HAIR LOSS TREATMENT
MESOTHERAPY WITH MicronJet™
HAIR LOSS TREATMENT
Tiny microneedles that place hair-growth treatments right where they are needed
Dr. Chao offers mesotherapy with MicronJet™ in Vancouver. Mesotherapy is a way to place a small amount of a treatment into the top layers of the scalp. The treatment goes close to your hair follicles (the roots of your hair), instead of just sitting on the surface.
What makes it special is that it can be used with many different serums and medicines. This lets Dr. Chao build a plan that fits your hair loss.
"Meso" means middle. In mesotherapy, small amounts of a treatment are placed into the middle layers of the skin. For hair loss, this means the scalp.
What is MicronJet?
MicronJet is a device with very tiny microneedles. They are much shorter than the needles used for regular shots. The microneedles attach to a syringe. They place the treatment just under the surface of the scalp, close to the follicles.
What can be used with it?
One of the best parts of mesotherapy is choice. Many different treatments can be placed in the scalp with MicronJet. Some examples are:
✔ Hair-growth serums – serums made with ingredients that support hair follicles and scalp health.
✔ NCTF – a blend of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and other helpers for the skin and scalp.
✔ Dutasteride – a medicine that helps block DHT, the hormone that makes hair follicles shrink in pattern hair loss.
✔ Minoxidil – a medicine that is known to help hair grow and is often used on the scalp.
Which one is best for me?
There is no one best choice for everyone. The best serum or medicine for you depends on the cause of your hair loss, your health history, and your goals. Dr. Chao can help decide the most appropriate serum or medicine to use with mesotherapy at your cosmetic hair loss consultation.
Here’s how it works:
✔ Dr. Chao looks at your scalp and talks with you about your hair goals.
✔ Together you choose the serum or medicine that fits you best.
✔ The scalp is cleaned, and the treatment is placed in the scalp with the MicronJet microneedles.
✔ The treatment works close to your hair follicles to support healthier, thicker hair over time.
Mesotherapy with MicronJet is:
✔ Targeted – the treatment goes into the scalp, close to your hair follicles.
✔ Flexible – it can be used with different serums and medicines.
✔ Quick – there is little downtime, so you can go back to your day.
✔ Doctor-delivered – Dr. Chao does your treatment himself. It is not handed off to a nurse or technician.
✔ Made just for you – your plan is based on your hair loss, health history, and goals.
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For men and women – and for all skin tones.
Can
mesotherapy be paired with other treatments?
Yes. Many people use more than one treatment. Dr. Chao may suggest mesotherapy along with
FoLix™ laser,
KeraLase™,
microneedling with exosomes, or hair loss medicines you take at home. He will build a plan that fits you at your consultation.
FAQ
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is mesotherapy for hair loss?
Mesotherapy is a treatment that places small amounts of a serum or medicine into the top layers of the scalp. This puts the treatment close to your hair follicles, where it can do its job.
What is MicronJet?
MicronJet is a device with very tiny microneedles that attaches to a syringe. The needles are very short. They place the treatment just under the surface of the scalp.
What can be placed in the scalp with MicronJet?
Many things can be used. Examples include hair-growth serums, NCTF, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Dr. Chao will talk with you about the choices.
How do I know which serum or medicine is right for me?
That depends on you. It depends on the cause of your hair loss, your health history, and your goals. Dr. Chao can help decide the most appropriate serum or medicine to use with mesotherapy at your cosmetic hair consultation.
Who is a good fit for mesotherapy?
It may be a good fit for people with thinning hair who want a flexible treatment that can be made just for them. Not every type of hair loss is helped the same way. Dr. Chao will first check the cause of your hair loss and tell you if mesotherapy is right for you.
Does it hurt?
Most people feel mild discomfort. Some feel light pinching or pressure. Dr. Chao will talk with you about comfort options before you start.
How many treatments will I need?
Most people need a series of treatments. The number depends on how much hair loss you have, the serum or medicine used, how your scalp responds, and your goals. Dr. Chao will make a plan with you at your consultation.
When will I see results?
Hair grows slowly. With any hair loss treatment, it usually takes about 6 months to know if the treatment is helping. Please be patient. Dr. Chao will check on your progress along the way.
Are results guaranteed?
No. Every person responds in a different way. Results depend on things like your genes, the cause of your hair loss, how long you have had it, and how often you come in for treatment. Research on mesotherapy for hair loss is still growing, and there is not yet one standard way to do it. Dr. Chao focuses on honest, realistic plans based on science.
Will I need treatments to keep my results?
Usually, yes. Hair loss is often a long-term condition. Without ongoing care, hairs that got thicker may slowly get thinner again. Dr. Chao will tell you how often to come back for maintenance treatments.
Is there downtime?
There is very little. Your scalp may look pink, feel tender, or have small bumps or tiny spots of bleeding for a short time. Dr. Chao will give you simple care steps to follow at home. He will also tell you when it is okay to wash, color, or style your hair.
What are the risks or side effects?
Side effects are usually mild and short. They can include redness, swelling, tenderness, itching, small bruises, or tiny spots of bleeding. Rarely, there can be irritation, infection, or an allergic reaction. Medicines can also have their own side effects. Dr. Chao will go over your health history and the choice you make together, so you know what to watch for.
Are dutasteride and minoxidil approved to be used this way?
These medicines are approved for other uses, and doctors may use them in different ways based on research and experience. Dr. Chao will explain how the medicine would be used, what is known about it, and what the possible risks are. You can ask any questions you have at your consultation.
Who should not have mesotherapy?
Please tell Dr. Chao if you have an active scalp infection or open sores, a skin condition on your scalp, a bleeding problem, or you take blood thinners. Also tell him about all of your allergies and the medicines you take. Dr. Chao will decide if mesotherapy is safe for you.
How is mesotherapy different from microneedling with exosomes?
Both use tiny needles, but they work in different ways. Microneedling with exosomes makes tiny channels in the scalp, and the exosomes are placed on the surface so they can sink in. With MicronJet mesotherapy, the treatment is placed into the scalp. It can also be used with many different serums and medicines. Dr. Chao will talk with you about which one fits you best.
How is mesotherapy different from FoLix™ or KeraLase™?
FoLix and KeraLase use lasers and do not use needles. Mesotherapy with MicronJet uses tiny microneedles. Some people do well with one, and some do well with more than one. Doing well with one does not mean you will respond the same way to another. Dr. Chao will help you choose.
Can I have mesotherapy while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Mesotherapy is not recommended if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Dutasteride in particular should not be used in these cases. Please tell Dr. Chao at your consultation.
How much does it cost? Is it covered by MSP?
This is a cosmetic treatment, so it is not covered by the BC Medical Services Plan (MSP). The cost depends on the serum or medicine used and your treatment plan. Book a cosmetic hair loss consultation with Dr. Chao to learn more.
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