| How does
Mesotherapy work to reduce Cellulite?
Cellulite affects the majority of
post-pubescent women, so you are not alone!
Being overweight does not cause the
formation of cellulite, as many believe.
Connective tissue present in the skin
sometimes harden, holding down the skin and
trapping the fat. This causes the dimpling
appearance that characterizes the cellulite
that appears on the hips, buttocks, and
legs. The medications used in Mesotherapy
injections release the connective tissue
bands and melt the trapped fat, resulting in
a smoother appearance, free of unattractive
dimples.
Who is an appropriate candidate for
Mesotherapy treatments?
Ideal candidates for Mesotherapy are healthy
adults from 18 to 75 years of age.
Patients with any of the following
conditions are not candidates for
Mesotherapy:
· Pregnancy
· Taking blood thinners
· Insulin-dependent diabetics
· A history of a stroke or blood clots
· Taking medication for heart arrhythmias
· Severe heart disease
Cancer
Your medical history will be fully discussed
during your pretreatment consultation.
Please make sure Dr. Ahmed is made aware of
ANY medications you are taking.
How long does a treatment session take?
The actual injections usually take no more
than 15-20 minutes, depending on the size of
the area being treated. However, Dr. Ahmed
does not like to rush the process,
preferring to make sure all questions have
been answered, the treatment area is
properly marked, and the patient is
comfortable and relaxed. After the initial
consultation, most patients can expect to
spend approximately one hour from start to
finish.
How many treatment sessions are required?
Many Mesotherapists use low-strength or
homeopathic doses of medications in their
injections, given 1 week apart over a period
of 10-15 weeks. Dr. Ahmed believes that
higher concentrations of medications bring
about faster results at a much lower cost.
He prefers to "super-size" the strength of
the formula and space treatments 3-4 weeks
apart. Dr. Ahmed finds that by using this
method, only 3-4 treatments are required
instead of 10-15. This results in a
substantial savings, not only financially,
but in time and discomfort, as well.
What is considered an "area" for treatment
purposes?
Both sides of the body are considered
together to form one area. For example:
· The outside of the thigh, both legs
· The inside of the thigh, both legs
· The abdomen below the navel, both sides
· The abdomen above the navel, both sides
· Love handles, both sides
· The back (bra bulge), both sides
· Backs of the upper arms, both sides
· Jowls, both sides of face
· Under chin, both sides
· Eye fat pads, both eyes
What types of side effects can be expected
after a treatment?
While some people experience side effects to
a lesser degree than others, most people can
expect the following:
· Redness
· Swelling
· Itching
· Bruising
· General discomfort
A rare side effect of Mesotherapy is the
formation of nodules. A small, pea-like
hardening may appear under the skin. Usually
only noticeable by touch, these formations
are not serious and will dissolve by
themselves, disappearing after a few weeks,
or at most, months.
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