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It is a minimally invasive cellulite treatment designed to treat cellulite at its true source. Rather than smoothing the skin from the outside, it works beneath the surface to release the fibrous bands that pull the skin downward and create dimples.
These fibrous bands, called septa, are the reason cellulite appears puckered instead of smooth. When they are released, the skin lifts and relaxes, allowing the surface to smooth naturally.
Avéli is the only FDA-cleared technology that allows Dr. Fred to locate and release these bands with real-time confirmation. That means this is not a guess-based procedure. Every dimple that is treated is physically released during the procedure.
Because the treatment corrects the structural cause of cellulite, the difference between before and after can be striking.
Cellulite forms when connective tissue bands tether the skin downward while fat pushes upward, creating the familiar dimpled or orange peel appearance. This architecture is unique to female anatomy, which is why cellulite affects up to 90 percent of women and is rare in men. This is also why dieting, exercise, and topical creams rarely eliminate cellulite. They do not change the structure of the septa that create the dimples.
“I tell my patients to think of cellulite like a mattress with buttons sewn down into it. Those buttons create the puckers you see on the surface. If you cut the strings holding those buttons down, the mattress becomes smooth again. Avéli works the exact same way.” — Dr. Fred
During your cellulite treatment with Dr. Fred:
Once the band is released, the skin lifts immediately. That is why results are not subtle or gradual. They are structural and real. This is why Dr. Fred’s cellulite treatment stands apart from lasers, ultrasound, radiofrequency, or massage-based treatments. Those approaches work on the surface. Avéli fixes what is pulling the skin down.
You may be a good candidate for Dr. Fred’s cellulite treatment in South Jersey if you:
The cellulite treatment works best for true cellulite caused by fibrous bands. During your consultation in our Linwood, NJ office, Dr. Fred will examine your skin to determine whether your dimpling is caused by septa, skin laxity, fat, or a combination of factors.
If skin looseness or volume contributes to your appearance, we may recommend combination treatments to achieve the best result.
Dr. Fred’s cellulite treatment is performed right at our Cornerstone Plastic Surgery offices in Linwood and Toms River, NJ.
The procedure usually takes about one hour. Using local anesthesia, Dr. Fred ensures patient comfort throughout, with most patients describing the experience as comfortable with mild soreness afterward. Patients return home the same day.
Cellulite treatment recovery is very manageable. You will see improvement early, with continued smoothing as the tissue heals. During your recovery, you can expect the following:
Dimples that were visible standing, sitting, or lying down become smoother and far less noticeable. Skin texture becomes more even, and clothing fits better because the surface is no longer puckered.
Results continue to improve as swelling resolves over several weeks. Final results are typically seen around one to three months after treatment. It is designed to be a one-time treatment for the dimples that are released.
Avéli cellulite treatment is a precise, minimally invasive procedure that depends on the surgeon’s ability to accurately identify and release the fibrous bands causing cellulite. Inexperienced treatment can lead to uneven or incomplete results. A fully trained plastic surgeon, Dr. Fred delivers the precision that patients across South Jersey, Toms River, and Atlantic City trust for smooth, natural-looking outcomes.
With nearly three decades of plastic surgery experience and advanced training at Mount Sinai Medical Center, including serving as Chief Resident of the Division of Plastic Surgery, Dr. Fred brings a level of precision few surgeons can match. He has treated cellulite using every major technology over the years, and he finds that his Avéli treatment protocol stands apart because it corrects the true structural cause of dimpling.
Patients from across New Jersey choose Cornerstone Plastic Surgery because they want thoughtful care, surgical-level expertise, and results that look natural and beautiful.
No, the treatment releases the bands that cause dimples. If loose skin is present, it may be treated with skin-tightening or body contouring treatments.
The device is FDA-cleared for cellulite on the thighs and buttocks, where true cellulite is most common.
No. Avéli provides real-time confirmation that the bands are released. Injectable and older mechanical approaches do not offer the same precision or verification.
The cost depends on how many dimples are treated and the size of the area.
Because it is a one-time, in-office procedure designed to permanently release the bands that cause cellulite, it is very different from ongoing spa treatments that require repeated visits.
During your consultation at Cornerstone Plastic Surgery in Linwood, NJ, we will provide transparent pricing based on your personalized treatment plan.
The bands that are released do not reattach. However, new dimples can develop over time due to aging and hormonal changes.
Yes, treatment is often combined with body contouring or skin-tightening treatments for optimal results.
Avéli treats structural dimples. Weight changes can affect skin and fat, but Avéli specifically targets the bands that cause puckering.
Written By: Dr. Frederick Coville Frederick A. Coville, Cornerstone Plastic Surgery’s Owner and Medical Director
Dr. Fred Coville, is a renowned Aesthetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgeon. He proudly extends his services to Toms River, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Ocean County, South Jersey and the greater Philadelphia area. With a distinguished career spanning 25 years, Dr. Coville is a trusted professional delivering personalized and natural-looking results. His expertise caters to clients in locations such as Atlantic City, Trenton, Toms River, Vineland, Bridgeton, Hammonton, Cape May, and Cherry Hill.
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