McGraw-Hill Companies; 2008. http://accessmedicine.com/content.aspx?aID=3005477&searchStr=cellulite. Accessed Nov. 17, 2008.
  4. Rawlings AV. Cellulite and its treatment. International Journal of Cosmetic Science. 2006;28:175.
  5. Goldberg DJ, et al. Clinical, laboratory, and MRI analysis of cellulite treatment with a unipolar radiofrequency device. Dermatologic Surgery. 2008;34:204.
  6. Cellulite formula. Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database. http://www.naturaldatabase.com. Accessed Nov. 24, 2008.
  7. Wollina U, et al. Esthetic and cosmetic dermatology. Dermatologic Therapy. 2008;21:118.

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Jan. 20, 2009

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