Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)

About platelet rich plasma

We have the option of micro-needling or injections to apply a patient’s own platelet solution (PRP) for added growth factor. Great improvement can be seen with wrinkles, fine lines, post-acne scars, post-traumatic scars, surgery scars, skin resurfacing, and skin rejuvenation. It has been shown to increase cell proliferation by as much as 800%! This is the most effective treatment for the price. The most common areas treated are in the face, neck, chest, and hands.

What to Expect

The Process is - SAFE and Physiologically Active.

Preparation is simple and quick and completed on our premises in the appointment time.
It can be used in multiple areas for facial rejuvenation.
Persons between the ages of 25 and 80 years are the most eligible candidates.
Almost all skin tones show that the process is safe and effective because your own enriched plasma is used, but not all grades of wrinkling can be improved.
Patient selection is important if predictable results are to be expected.

Post Treatment Instructions

Do not touch, press, rub or manipulate the treated area (s) for at least 8 hours after your treatment.
AVOID Asprin, Motrin, Ibuprofen, Aleve (all non-steroidal and steroidal anti-inflammatory agents), Gingko Biloba, Garlic, Flax oil, Cod Liver Oil, Vitamin A, Vitamin E, or any other essential fatty acids at least 3 days - 1 week prior to and after your treatments. Remember, we are creating inflammation.
If you experience discomfort or pain you may take Tylenol or other Acetaminophen products.
You may apply ice if you wish to the injected area for 20 - 30 minutes after the procedure.
Do not wash or take a shower for at least 6 hours after your treatment.
Do not use any lotions, creams, or make-up for at least 6 hours after your treatment.
AVOID vigorous exercise, sun, and heat exposure for at least 1 week after your treatment.
AVOID Alcohol, caffeine, and cigarettes for 3 days before and after your treatment.
Smokers do not heal well and problems recur earlier and results may take longer.
Maintain a healthy diet and Drink at least 64 oz's water the day of the treatment (Fiji water is recommended due to its high content of Silica) continue water intake the first week after.
It is normal to experience: bruising, redness, itching, soreness, and swelling that may last from 3 - 10 days following your procedure.

Please call our office should you have any questions or concerns regarding your PRP treatment or aftercare.

Side Effects of PRP Facial Rejuvenation

Side effects are Minimal: Generally, you can expect minimal swelling, bruising, and redness for 12-24 hours, but it may last longer. This is not a problem. All individuals heal at different rates.

Expectations for - PRP

Results are visible at 3 weeks and improve gradually over ensuing months with improvement in texture and tone.
Cosmeceuticals and Light therapies can enhance the results
Advanced wrinkling cannot be reversed and a minimal improvement is predictable in persons with drug, alcohol, and tobacco usage.
Severe scarring may or may not respond.

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Before and after image of a woman after going through PRP microneedling.

FAQ's

This procedure is effective in reducing fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, hyperpigmentation, and pore size all while stimulating collagen and elastin at a faster rate than average. The growth factors in a higher concentration that would normally be found in an injury, induces extra collagen, and new cells, and increase the normal vascularity of the skin. This has a profound effect on the look of our skin. The growth factors, mesenchymal stem cells, cytokines, platelets, and other healing components in the PRP serum enter the puncture wounds (via micro-needling) into the lower layers of the skin. Here, they act on the collagen and elastin and induce the layer to produce more cells quickly. The skin can also use the PRP elements as building blocks to rebuild the tissies faster.

Hair: We may either numb the scalp using topical numbing or nerve blocks and this is a client preference. The blood draw is performed, the sample is centrifuged, and PRP is isolated. This product is drawn up in 1ml syringes and directly injected into the scalp. Appointment time is 1/2 hour to 1 hour.
Face: We use a topical numbing agent and perform a blood draw and centrifuge to isolate the PRP. Once the product is isolated provider and client will determine if any direct injection will be performed or if micro-needling alone will be the application

Your practitioner will assess the degree of skin aging, perform a skin analysis, and recommend a sensible treatment with a reasonable outcome.
Options for facial rejuvenation are explained to you, including efficacy and safety. Cost analysis is discussed as the number of sessions possibly required.
A photograph of the skin is taken to assist in the follow-up and grading of the improvement
A topical numbing agent may be used
Prior to treatment a blood sample of 20 - 120ml is extracted from the patient. This blood is placed in the centrifuge for about 15 minutes. When centrifugation is complete your plasma will be separated from your red blood cells. The rich platelets are extracted and prepared for injection.
The PRP is then injected into the skin. Platelets gradually increase collagen which can increase skin thickness and overall health of the skin.
This process and injection time takes approximately 45 minutes - 1 hour in total.

Post-Treatment Instructions

Please carefully read and follow these instructions after your PRP treatment. There are minimal restrictions after your PRP injections allowing you to return to your daily activities almost immediately.

Do NOT touch, press, rub or manipulate the treated area (s) for at least 8 hours after your treatment.

Avoid asprin,

Platelet Rich Plasma – PRP