What
is Mesotherapy?
Mesotherapy is a medical specialty that involves injecting microscopic
quantities of natural extracts, homeopathic agents, pharmaceuticals,
and vitamins into the skin. It can be used to eliminate cellulite,
promote weight loss, treat aging skin and redundant (sagging)
skin, and rejuvenate the hands and neck.
What are the benefits of Mesotherapy
over surgical techniques such as liposuction?
Liposuction does not treat cellulite. In fact, liposuction
often causes existing cellulite to appear more prominent. Mesotherapy
treats cellulite directly, promoting smoother skin and reducing
fat in selected areas. Fat deposits are flushed from the body and
do not reappear in other areas, which often occurs after liposuction.
Mesotherapy does not require hospitalization, general anesthesia,
or downtime.
Which cosmetic conditions can Mesotherapy
treat?
Although Mesotherapy is used to treat a broad spectrum of injuries,
illnesses, and medical conditions, it is also employed to treat
cosmetic conditions, including acne, cellulite, stretch marks,
scars, lipoma and wrinkles. It can also be used to reduce and
contour fat.
How does Mesotherapy reduce or eliminate
cellulite and fat?
Mesotherapy treats three factors involved in cellulite formation.
The doctor creates a specific formula to reduce the fat in each
individual patient's cellulite, which improves impaired circulation
and breaks down damaged connective tissue - thereby smoothing
the skin's surface. Mesotherapy can treat cellulite located anywhere
on the body.
What are Mesotherapy's anti-aging
and skin rejuvenation uses?
Subdermal vitamin injections rejuvenate the cells, making them
more active and thereby stimulating the production of collagen
and elastin. People can begin anti-aging treatments in their
mid-twenties to prevent wrinkles from forming. Treatments for
the face, neck, arms, and hands are recommended several times
each year.
How does Mesotherapy promote weight
loss and spot reduction?
The exclusive formula used at Face Today Medi-Clinic prevents
cells from storing fat and helps break down existing fat cells.
Spot reduction targets double chins, love handles, and any other
areas displaying fat pockets.
What can patients expect during
their consultation and follow-up appointments?
The first visit to Face Today Medi-Clinic will be a consultation.
After filling out a series of forms, the doctor will review
the patient's medical history and provide an in-depth explanation
as to what Mesotherapy is. He will address any of the patient's
concerns.
Following this, the patient will have photos taken (for medical
records only), which is one step taken towards charting her
Mesotherapy progress (periodically the patient will take follow-up
pictures to facilitate this). The patient is offered the choice
of using a topical numbing cream for the Meso-tighen, which
can be applied 45 minutes prior to Mesotherapy appointments.
When do Patients see Results?
Results vary depending on the patient's body type and the condition being treated.
On average, patients notice visible improvement in two to three sessions. For
certain conditions, patients see results after the first session.
Will the results last?
The results do last, especially when combined with exercise and proper nutrition.
However, we cannot stop the natural aging that affects one's appearance. For
this reason, we recommend regular maintenance visits.
Are the treatments painful?
The patient may feel a slight pinching or burning sensation when the injections
are administered. However, we can provide a topical anesthetic that makes treatment
virtually painless.
Are there any side effects?
A common side effect of Mesotherapy is bruising, which generally resolves over
one week. To speed up the healing process, we recommend that the homeopathic
supplement Arnica be taken either orally or applied topically on a daily basis.
Patients may experience temporary soreness. This will subside within 24-48
hours.
Are there any Restrictions?
Restrictions vary, depending on the condition being treated. We discuss these
with each patient before treatments commence. In general, patients are advised
not to wear makeup for at least 4 hours after facial treatments and not to
take hot showers for at least 6 to 8 hours. We recommend that patients eat
a high-protein meal and avoid caffeine or other stimulants before treatment.
How much does It cost?
The cost varies by doctor and geographical location. In addition, the total cost
depends on the nature of the medical condition and the number of sessions needed
to achieve the desired results.
What areas can be treated with Mesotherapy?
The procedure can be used to dissolve fat and tighten sagging
skin on the jaw line & jowl area, neck, abdomen, arms and
hands. In Europe, men and women often start treatments in their
thirties, but Mesotherapy can prove valuable during any stage
of ones life.
Mesotherapy is also a highly effective rejuvenating treatment
– see MesoGlow in our list of Skin Rejuvenation treatments.
Visit www.mesotherapy.com for more information.
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