Regional Slimming (Mesolipolysis): What is it, How is it applied and Effective Results
Regional slimming is a treatment method that aims to melt the fat accumulated in certain areas of the body and achieve a more shaped and thin appearance. Mesolipolysis (lipolysis mesotherapy) is one of these treatment methods and provides the breakdown of fat by injecting a special mixture into the areas where fat accumulations are located. Specialist Dr. Hatice Coşkun Güngördü, a dermatologist in Adana, helps her patients make their body contours thinner and get rid of unwanted fat with the mesolipolysis method. In this article, you can find detailed information about what the mesolipolysis method is, how it is applied, and who it is suitable for.
1. What is Mesolipolysis?
Mesolipolysis is a mesotherapy method that breaks down fat cells with special substances injected under the skin and provides regional thinning in the body. This process helps reduce fat tissue and improve body contours by shrinking fat cells. Mesolipolysis is used as an effective method to target unwanted fat accumulations in the body and provide thinning in areas resistant to diet and exercise.
2. In Which Areas Can Mesolipolysis Be Applied?
Mesolipolysis is used especially in areas where there are stubborn fat accumulations that cannot be eliminated with diet and exercise. This method provides effective results in the following areas of the body:
- Abdominal and waist area
- Hip and buttocks
- Inner and outer legs
- Inner arms
- Jowl area
- Back and shoulders
By melting the fat accumulated in these areas, body lines become more distinct and the desired slim appearance is achieved.
3. How Does Mesolipolysis Work?
In mesolipolysis treatment, a mixture of various substances that help break down fat cells is applied under the skin with micro injections. This mixture helps break down fat cells by weakening their membranes and then being naturally eliminated by the body. The injections initiate a local dissolution in the area where the fat cells are located, allowing the fat tissue to thin out.
Injectable Substances
The solution used in mesolipolysis treatment contains various substances that target fat cells. The most commonly used substances are:
- Phosphatidylcholine: It weakens the membrane of fat cells and allows fat to break down.
- Deoxycholic Acid: It is a compound that is effective in breaking down fat cells.
- L-carnitine: It helps burn fat by accelerating fat metabolism.
These substances are injected under the skin and melt the fat cells, allowing them to be expelled through the body's natural lymphatic system.
4. How is Mesolipolysis Applied?
Mesolipolysis treatment is a fast and comfortable procedure performed by a specialist doctor in a clinical environment. The procedure usually takes between 30-60 minutes and is performed with the following steps:
Examination and Evaluation
First, the area to be treated and the targeted results are determined. Specialist Dr. Hatice Coşkun Güngördü creates a personalized treatment plan by taking into account the needs and expectations of her patients.
Injection Preparation
The area to be treated is sterilized and can be numbed with local anesthetic creams. This ensures that you do not feel any discomfort during the procedure.
Injection Application
Mesolipolysis solution is injected into the areas where the targeted fat deposits are located with the help of thin needles. These injections target the fat cells under the skin and cause the fat tissue to shrink.
Post-Treatment Care
After the procedure, the area can be lightly massaged and patients can usually return to their daily lives immediately. There may be slight swelling, redness or bruising, but these side effects will go away on their own within a few days.
5. Mesolipolysis Treatment AvaWhat are the benefits?
Mesolipolysis offers many advantages as an effective treatment method used for regional thinning and fat melting. The main advantages of mesolipolysis treatment are:
- No surgical intervention required: Unlike surgical methods such as liposuction, mesolipolysis is a minimally invasive procedure and the recovery period is very short.
- Fast results: After mesolipolysis treatment, visible results are usually achieved within a few weeks. It is noticeable that stubborn fat deposits are reduced.
- Personalized application: Mesolipolysis can be personalized according to the needs and body structure of each patient. Areas with fat accumulation are targeted.
- Fast recovery process: After mesolipolysis, patients can usually return to work and daily activities the same day.
- Natural results: The body naturally thins and fat is gradually eliminated from the body, providing a natural and healthy appearance.
6. Who is Mesolipolysis Suitable For?
Mesolipolysis is an ideal treatment option for people who do not have a weight problem but have fat accumulation in certain areas. Individuals with fat accumulation that cannot be eliminated with diet and exercise can benefit from mesolipolysis. However, mesolipolysis treatment is not a treatment for obesity and may not be suitable for people with serious health problems.
Who are Suitable Candidates?
- Those with localized fat accumulation: People with excess fat accumulation in areas such as the abdomen, waist, hips, and buttocks.
- Those with stable body weight: Individuals who do not have an excessive weight problem and maintain their general body weight.
- Those who lead a healthy lifestyle: People who exercise regularly and have a healthy diet can achieve more permanent results from mesolipolysis treatment.
Who Is It Not Suitable For?
Mesolipolysis may not be suitable in some cases. This treatment method is not recommended in the following cases:
- Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers
- Those with serious liver or kidney disease
- Those with bleeding disorders or clotting problems
- Those with active skin infection at the injection site
A detailed evaluation should be made with a specialist doctor before starting treatment.
7. What are the Side Effects and Risks of Mesolipolysis Treatment?
Although Mesolipolysis is a safe treatment method, some mild side effects can occur. These side effects are usually temporary and disappear within a few days after the procedure. Common side effects that may be experienced after mesolipolysis include:
- Swelling and redness: Mild swelling or redness may occur at the injection site.
- Bruising: Bruising may occur at the injection sites due to needle applications.
- Mild pain: Some patients may feel mild pain or tenderness in the injection site after the procedure.
These side effects usually go away on their own within a few days, and patients can quickly return to their normal activities.
8. What Should Be Considered After Mesolipolysis Treatment?
The recovery process after mesolipolysis treatment is rapid and patients can return to their daily lives in a short time. However, it is important to follow some recommendations to get the maximum benefit from the treatment. Uzm. Dr. Hatice Coşkun Güngördü lists the points to be considered after mesolipolysis as follows:
- Drink plenty of water: Make sure to drink at least 2 liters of water a day to help naturally remove fat from the body.
- Apply massage: Gently massaging the injection site can speed up the process of breaking down fat.
- Exercise regularly: Light exercises can help make the treatment results permanent.
- Eat healthy: You can maintain your results with a healthy and balanced diet after treatment.
- Protect from the sun: Protect your skin from the sun after the procedure to prevent possible skin irritations.prevent it.
9. Differences Between Mesolipolysis and Liposuction
Mesolipolysis is a non-surgical fat melting method and is generally preferred as an alternative to surgical methods such as liposuction. The main differences between mesolipolysis and liposuction are:
- Does not require surgical intervention: Mesolipolysis does not require large surgical incisions like liposuction. Since it is a minimally invasive method, the recovery process is faster.
- Offers natural results: Mesolipolysis allows the body to naturally slim down by gradually melting fat.
- Fast recovery: While the recovery period is longer in liposuction, patients can usually return to their normal lives on the same day after mesolipolysis.
- Effective in smaller areas: Mesolipolysis is suitable for localized fat accumulations, while liposuction is used to treat larger fat accumulations.
Adana’da Uzm. Dr. Hatice Coşkun Güngördü offers effective regional thinning solutions to her patients with mesolipolysis treatment. You can contact our clinic to get rid of stubborn fat deposits and shape your body lines with mesolipolysis.