Revitalize Your Skin with Mesotherapy at Dr. Ozone
Mesotherapy is a medical technique that involves the injection of small amounts of substances, such as vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and medications, into the mesoderm (the layer of fat and tissue just below the skin). It is commonly used for various aesthetic and therapeutic purposes. Here are some uses of mesotherapy for the body, along with the conditions it can help treat:
Aesthetic Uses
- Body Contouring and Fat Reduction:
- Conditions Treated: Localized fat deposits, cellulite.
- Description: Mesotherapy injections can help dissolve fat in targeted areas, improving body shape and reducing the appearance of cellulite.
- Skin Rejuvenation:
- Conditions Treated: Aging skin, wrinkles, loss of elasticity.
- Description: Nutrient-rich formulations can enhance skin hydration, elasticity, and overall appearance, often referred to as “mesolift.”
- Stretch Marks:
- Conditions Treated: Striae or stretch marks.
- Description: Mesotherapy can improve the appearance of stretch marks by promoting collagen production and skin regeneration.
- Hair Loss:
- Conditions Treated: Androgenetic alopecia, alopecia areata.
- Description: Mesotherapy can deliver growth factors and nutrients to the scalp to stimulate hair growth.
Therapeutic Uses
- Pain Management:
- Conditions Treated: Chronic pain syndromes, sports injuries, fibromyalgia.
- Description: Local anesthetics and anti-inflammatory agents can be injected to relieve pain in specific areas.
- Joint Disorders:
- Conditions Treated: Osteoarthritis, tendinitis, bursitis.
- Description: Mesotherapy can provide relief from joint pain and inflammation by delivering anti-inflammatory agents directly to the affected area.
- Edema and Lymphedema:
- Conditions Treated: Swelling from fluid retention or lymphatic obstruction.
- Description: Mesotherapy can help reduce swelling by improving lymphatic drainage.
- Circulatory Disorders:
- Conditions Treated: Chronic venous insufficiency, varicose veins.
- Description: Injections can improve blood circulation and reduce symptoms associated with poor circulation.
Here are some commonly used ingredients in mesotherapy:
- Vitamins]
- Vitamin C: For skin brightening and collagen synthesis.
- Vitamin A: Promotes skin cell turnover and improves skin texture.
- Vitamin E: An antioxidant that protects the skin from free radicals and helps in tissue repair.
- Vitamin B complex: Helps improve skin tone and texture.
- Minerals
- Magnesium: Important for maintaining skin elasticity.
- Zinc: Has anti-inflammatory properties and is often used for acne-prone skin.
- Selenium: An antioxidant that helps in cellular protection.
- Amino Acids
- Arginine: Promotes collagen production.
- L-carnitine: Enhances fat metabolism, often used in fat reduction treatments.
- Glutathione: A powerful antioxidant that helps in skin lightening and detoxification.
- Hyaluronic Acid
- Helps to hydrate the skin, improve skin elasticity, and reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
- Enzymes
- Collagenase: Breaks down collagen and is used for skin rejuvenation or to reduce cellulite.
- Hyaluronidase: Used for fat reduction and to improve the effectiveness of other ingredients by breaking down fat and connective tissue.
- Lipase: Enhances fat breakdown, particularly in body contouring and fat-dissolving treatments.
- Plant Extracts
- Artichoke extract: Improves blood circulation and stimulates fat metabolism.
- Ginkgo biloba: Used for its antioxidant properties and to improve circulation.
- Rutin: Helps strengthen blood vessels and reduces inflammation.
- Pharmaceutical Ingredients
- Phosphatidylcholine (PPC): A lipid used to break down fat cells, especially in lipolysis (fat-dissolving) treatments.
- Deoxycholic Acid: Another fat-dissolving compound that helps to break down fat cells.
- Lidocaine: A local anesthetic used to reduce discomfort during the procedure.
- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs): Used in pain management protocols for chronic pain and inflammatory conditions.
- Growth Factors and Peptides
- Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF): Stimulates cell growth and tissue regeneration.
- Copper Peptides: Boost collagen production and promote skin healing.
- Hormones
- Thyroxine: Sometimes used for improving fat metabolism.
- Calcitonin: Used for pain relief, particularly in cases of musculoskeletal conditions.
- Other Ingredients
- Caffeine: Often used in cellulite treatments to stimulate fat metabolism and improve circulation.
- Melilotus: An anti-inflammatory compound that helps with lymphatic drainage.
Some of the key benefits of mesotherapy for the face:
- Improves Skin Hydration
- Enhances Skin Glow
- Reduces Fine Lines and Wrinkles
- Increases Skin Elasticity
- Reduces Hyperpigmentation and Dark Spots
- Improves Skin Texture
- Treats Acne and Acne Scars
- Reduces Puffiness and Dark Circles Around the Eyes
- Minimizes Pore Size
- Quick Recovery and Minimal Downtime
- Long-lasting Effects