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malphigian layer
The deepest layer of the
epidermis, from which the outer layers develop.
matrix
See hair matrix.
megahertz (MHz)
One million cycles per
second. Used especially as a radio-frequency unit. Also called a
megacycle.
melanin
The coloring pigment of
the hair, skin and eye.
melanocyte
An epidermal cell capable
of synthesizing melanin.
mesoderm
The middle embryonic germ
layer, lying between the ectoderm and the endoderm, from which
connective tissue, muscle, bone, and the urogenital and circulatory
systems develop.
metabolism
The complex of physical
and chemical processes occurring within a living cell or organism that
are necessary for the maintenance of life. In metabolism some substances
are broken down to yield energy for vital processes while other
substances, necessary for life, are synthesized.
MHz
See megahertz.
milliammeter
A device capable of
current measurement in milliamperes. Also milliamperemeter.
milliampere
A unit of current equal to
one thousandth (10-3) of an ampere. Also milliamp.
mitosis
The process in cell
division by which the nucleus divides, typically consisting of four
stages, prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase, and normally
resulting in two new nuclei, each of which contains a complete copy of
the parental chromosomes.
modality
In electrolysis treatment,
the reference to each of the differing therapeutic methods of permanent
hair removal: galvanic electrolysis, thermolysis, the blend.
multiple needle
galvanic electrolysis
In response to the slow
treatment time required for galvanic treatment (approximately 2
minutes), multiple needle devices were developed. In clinical use,
typically 16 needles, each connected to its own needle holder, are
inserted into separate hair follicles for multiple follicle treatment
occurring simultaneously. The many wires/needleholders are suspended
from a rack above the treatment area. Due to the inherent difficulties
in managing this treatment method in clinical use, multiple needle
galvanic treatment is not widely used.
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