Mesotherapie is a true European therapy for reducing inches or rejuvenating the skin.  Originally pioneered in the 1950s by French physician Dr. Michel Pistor, is the painless injection of vitamins, minerals, medications, and amino acids placed just under the surface of the skin. Mesotherapie has a variety of applications including weight and cellulite reduction; face and neck rejuvenation.  Therefore, the injected solution is individually prepared depending on its purpose. Unlike other medical treatments, mesotherapie is administered directly to the desired area. This limits side-effects, reduces the possibility of drug interactions, and allows for a substantial reduction in the amount of medicine utilized for each procedure.

Mesotherapie Applications:

Weight Reduction
For those patients seeking weight reduction, mesotherapie is a revolutionary and essential tool. This is how it works: the biology of the fat cell is modified by blocking the signals of fat accumulation and  simultaneously triggering the release of stored fat. Again, the desired area of treatment can be patient specific, targeting your most problematic areas.   Lose inches from targeted areas.  One treatment is all that is required to rid yourself of that double chin or fat deposits under the eyes.  Over time, you can reduce the size of any body part even when diet and exercise is failing to make a difference.

Additionally, a dietary and nutrient evaluation will help you maintain your weight reduction goals.  The Longevity Centre of Houston specializes in medical weight loss, whether it be lifestyle, hormonal, metabolism or food allergies causing weight problems.  They have customized programs to fit your individual needs.

Cellulite Reduction
Cellulite affects the majority of women over the age 20. It  is caused by poor circulation, fat herniation, a weakening of connective tissues, lymphatic congestion and hormonal imbalances. Cellulite is classified into four stages, based upon its appearance while standing, laying, and pinching the skin. Causing a dimpling and cottage cheese appearance of the skin, cellulite is not a disease of excess weight. Mesotherapie treatment is targeted to correct these problems by improving circulation, strengthening connective tissues, and dissolving excess fat.

Face and Neck Rejuvenation / Meso-Lift and Meso-Glow
Aging, sagging and wrinkling of the skin occurs from accumulation of fat, loss of skin elasticity and excessive free radical damage. Using antioxidants and amino acids, mesotherapie can remove fat from under the neck, remove free radical damage, tighten loose skin and soften nasal labial folds (the groove that runs from the nose to the corner of the mouth).  It also compliments dermal fillers in these areas. The effects rejuvenate the face, eyelids and neck without the unnatural appearance and painful recovery of surgical face lifting.  This is a wonderful treatment for fine lines around eyes and lips.  Treatments are usually spaced two weeks apart for up to six months for optimal results - which is to eradicate wrinkles altogether.  The results last anywhere from six months to two years or longer.

Body Sculpting
Contouring of the abdomen, arms, back, legs and hands can be obtained with mesotherapie. Vitamins and amino acids are used to tighten sagging skin while other agents are used to remove areas of fat, restoring a more youthful and athletic appearance to the body's contours.

Frequently Asked Questions for Fat/Cellulite Reduction:

How much does mesotherapie cost?
Mesotherapie treatments cost from $350-$600 per area per treatment depending on the type of mesotherapie.  Consultations run from $75 to $150.  A treatment area is defined as the abdomen, thighs, arms, etc. Smaller areas such as the face and neck are priced accordingly.

How many treatments are required?
Generally, for inch loss, the average patient requires three to ten treatments.  However thin people with problem areas such as "love handles" or "saddlebags" may require less, whereas larger individuals may require more.  Skin rejuvenation requires six treatments

What are the side effects?
Side effects are generally limited to bruising and swelling.  The bruises usually fade within two weeks.  We have products that can dissipate bruises in a shorter time frame.  Lymphatic drainage sessions are recommended before and after a session to reduce the swelling time.

Can anyone receive mesotherapie treatments?
Anyone with the following conditions, should not be treated with mesotherapie:
   - Pregnant/Lactating Women
   - Insulin Dependent / Out of Control Diabetic
   - Recently Diagnosed Stroke, Heart Failure
   - Recently Diagnosed Kidney Insufficiency/Failure
   - Active Cancer
   - Liver Cirrhosis
   - Known Allergies to Injection Ingredients (allergy test given)
   - Active Skin Condition (herpes, eczema, cold sores, etc.)

