Mesotherapy

Mesotherapy for fat reduction and cellulite reduction, is a technique to deliver medications and homeopathic substances, such as vitamins, minerals, amino acids and enzymes to a specific area of the body. This is done by painless micro-injections into the layer just beneath the skin, called the mesoderm.

Since its invention in 1952 by French doctor Michael Pistor, Mesotherapy has been used on a daily basis by over 15,000 doctors all over the world for healing or corrective treatments. In the US the technique has lately received great interest for aesthetic purposes, especially for:

1. Reduction of cellulite - Click here to read more
2. Localized fat spot reduction (MesoSculpting) - Click here to read more
3. Skin rejuvenation (MesoGlow) - Click here to read more
4. Lower eyelid fat - Click here to read more

Proper dietary lifestyle and nutritional supplementation are essential to achieve the best long-term results. Because aging is a dynamic process that cannot be stopped, Mesotherapy is a useful anti-aging tool in preventing against the ravages of aging.

All patients undergoing Mesotherapy will be asked to:

Eat healthy and moderately
Drink plenty of water for the body to eliminate toxins and dissolved fat
Exercise (walking or other aerobic activity) three times a week

Mesotherapy Technique

Using a very fine needle, the specific formula selected to treat the individual patient’s condition, is injected painlessly into the mesoderm (a tissue layer under the skin). The needle penetrates the treated area at only a very small depth. The treatment is performed manually or through a mechanical delivery system called a Meso Gun.

The needle sticks are not felt because the needle is so fine and the skin is pinched by the physician during the injection. The number of injections and the strength of each treatment is determined on an individual basis. Generally, patients require one treatment every 10 to 14 days, depending on the location and size of the area being treated. The injections are spaced at small distances, about one injection every square inch, and in small dozes per injection site.

Sometimes a technique called “multi-pricking” is used, where a number of quick, very superficial, injections are done at specific areas. Multi-pricking is performed by hand or by meso-gun

Cellulite
Cellulite affects over 90% of all post-pubescent women, regardless of their weight or age!!
Cellulite is the bumpy, unsightly skin and tissue commonly found on upper thighs and lower buttocks. The medical name for cellulite is: Dermatomyoliposclerosis (DMLS). The lumpy and dimpled appearance that usually appears, is the result of connective tissue bands (septae) that holds down areas of the skin, trapping the fat, while other areas bulge outwards and hereby create the undesirable “cottage-cheese” appearance.

Cellulite is a four-stage process, with slow progression over a lifetime. The initial change is a deterioration of the dermal vasculature and particularly the loss of capillary networks. This is due to fat cells clumping together and decreasing venous return, or simply put: poor blood circulation.

Cellulite is grouped in four stages:
Stage 0: No visible cellulite even when skin is pinched
Stage I: No visible cellulite when standing or lying down, however “orange peel” texture can be seen when skin is pinched.
Stage II: Visible cellulite when standing, but not when lying down.
Stage III: Visible cellulite when standing and lying down.

How can Mesotherapy reduce cellulite?
The Mesotherapy formula is based on the grade and stage of cellulite for the individual patient and the customized blend of medications interact with the fat cells in the following ways:

1. Dissolving excess of fat deposit
2. Improving blood flow to the area
3. Removing fibrotic, hardened connective tissue
4. Improving lymphatic drainage

The result is a reduction of the “orange peel” appearance and in loss of fat in the treated areas. Because cellulite is a permanent condition it requires more treatments than fat reduction by itself, usually 10 to 15 treatments or more if the condition is severe.

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Localized Fat Spot Reduction (“MesoSculpting”)
The use of Mesotherapy for localized fat areas is part of the treatment group known as Injection-Lipolysis, which includes treatments like Lipodissolve, Lipostabile and Mesosculpting.

By injecting the fat-dissolving natural substance Lecitin combined with other enabling substances, localized fat deposits will slowly be reduced.

Dr. Ritter:
“The original method, which is comparatively simple and especially suitable for small fat deposits, due to its simple injection technique, the method has its limits. For good results, the treatment usually has to be repeated”.

MesoSculpting is ideal for patients who wish to remove small amounts of fat deposits on arms, hips, abdomen, thighs, neck, chin and other “hard to get” areas and who find liposuction “too much” or “too invasive”. For patients who have already had liposuction, but are now finding fat depositing in other areas, MesoSculpting is the answer. However, the technique is not a complete replacement for liposuction.

