The method of treating some diseases by injecting minerals, vitamins, proteins, hormones, enzymes and all other bioactive substances under the skin is called mesotherapy. Generally, subcutaneous injection or some special microinjection methods are used. “What is mesotherapy?” The question is asked by people who will apply for this treatment especially for aesthetic purposes. Because this application is mostly done for lipolysis, skin tightening and rejuvenation.
What is mesotherapy?
Mesotherapy, which is generally used for cosmetic purposes, is the process of injecting drugs containing components such as vitamins, minerals, peptides, and antioxidants under the skin. Today, it is one of the most commonly used treatment methods for non-surgical facial rejuvenation. “What does mesotherapy mean?” After the question, the most researched subject is the types of mesotherapy. There are different types of mesotherapy application for different parts of the face and body. Mesotherapy treatment can be named according to the area to be made. However, it is generally divided into different types according to the injection technique used. The types of mesotherapy are as follows:
- PRP Mesotherapy: In this method, blood is taken from the person himself and subjected to appropriate procedures. It is then injected back into itself for cosmetic or disease reasons. This process, which takes about 20 minutes, is in the form of injecting blood into the joint or skin of the person. The reason why the blood taken from the person is processed is to separate the most viable fibrin and platelets. With the centrifugation process, fibrin and platelets are removed from the blood and injected into the relevant area.
- Needle Free Mesotherapy: Developed as an alternative to needle mesotherapy technique, this method provides painless and painless skin renewal. In this application, the substances are injected into the skin with special devices that work with a pressure system.
How is mesotherapy done?
Mesotherapy application is in the form of injecting some special mixture solutions into the skin middle layer of the relevant part of the body with the help of fine needles. In this process, substances suitable for the needs of the person are determined and these are injected into the skin. The needles used are very thin and compatible with human skin. Before the application, an anesthetic cream is used and the area to be treated is anesthetized. Therefore, the feeling of pain and suffering is reduced to a minimum.
Before the application of mesotherapy, the person undergoes a physical examination. After this examination, his condition is diagnosed and his needs are determined. The procedure is performed with disposable needles specifically for each patient. If it is a frequent application area, a mechanical gun can be used to facilitate injection. A very small amount of solution is injected into the injection site; however, more than one mesotherapy application can be made according to the need.
Mesotherapy applied to the face immediately shows its effect under the skin from the moment it is applied. However, it is necessary to wait for a while to see the effect of the treatment in the upper areas of the skin. Therefore, problems such as sagging, wrinkles and color changes may continue to be seen on the skin for 1-2 weeks. As the sessions increase, the effect of mesotherapy can become visible from the outside. Of course, the response time of the treatment varies according to the age of the person, the severity of the disease and the structure of the skin. However, after the 2nd or 3rd session, the changes in the skin become evident.
Why is mesotherapy done?
Mesotherapy can be applied for many reasons. This treatment can be applied to prevent wrinkles, sagging and color changes in the skin due to aging, to remove regional oiliness, and to prevent hair loss. Among the benefits of mesotherapy, the most important is that it treats skin cells and ensures their regeneration. In this way, it can increase the elasticity of the skin and wrinkles on the skin can disappear as collagen production will increase. Mesotherapy treatment can be applied in the following cases:
- cellulite treatment
- Regional lubrication
- Hair loss
- facial rejuvenation
- Scar revision (improving nebbe tissues in the skin)
- Acute and chronic pain syndromes
- Muscle and tendon injuries and inflammations
What should be considered after mesotherapy application?
In order to get an effective result from the mesotherapy application, it is necessary to know the points to be considered after the procedure. These aspects ensure that mesotherapy is more effective and that the person does not experience any problems. However, if these points are not observed, some reactions may occur in the patient. In order to benefit from the benefits and effects of mesotherapy, the following should be considered after the application:
- Blood thinners should not be used before or after mesotherapy.
- Non-anti-inflammatory drugs should not be taken before and after mesotherapy.
- In the first 10-15 hours after the application, water should not touch the area and make-up should not be applied to the face.
- Tight jeans and tight-fitting clothes that may affect blood circulation should not be worn.
- After the mesotherapy treatment, the patient should not make any compelling movements for the first 2 days.
- After mesotherapy, you should definitely eat healthy. Avoid alcohol, cigarettes, caffeine and high protein foods.
- In order to prevent swelling, bruising and redness in the treated area, cold application can be applied to and around the area. Cold chamomile tea or cold gels can be preferred.
- After the mesotherapy procedure, the area should not be itchy and pressure should not be applied on it.
- The area should not be touched as much as possible to avoid infection of the treated area. If touched, hands must be washed.
Who cannot be treated with mesotherapy?
Side effects of mesotherapy may be in the form of redness and bruising on the skin surface, which lasts for 1-2 days. At the end of this period, the side effects get better on their own. In addition, there may be side effects such as swelling, burning, skin tenderness, mild itching, mild pain. In order to avoid an allergic reaction in the patient, the physician must examine the person before the application. He should find out if he is allergic to any substance and choose the injection fluid accordingly. In case of side effects of mesotherapy, it is necessary to consult a doctor:
- Vomiting
- Infection
- Nausea
- Edema
- Rash
- extreme skin reaction
Mesotherapy application is an inconvenient treatment for some patients in some cases. Otherwise, it may lead to some complications. The situations in which the application of mesotherapy is inconvenient are as follows:
- pregnant women
- breastfeeding mothers
- cancer patients
- Patients with urticaria
- People with blood clotting problems
- Diabetics requiring insulin use
- People who have had a stroke in the past
- Those who are allergic to any of the substances used in the injection process