What is Mesotherapy?

Mesotherapy is a state-of-the-art non-surgical cosmetic medical procedure indicated for reduction or elimination of unwanted fat and for the treatment of cellulite. It is viewed as a safe, clinically proven medical alternative to liposuction. This state-of-the-art treatment method for body liposculpting by reduction or elimination of localized fat, for reduction or elimination of cellulite and for facial rejuvenation has been practiced in Europe for over 50 years, but only recently it has been perfected, and it is finally available in Canada. Common body regions treated with Mesotherapy for fat reduction or elimination are abdominal fat pads, localized fat in the hips and thighs (saddle bags), lower flanks, fat (love handles), double chins and jowls.

How Mesotherapy Works

Most creams and topical skin treatments are limited by the poor penetration of the ingredients. Mesotherapy is a medical technique which involves injecting specific medications 1 mm. below the skin, with ultra fine needles. The fat deposits begin to break down and dissolve. Melting, dissolving of fat is attained with selected medications, being introduced into a very superficial layer of the skin, named mesoderm. Mesotherapy is a procedure carried out in the office, easily tolerated with topical anesthesia requiring a variable number of sessions, usually five to ten, depending upon the area to be treated and the response of the patient. Each session usually lasts 30 minutes. Not being a surgical procedure, Mesotherapy does not require the post-operative care that liposuction requires. There is no downtime. After a mesotherapy session, daily activities can be resumed right away. Clinical studies published in authoritative journals have confirmed the effectiveness of mesotherapy in the correction of localized fat deposits.

Am I a Candidate for Mesotherapy?

Good Mesotherapy candidates will have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of less than 27. Patients aged 18 to 75 who are in good overall health, and who aspire to continued maintenance of a healthy lifestyle are the best candidates for Mesotherapy. Mild temporary side effects may include bruising, tenderness and extremely rarely, infection.

Mesotherapy Advantages

• Quick, office procedure
• No general anaesthetic
• Little down time
• Side effects are manageable
• No scars
• Individual pockets of fat can be targeted
• Cheaper than liposuction
• Doesn't leave uneven gaps
• Can be used on areas remaining after liposuction