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Devices and methods for reducing the appearance of cellulite

US10117892B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 29, 2014
Grant dateNov 6, 2018
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Expiry dateMar 28, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12Y304/24003
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods and devices for use in reducing the appearance of dimpled skin or other undesirable appearance of skin in a cellulitic region of a patient are provided. The methods include the steps of disrupting fibrous septae located beneath the skin of a cellulitic region and introducing a composition beneath the skin, the composition being effective to reduce or prevent regrowth of the fibrous septae.

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