Excess weight, cellulite and regional fat accumulation are the most common problems faced by women of different age groups. Despite the diet and exercise programs applied, it is often not possible to eliminate these problems. Today, different regional thinning methods are used with and without devices. However, all of these methods are for body shaping purposes and are not applied with the aim of weight loss. Such methods are effective in people with regional fat accumulation despite having an appropriate height and weight ratio. The most frequently applied methods for regional thinning purposes are mesotherapy and lipolysis.
What is Mesotherapy?
Mesotherapy is a method in which a mixture of substances such as vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and enzymes is applied to the middle layer of the skin using the microinjection method, depending on the targeted treatment and the person’s needs. By injecting a small amount of the mixture into the application area using the microinjection method, the problematic area is directly reached. In this way, the problem is solved without creating a systemic effect and maximum benefit can be obtained from the treatment.
Mesotherapy, which is applied for regional thinning purposes, is also known as injection lipolysis. In this procedure, certain substances such as bile acid, soy lecithin, caffeine, and carnitine, which are known to have fat-burning properties, are mixed in special proportions and injected into the fat tissue.
Mesotherapy is an alternative treatment used to eliminate regional fat in the abdomen, arms, waist, and leg areas. The application ensures that the fat tissue in the injection area is destroyed. If supported by diet and exercise, it is possible to obtain extremely successful results.
What is Lipolysis?
In the lipolysis method, which is an effective local slimming and regional fat melting method used in recent years, the substance PPC (phosphatidylcholine) is injected under the skin. PPC is a substance obtained from soybeans and ensures the dissolution of solid fat inside fat cells called adipocytes. It makes it easier for fat cells to be broken down and removed from the body by turning them into a fluid-oily water solution. Lipidic components exit the cell more easily, and the removed and metabolized fats are expelled through the body’s natural lymphatic system. Since fats are expelled from the body naturally, the problem of loosening and sagging in the application area is as little as possible.
PPC is a substance found in the person’s body and has an important role in fat metabolism. Since PPC and lecithin are substances found in the bile produced by the gallbladder, there is no question of a side effect of the treatment. Because this is already a process carried out by the body. However, in lipolysis treatment, injection is made directly into the fat tissue in the targeted area. Accordingly, the fat melting effect is accelerated. In other words, the melting and removal of fats in the lipolysis method is actually carried out within the body’s own natural process.
In Which Cases Are Mesotherapy and Lipolysis Applied?
Mesotherapy is actually an extremely effective and practical procedure that eliminates many different problems in the body. Mesotherapy can be applied to eliminate different problems such as regional slimming, cellulite, skin rejuvenation, sagging skin, spot treatment, and skin cracks.
Lipolysis can be applied to eliminate deformities due to fat accumulation, gynecomastia, cellulite, fat under the chin and around the eyes. The lipolysis method is also used to eliminate deformities that occur after surgical fat removal procedures and the orange peel appearance caused by cellulite. In men, the lipolysis method is usually used to eliminate fat deposits in the back area.
Is It Possible to Lose Weight with Mesotherapy and Lipolysis?
Regional slimming is possible as a result of the application of mesotherapy and lipolysis methods. With the application of these methods, it is possible to get rid of regional weights and reach a fitter body, and more effective and permanent results can be achieved if supported by exercise and diet.
In order to increase the effect of the applications, a diet and daily exercise program suitable for the person should be applied. In this way, the slimming effect provided by the applications can be increased.
When Does the Treatment Give Results?
The effect of the mesotherapy application; Although it varies according to the person’s age, skin type and the severity of the problem, it starts to be seen after the 2nd or 3rd session.
In lipolysis, most patients start to notice the change in their bodies after the second session. The body automatically resets the fat wastes that are naturally dissolved in lipolysis after each application, and total fat loss may occur in frequent applications. Therefore, the most accurate method is to observe the effect and apply at 4-6 week intervals.
Who is Suitable for Losing Weight with Mesotherapy and Lipolysis?
Mesotherapy and lipolysis methods can be applied to people who have regional fat problems, are close to their ideal weight but have resistant fat accumulations, are on a diet and exercise and want to support the weight loss and body shaping process.
Mesotherapy and lipolysis methods cannot be applied to people who are pregnant and breastfeeding, who have had a stroke before, who have cancer, blood clots, diabetes, and urticaria.
How is Mesotherapy and Lipolysis Performed?
In the mesotherapy procedure for regional thinning, a mixture prepared is injected into the region using fine-tipped needles. Mineral and vitamin-supported drugs applied in small doses reach the capillary ends in the middle layer of the skin and are effective in accelerating circulation. Fats in areas where regional fat accumulation occurs turn into tissues that collect water and harden over time. During the application of the mesotherapy method, the fat-dissolving and circulation-regulating drug mixtures injected into the region break down the deteriorated fat cells in the region and revitalize the lymphatic system. Regional thinning is achieved due to the elimination of deteriorated fat cells. At the same time, tightening and skin rejuvenation occur. Although the application of mesotherapy for regional thinning varies from person to person, it is usually performed in 8-12 sessions. The duration of the sessions, which are held once a week, is approximately 30 minutes.
In the lipolysis procedure; After a cooling spray is applied to the application area and the patient feels the pain at a minimum level, the PPC substance is injected through very fine-tipped syringes. The PPC substance is injected into areas with regional excess fat, aiming to melt these fats. With this procedure, it is expected that the body will increase the breakdown of fat similar to the natural form.
