Mesotherapy: What Is It?
Mesotherapy is a term derived from the words “meso” and “therapy.” Literally meaning “middle treatment,” mesotherapy is a form of aesthetic treatment. It involves a procedure performed on the middle layer of the skin using a needle, similar to acupuncture. The process of injecting amino acids, minerals, enzymes, and vitamins into the middle layer of the skin with the help of needles (sometimes alone or mixed) is called mesotherapy. Legally, mesotherapy can be applied to all healthy individuals over the age of 18. However, there are certain conditions where mesotherapy cannot be applied or conditions that prevent its application. Mesotherapy has a wide range of purposes and application areas. Various factors such as a person’s health status, age, physical characteristics, and needs determine the content to be injected using the microinjection application. Hence, treatments are tailored individually.
How Is Mesotherapy Done?
Mesotherapy is performed using very fine needles to inject special solutions into the middle layer of the skin in the relevant area. It is a treatment aimed at repairing skin damage and regulating weakened blood circulation. The content of the solutions depends on the application area, the purpose of the application, the person’s age, and other factors such as the substances the person needs (personal vitamins, amino acids, and minerals).
How Is Mesotherapy Applied?
Before the mesotherapy application, a physical examination is performed. After diagnosing the patient’s condition through this examination, an anesthetic cream can be applied to the treatment area. Disposable needles are used for each patient, and the solutions suitable for the patient are injected into the area. Sometimes a mechanical gun is used to make the injection process easier, especially in areas where frequent injections are needed. The physician performs an angled injection into the middle layer of the skin in the treatment area, injecting very small amounts of solution. Additional mesotherapy sessions may be needed based on the specific needs of the skin area. It is an outpatient treatment method that does not require dressing after the application. If no side effects occur, the patient can easily continue their normal life after the application.
What Are the Benefits of Mesotherapy?
Mesotherapy is a treatment method that offers various benefits depending on the application area. It can address numerous issues such as cracks, wrinkles, sunspots, skin spots, skin problems, regional fat accumulation, and cellulite in the areas where it is applied. It is especially used for people with hair loss problems like alopecia. Mesotherapy promotes hair growth in bald areas. It also relieves acute or chronic pain in different parts of the body. Additionally, it can be beneficial for certain vascular problems and sports injuries.