FALSE. Cellulite knows no season and can be treated anytime. In addition to the summer, winter trips to the south are also a good time to get cellulite treatments.

FALSE. At epiderma, initial cellulite treatment, consisting of 10 sessions at the rate of one per week, lead to results that are often noticeable after the fourth or fifth session. You will see changes in your figure, but the magnitude of the end result may vary from individual to individual. You should also consider maintenance treatments.

FALSE. It causes only mild discomfort, mainly caused by the suction of tissue during treatment.

True. Fat tissue is well attached to the walls of the abdomen, which makes it difficult to remodel.

FALSE. Genetic predisposition is the main factor behind the appearance of cellulite. Hormonal changes caused by puberty, pregnancy, breastfeeding and menopause can also lead to it, much like blood circulation problems. Without actually causing cellulite, smoking, no exercise and poor diet, however, make it worse.

Ultimately, choosing the right clinic and a competent physician is crucial. Regardless of his or her specialty, your doctor must have the proper training and be able to tailor treatments to your needs. If you go to a discount clinic that’s more concerned about customer turnover than anything else, you may be treated too fast — with less effective technology and advice that's more or less based on myths.