What is Mesotherapy
Mesotherapy is a safe, non-invasive anti-aging tool involving the use of micro injections of vitamins, plant extracts, enzymes, homeopathic or other medications into the mesoderm (middle layer of the skin). The process enables healing and corrective treatment to a specific area of the body by increasing circulation and the body's natural ability to produce more collagen.

History of Mesotherapy
Mesotherapy is a medical technique that originated in 1952 by Dr. Michel Pistor, a French physician. The French Academy of Medicine recognized Mesotherapy as an inherent part of traditional medicine. The technique was first used to treat such conditions as vascular diseases, sports trauma, infectious diseases, rheumatology and for the general improvement of circulation. However, soon after its discovery physicians started using the technique for aesthetic indications. Today 15,000 physicians around the world are using Mesotherapy on a daily basis for a variety of purposes including cellulite reduction, body sculpting, pain relief, non-genetic hair loss, scar revision, and skin rejuvenation.

Mesotherapy for facial rejuvenation
Mesotherapy delivers vitamins, minerals, and amino acids directly into the skin to nourish, rejuvenate, stimulate metabolism, and promote collagen and elastin formation. The increase in circulation nourishes the body with oxygen and nutrients and removes toxins that facilitate premature aging. Patients describe their skin as looking rested, radiant, and firmer after treatment. Mesotherapy is an excellent addition to other anti-aging strategies (Botox®, peels, microdermabrasion, etc.). Treatments can be used to tone and tighten as prevention, intervention, or maintenance of the face, neck, arms, and hands (recommended 6-8 times/year).

Mesotherapy for Cellulite
The medical term for cellulite is liposclerosis/lipoedema. Cellulite is a skin condition affecting over 90% of women. Even those with a slim figure often complain about cellulite's external lumpy, dimpled appearance. Cellulite commonly appears on the hips, buttocks and legs but is not caused by excess weight as many believe.

What is Cellulite?
Cellulite appears in the subcutaneous level of the skin. Fat cells are arranged in chambers surrounded by connective tissue called septae. As water is retained, fat cells held within the septae expand and stretch the connective tissue. Eventually this connective tissue hardens (scleroses) holding the skin at a non-flexible length while the surrounding tissue continues to expand with weight or water gain. This results in areas of the skin being held down while other sections bulge outward, giving the lumpy appearance. Mesotherapy benefits for cellulite include; improving blood flow to the area, dissolving excess fat deposits, removing fibrotic, hardened connective tissue and improving lymphatic drainage.

Adipose therapy for body sculpting
It is possible to get rid of fat without having an invasive procedure. For those who find liposuction “too much”, Adipose Therapy for fat loss and body contouring is the answer. For patients who have already had liposuction and find fat depositing in other areas, Adipose Therapy again is the answer. Microinjections of an individualized fat burning formula are given directly into the areas being treated (love handles, arm flaps, saddlebags, etc.) A series of treatments (up to 4) are given spaced two weeks apart. Results are considered permanent as long as the patient adheres to a proper diet and exercise regimen. Occasional touch-ups may be required. Adipose Therapy is beneficial for body sculpting because it treats areas of specific concern with individualized 'fat burning' formulas and is a non-invasive office procedure with no downtime.

Comparison of Liposuction vs. Mesotherapy/Adipose Therapy
Liposuction does not treat cellulite and in fact often ends up enhancing preexisting cellulite, making the cellulite more prominent. Mesotherapy treats cellulite directly and the result is a smoother skin surface. Adipose Therapy also targets fat in trouble areas. The fat deposits flush out of the micro-injection sites and filter out of the body through the lymphatic system. The body does not gain the fat back in surrounding areas as often happens with liposuction. Adipose Therapy is a non-surgical technique that does not require hospital admittance, general anesthesia or downtime. There is no extensive medical evaluation or laboratory testing required prior to the start of treatment.

How many treatments will I need?
Mesotherapy typically involves 3-10 treatments depending on the condition being treated. Adipose Therapy typically involves up to 4 treatments per site.

How fast can I see results?
Results vary depending on body type and the severity of the condition. On the average results can start to be seen after the third or fourth session. For certain conditions, results may be seen immediately. Often the patient's clothing will become looser and friends or family will tell the patient they appear thinner. Adipose therapy for body sculpting is more about losing inches than losing large amounts of weight. A proper diet consisting of unprocessed, unrefined foods and moderate exercise can help shed inches faster.

Will the results last?
The results do last. Mesotherapy is not an alternative to a healthy lifestyle, but is a powerful tool for addressing cellulite and aging skin. Aging is a dynamic process. As your body continues to age you will need to address the symptoms as they manifest. Occasional touch-ups may be required. Mesotherapy can also be used as a preventive treatment. The results of Adipose Therapy also last unless a large amount of weight is gained because the fat dissolving formula actually destroys fat cells.

Are the treatments painful?
There is a slight pinching or burning sensation locally for about 15-20 minutes. Redness and swelling also occurs in the affected area and can last for 2-3 days. Patients can experience bruising and subcutanious nodules which may take longer to resolve. Patients describe the procedure as either painless or slightly irritating with some spots being more tender than others. A topical anesthetic gel can be used upon request and pretreatment with Tylenol may be helpful.

Are there any side effects?
Patients usually experience bruising, redness and swelling which resolves in approximately two to three days. Thereafter these symptoms usually diminish with each subsequent treatment. It is important to bear in mind that these inflammatory side effects produce a tighter and smoother overlying skin, which is highly desirable.

Are there any restrictions?
Mesotherapy is suited for people between the ages of 18 and 75 who are in overall good health and who aspire to look and live a healthier, more natural lifestyle. If a component of the microinjection protocol is contraindicated, effective substitutes are available. General restrictions vary depending on the condition treated and will be discussed prior to the initial treatment.

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