A series of treatments (5-15) are given spaced one to two weeks apart. Where successful, visible results, usually measured in inches, are usually considered long lasting when combined with regular exercise and healthy life style. The total number of required treatments will vary for each individual patient.

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Skin Rejuvenation (“MesoGlow”)
Mesotherapy for skin rejuvenation is a safe, natural approach to treatment of sun damaged or aging skin on the face and neck. Between sun damage and progressive collagen loss, the skin loses it plumpness and resiliency. The use of Mesotherapy for this use is also known as “MesoLift” or “MesoGlow”

The MesoGlow treatment infuses the dermis layer under the skin with anti-oxidants, vitamins, minerals and aminoacids to nourish and rejuvenate. This will promote production of collagen and elastin and will stimulate the metabolism.

People who have had MesoGlow often describe their skin as firm, radiant, youthful and “glowing”. The MesoGlow is usually performed in an initial series of 2 to 4 treatments, spaced out one or two weeks apart. The results are maintained by touch-up treatments once or twice a year.

MesoGlow treatment is an excellent compliment to other skin treatments such as IPL PhotoFacial, PhotoRejuvenation or Botox®. In addition to daily sunscreen, a balanced diet, exercise, plenty of water and no smoking, MesoGlow is another anti-aging technique to help maintain a healthy glowing skin and protect it from the environmental contributors to aging skin.

Lower Eyelid Fat Reduction
Mesotherapy for “Lower Eyelid Fat”, or “Eye Fat Pads” has proven successful for reduction of the fat or puffy area found under the eye and causing a constant tired look.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mesotherapy?
A technique to deliver medications and homeopathic substances, such as vitamins, minerals, amino acids and enzymes to a specific area of the body, for medical or cosmetic reasons

How does Mesotherapy reduce cellulite?
Cellulite is reduced by:

1. Dissolving excess of fat deposit
2. Improving blood flow to the area |
3. Removing fibrotic, hardened connective tissue
4. Improving lymphatic drainage

How does Mesotherapy reduce fat?
Localized fat spots are reduced by:

1. Breaking down existing fat cells
2. Blocking cells from storing fat

How does Mesotherapy rejuvenate the face?
Facial skin is rejuvenated by stimulating collagen and elastin production

How many treatments are needed?
Varies from patient to patient and depends on the area to be treated and the patient’s expectations. Typically from 5 to 15 treatments.

How many treatments before seeing results?
Varies from patient to patient and depends on the area to be treated and the patient’s expectations. Typically from 3 to 5 treatments.

What does it cost?
$300 and up per treatment depending on the area treated.

Is it painful?
No. The specialized needle is extremely fine and the skin (fat) is often pinched between the doctor’s fingers during the injection. There may be a slight burning sensation, which will quickly go away. If you are very sensitive we can pre-treat the area with topical anesthetic cream, which makes the treatment virtually painless.

Will it last?
Yes. The results will last, especially if combined with exercise and a healthy diet. Occasional maintenance treatments are recommended.

Are there any side effects?
A common side effect is bruising in the area of the injections. This generally resolves within a week.

How long is the “down time” and recovery time?
There is no down time or recovery time for this procedure. The patient will be back to regular activities immediately. Hot showers should be avoided for 8 hours.

Who can have Mesotherapy?
All adults between the ages 18 to 75 and who are in good health can be candidates for cosmetic Mesotherapy, such as Mesotherapy for localized fat spot reduction, cellulite reduction and facial rejuvenation.

Who cannot have Mesotherapy?
People with the following conditions should not have cosmetic Mesotherapy:
- Pregnancy
- Insulin dependant diabetes
- History of stroke
- History of recent cancer
- History of blood clots
- Patients on multiple medications for heart disease.

Is Lipodissolve and Lipostabil the same as Mesotherapy?
Mesotherapy is the injection of vitamins and homeopathic medications into the mesoderm layer under the skin using a short 4 or 6 mm. meso needle. Lipodissolve (Lipostabil) uses a longer 13 mm. meso needle to inject phosphatidylcholine into the corporeal fat layer. Mesotherapy can be used in combination with Lipodissolve therapy in some cases with excellent results.

Phosphatidylcholine (PPC) is the main component of soy lecithin. One significant quaity of lecithin is its ability to break down fat. PPC is medically proven to reduce cholesterol, increase metabolism and enhance liver functons. PPC has been used by physicians for the past few years as a safe alternative for localized fat and cellulite reduction.