Can I go back to work after the treatment?
Yes.  The procedure generally takes 30 minutes and requires no preparation or recovery time. Furthermore, no heavy bandages or girdles are used. Ace bandages may be used to reduce swelling.

Are the treatments painful?
The majority of patients experience minimal discomfort with mesotherapie.  For those with lower pain thresholds, a numbing cream or painkillers can be used.

How long do the benefits last?
Treatment areas will remain free of unwanted fat as long as the patient maintains a healthy diet and exercise. Treatments for cellulite will require maintenance on a six month to one year basis.  Hormone balancing can help make your results long lasting.

How many treatments are required before I see results?
It depends on the patient's body.  Some patients see results after one treatment session while others may require four to five treatments before beginning to see results.  Often the patient's clothing will become looser and friends and family will tell the patient they appear thinner.  However, mesotherapie is more about losing inches than losing large amounts of weight.

How many treatments will I need?
It will vary based on your personal treatment goals, medical recommendations, and areas of the body and extent of the cellulite/fat/skin/weight to be treated. The number of visits ranges from approximately five to fifteen. Long-term weight loss from exogenous obesity may require weekly treatment for several months, personalized to the client's specific goals, supported by daily exercise, diet management, and personalized vitamin supplements.

Is mesotherapie different from liposuction?
Yes, it is very different.  Besides involving no anesthesia and surgical risk, mesotherapie requires no recovery time.  Mesotherapie also removes the fat from the fat cell without destroying it.  We believe this helps give mesotherapie its natural appearance.  Also, if you gain weight after having mesotherapie, the fat will simply return to the treated area, unlike liposuction, where fat can start to occur in places that had been thin in the past, such as the arms, neck, face, and calves.

How do I make an appointment?
You can call our office at 713-522-4037 to schedule a consultation or click the link below to schedule your appointment online.

Frequently Asked Questions for
Skin Rejuvenation:

I've never heard of MesoLift/Glow
Not many practitioners perform mesotherapie in the United States.  It has long been used in France for the correction and prevention of wrinkles.  As a medical aesthetician, it has become my most popular rejuvenation therapy having the highest friend referral rate of any treatment we offer.

What is the difference between MesoLift and MesoGlow?
MesoLift is a series of injections into each wrinkle you want treated.  The needle is extremely short, only 4mm long.
MesoGlow, also referred to as Nappage, is a series of micro injections put mid-way down into the skin.  Not deep enough to draw blood, but enough get nourishment to the skin.  A series of droplets are put into and on top of the skin to start the rejuvenation process.  MesoGlow can be used to cover the entire skin surface and in areas where injections are not possible such as the upper and lower eyelids.

How much does mesotherapie cost?
Mesotherapie skin rejuvenation treatments cost from $75-$600 per area, per treatment, depending on the area and type of mesotherapie, MesoGlow or MesoLift.  Consultations run from $75 to $150 and are waived if you receive the treatment.  A treatment area is defined as either the eyes, mouth, full face, neck, décolleté, hands, etc.  Small areas with only a few injection points are priced accordingly.

How many treatments are required?
Generally, for the rejuvenation of your skin, the average patient requires six treatments.  However, if your lines are very deep, additional treatments may be needed.  After each treatment, you will notice continued improvement in your wrinkles and the quality of your skin.  Your skin feels tighter, more hydrated and the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines start to fade quickly.

What are the side effects?
Side effects are generally limited to bruising and swelling.  The bruises usually fade within one week.  We have products that can dissipate bruises in a shorter time frame. 

Can anyone receive mesotherapie treatments?
Anyone with the following conditions, should not be treated with mesotherapie:
   - Pregnant/Lactating Women
   - Insulin Dependent / Out of Control Diabetic
   - Recently Diagnosed Stroke, Heart Failure
   - Recently Diagnosed Kidney Insufficiency/Failure
   - Active Cancer
   - Liver Cirrhosis
   - Known Allergies to Injection Ingredients (allergy test given)
   - Active Skin Condition (herpes, eczema, cold sores, etc.)

Can I go back to work after the treatment?
Yes.  However, you will have mild swelling and a slight redness to the skin immediately post procedure that should dissipate after 12 hours, but it can last as long as three days.  It is at your discretion if you should go back to work that day.  You must avoid heat for eight hours after a treatment as it tends to cause a throbbing sensation to the treated area.

