Mesotherapy is a technique, invented in 1952 by Dr. Michel Pistor,
where medication is injected into the mesoderm, the layer of
fat and connective tissue under the skin. Over the past 50+
years, in excess of 15,000 physicians world-wide have used Mesotherapy
on a daily basis for a variety of purposes, including weight
loss, spot weight reduction, cellulite reduction, scar revision
and wrinkle elimination. In 1987, Mesotherapy was recognized as an inherent part of traditional medicine.
How Does Mesotherapy Work?
The medications that are used in Mesotherapy melt the fat beneath the skin and shrink the fat cells in the scarpa's fascia layer. The fat dissolves and, as occurs when fat is broken down during typical weight loss, is carried through the bloodstream and excreted by the kidneys and bowel.
Cellulite is caused by connective tissue bands that hold down the skin, trapping the fat and thereby causing the "dimpling" effect. The medications used in Mesotherapy can help destroy the connective tissue bands and melt the trapped fat, creating a smooth, dimple-free appearance.
Techniques Of Mesotherapy
Using a very tiny needle (0.4 to 0.6 cm or the size of a eyelash), the medication is injected into the mesoderm relatively painlessly. This occurs because the needle is specially manufactured to deliver the medicine in a series of painless injections in a typical treatment. Patients have usually responded that the treatments cause less pain than a momentary, light pinch.
All patients undergoing Mesotherapy will be asked to follow a low carbohydrate, low sugar, natural healthy diet, which will be easy to follow. Because toxins are eliminated, lots of water is used to flush these substances, along with dissolved fat, out of the body. Exercise is needed to circulate the medications used, with either walking or another form of aerobic activity, three times a week.
Who Can Have Mesotherapy?
Adults between the ages of 18-75 and in good health are candidates for Mesotherapy for weight loss, spot weight reduction, and cellulite reduction. Patients who are pregnant, on blood thinners, are insulin-dependent diabetics, on medication for heart arrhythmias, have severe heart disease or have cancer are not candidates for cosmetic Mesotherapy. We are happy to discuss your medical problems and medications during a consultation.
Who Cannot Have Mesotherapy?
- Patients Who Are Pregnant Or Breastfeeding
- Insulin Dependent Diabetics
- History Of Stroke
- History Of Recent Cancer
- History Of Blood Clots
- Patients On Multiple Medications For Heart Disease
- Any Active Skin Disease
Typical Results Of Mesotherapy
Mesotherapy For overall weight loss:
Mesotherapy results are measured in inches. Because fat is melted under the skin, about one pound of fat per week is lost. Equal to four sticks of butter! The Mesotherapy treatment is applied to arms, waist, hips, back, and legs all in one session. Patients can lose up to four inches on their waist, hips, and thighs.
For cellulite:
Mesotherapy is a permanent solution that eliminates dimpling and distorted fat under the skin. Cellulite is an accumulation of fat, fluid, and toxins trapped in a hardened network of connective tissue fibers in the Mesoderm layer. The fat cells inflate, causing a rippling and puckering of the skin, commonly referred to as orange peel skin. Lymphatic and venous circulation is poor in these areas. Mesotherapy is used to cause an increase in venous and lymphatic flow, as well as the elimination of fat and dimpling in the area. A patient's skin appears significantly smoother. Most patients lose anywhere from two to four inches where their cellulite is treated.
For spot weight reduction:
Mesotherapy is a relatively painless alternative to liposuction. Fat and cellulite are eliminated from targeted sites using the same techniques as above. Unlike liposuction, only the fat (not the fat cells) is removed. Some patients can lose two to six inches in their saddle bags, hips, thighs, waist, love handles, back fat and chin when medicine is placed in those areas. Mesotherapy is not used to reduce fatty tumors or breast tissue in women.
Liposuction |
Versus | Mesotherapy |
| Surgical Procedure | Non Invasive Procedure | |
| Downtime Two Weeks | No Downtime | |
| Removes Fat Cells | Shrinks Fat Cells | |
| Cannot Be Used Where There Is Cellulite | Can Be Used Wherever There Is Cellulite | |
| Wear Restrictive Garments For Weeks | Wear Loose Clothing After Treatment | |
| Significant Bruising and Pain | Minimal Bruising And Pain |
How Much Does Mesotherapy Cost?
The cost of Mesotherapy depends upon the areas treated and the number of sessions required.
Please call our office at: (301) 808-0341.
Call for a consultation today and experience the fast and amazing results of Mesotherapy treatments.