Platelet-Rich Plasma
What is Platelet-Rich Plasma?
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment is a regenerative procedure that uses concentrated platelets from your own blood to support the body’s natural tissue repair processes.
Platelets contain growth factors involved in tissue healing and cell signalling. By concentrating these platelets and introducing them into targeted areas, PRP may help improve certain skin concerns and support hair growth in suitable patients.
Platelet-Rich Plasma is a form of regenerative medicine and an injectable utilizing the client’s platelets. Plasma is a component of your blood containing proteins which help your blood to clot and support cell growth. PRP is produced by isolating the plasma from your blood and concentrating it.
How does Platelet-Rich Plasma work?
Prior to the treatment, about 10-30mL of your blood will be withdrawn and centrifuged for 8 to 10 minutes. Once centrifuged, the cells would’ve separated enough to allow the rich platelet concentrate, allowing the platelets to be separated from the rest of the collected fluid.
When Platelet-Rich Plasma is injected into damaged tissues, your body is stimulated to grow new, healthy cells and in turn, promote healing. Since the prepared Plasma is more concentrated, it is thought that injected PRP will help to heal your injured areas much faster, including hair follicles, scarred areas, joints and more!
While popular among athletes, Plasma is also used to stimulate the production of fibroblast cells, which are responsible for collagen creation. The results? Thickening and tightening of your skin, smoothing out wrinkles and fine lines. Platelet-Rich Plasma treatments are also amazing for improving your overall skin texture and tone, making them ideal for rosacea or acne treatment
Benefits of Platelet-Rich Plasma
- Faster healing
- Minimal downtime
- Promotes healing/ growth
- Improve complexion
- Improve skin texture
- Restore lost facial volume
- Total rejuvenation
- Natural cosmetic injectable
- Long-lasting results
- Treats delicate & difficult-to-reach areas
- Very safe treatment
Frequently Asked Question
Patients may experience mild discomfort during blood collection and PRP injections. The level of discomfort depends on the treatment area and individual pain tolerance.
PRP generally involves limited downtime, although some patients may experience temporary redness, swelling, tenderness or bruising at the treatment site.
These effects often improve within a few days. Recovery time depends on the treatment area and whether PRP is combined with other procedures.
The PRP procedure may take approximately 20-30 minutes, depending on the treatment area and technique.
An initial course of approximately 4-6 sessions, spaced 4–6 weeks apart, may be recommended depending on the patient’s condition and treatment goals.
The number of sessions and need for maintenance treatments will be determined after medical assessment.
PRP may help improve hair density and reduce shedding in some patients with pattern hair loss. However, effectiveness depends on the cause and severity of hair loss, follicle health and individual response.
Plasma is also used for…
- Acne & Acne Scars
- Wrinkles & Lines
- Reduced Redness
- Joint Problem
- Reduced Pore Size
- Plump & Smoother Skin
- Melasma / Pigmentation / Age Spot / Whitening
- Increased Hair Growth
- Reduced Dark Eye Circle