Are the treatments painful?
The majority of patients experience minimal to moderate discomfort with MesoLift injections.  A slight burning sensation is felt during the injections.  A numbing cream is applied topically prior to the procedure.  Additional painkillers can be used for those with low pain thresholds. 

There is no discomfort with the MesoGlow application when a topical anesthetic is applied.

How long do the benefits last?
The benefits of mesotherapie skin rejuvenation can be long lasting.  If you wear your sunblock on a daily basis, eat right, take care of yourself, the affects can last more than a year.  Others may need a booster treatment in six months.

How many treatments are required before I see results?
It depends on the patient's skin.  The majority of patients start to see results after one treatment session while others will see noticeable results after three treatments.  The affects are not as long lasting until a series of six treatments has been completed.

How are mesotherapie injections different from Botox ^®  injections?
Botox^® is a toxin that is injected directly into the muscle area which essentially paralyzes the muscle.  When you stop using the muscle the skin is prevented from being creased and thereby allows the wrinkle to smooth out.  However, Botox^® inevitable wears off over time and must be repeated every three to six months.  Mesotherapie actually rejuvenates the skin making Botox^® less necessary.  Our Botox^® patients claim that their Botox^® lasts longer when used with mesotherapie.  However, it is not that the Botox^® last longer, they actually don't need it as much, if at all, as the skin has been rejuvenated and is firmer and healthier.

What are the components of MesoLift/Glow injections?
Supplementation is an important aspect of health and skin care as it can often provide elements that your body is lacking. Supplements can contribute to an overall program that can help the skin from the inside out. However, if your nutritional internal absorption is impaired or the vascular circulation in your skin is compromised from age, smoking, sun damage, etc., then injecting nourishing compounds may be exactly what your skin needs.  It can greatly enhance your body's ability to rejuvenate your skin in a much shorter time period.

The solution is comprised of FDA approved ingredients that are used off-label.  Your skin naturally contains these ingredients, but in higher quantities when you were younger.  We inject these compounds directly into the skin to quickly rejuvenate it.  Our mesotherapie solution is comprised of the following compounds:

• Hyaluronic Acid
  - Your cells had an abundant amount of this when you were young, it is what gives children that nice plump look to their skin
  - It binds more than 1000x its weight in water to help hydrate the skin
  - Smokers and former smokers are low in hyaluronic acid
• DMAE or dimethylaminoethanol
  - improves cellular function
  - firms and tightens the skin
• Trace elements
  - Calcium, magnesium, copper, zinc, selenium and a little research shows that those minerals and trace elements have anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory effects on the skin.  The skin is soft and remains hydrated for a number of days after your first treatment.
  - Trace elements help to provide softer skin, more hydrated, more elastic and a reduction in the appearance of wrinkles.
• B-complex vitamins
  - The term B-complex usually refers to a group of vitamins that includes vitamins B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B5 (pantothenate), B6 (pyridoxine), B12 (cyancobalamine) and folate.
  - deficiencies of some vitamins and minerals are particularly detrimental to the skin and may result in skin diseases and/or accelerated aging. While severe vitamin/mineral deficiencies are rare in the developed countries, mild deficiencies are surprisingly common. To maximize the effects of any skin rejuvenation program, mesotherapie provides adequate amounts of vitamins and minerals directly into the skin where it is needed.
• Alpha lipoic acid
  - Lipoic acid is a well-known natural substance found in certain foods and also produced in the human body. It has an impressive array of potentially beneficial mechanisms of action:
  • Lipoic acid is a potent and versatile antioxidant being bot fat and water soluble.  It can penetrate virtually every cell in the body.
  •  It is a co-factor in a key biochemical pathway responsible for energy production in the cells (citric acid cycle).
  • It inhibits cross-linking which is the formation of chemical bridges between proteins or other large molecules. Cross-linking contributed to the aging process by causing hardening of arteries, wrinkling of the skin and stiffening of joints.
  • It has moderate anti-inflammatory effect.
  • Finally, it has a capacity, albeit a modest one, to neutralize and remove from the body a variety of toxic metals.
• Lidocaine
  - Used as an anesthetic for injection points

How do I make an appointment?
You may call our office at 713-522-4037.