PRP

WHAT IS PRP?

Platelet rich plasma (PRP) is concentrated blood plasma that contains approximately 3 to 5 times the number of platelets found in normal circulating blood. In addition, it contains platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF), vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), transforming growth factor (TGF) and other bioactive proteins that help in the rejuvenation of skin.
PRP is a facial rejuvenation treatment that uses your own plasma to stimulate collagen production and cell migration, allowing for the elimination of lines, folds, and wrinkles. Results from PRP therapy are natural looking and subtle, and they can last for as long as two years. What’s more, PRP is minimally invasive, has no risk of allergic reaction, and can be used to treat nearly any area of the body without risks of side-effects, making it ideal for patients who are not interested in or are not good candidates for injectable fillers.

HOW DOES PRP REJUVENATE THE SKIN?

The body cells which aid the tissue in healing and producing new cells are called Platelets. PRP is injected into targeted areas of the skin and then forms an environment which helps in growing collagen, regenerates the tissues and makes your skin smooth and tight. PRP softens wrinkles and creates skin texture and tone that is smoother, younger and better.

PRECAUTIONS FOR PRP TREATMENT FOR SKIN REJUVENATION

While PRP treatment engineers the total facial rejuvenation, there are certain checks which are to be made during and after the treatment.
• Patient’s faces are to be iced once the treatment is done to prevent any bruises or burns inflicted at the areas where the injections have been implemented
• While any irritation or swelling is only temporary, icing helps in reducing the chances of such events
• Those who have sensitive skin should have a session with the doctors to iron out any side effects before, during or after the treatment
• Sensitive or not, PRP treatment involves micro-needling procedures which can inflict swelling and may even cause infection. Hence, it is necessary to have ample breaks between the treatments to give sufficient self-healing time to skin
• Avoid taking any other pills/drugs without prescription for atleast 7-20 days post treatment and always keep your doctor informed about it
• Avoid doing any heavy work either at work or at home. It would be best to take a day off for a couple of days post treatment is done

PRP SKIN REJUVENATION TREATMENT PROCEDURE

The PRP treatment is a simple, safe procedure
• Blood is taken (just like any other blood test), and then spun in a centrifuge machine for around 8-10 minutes
• The whole procedure gets over in 20 minutes.
• The amount of blood taken from the body can be from 10ml to 30ml, based on the number of targeted areas to be treated.
• During the centrifugation process, the cells are separated the top layer of blood, fibrin, is extracted along with the rich platelets and re-injected into the targeted area.
EXPECTATIONS AFTER PRP TREATMENT PROCEDURE

• Bit Swelling :
• Temporary Bruises :
• No Infectious Side Effects :
• Advised to Avoid Heavy Work Load :
• Advised to Keep the Skin Hydrated :
RESULTS FOR PRP SKIN TREATMENT

It is ideal to undergo three treatments with a gap of four to six weeks in order to get the maximum output of PRP skin rejuvenation treatment. Post treatment, the first effect will appear in the first month when you will experience the improvement in the skin texture. Most of the collagen is reproduced in about 3 months after the treatment is finished. When that happens, one can experience youthfulness of skin which is amply lifted and has lesser wrinkles or lines. The effects of PRP treatment will stay up to a couple of years. However, it is suggested to visit your doctor at the end of year and discuss how the effects can be sustained for longer. Some people usually go for touch ups each year to keep their skin intact.

BENEFITS OF PRP SKIN REJUVENATION TREATMENT

• Non-Invasive :
• Quick :
• Long Lasting :
• All Natural :

PRP for Hair

Anyone experiencing hair loss is essentially a good candidate for PRP treatments, but those with early hair loss tend to respond best, says Sadick. Adds Zeichner: "PRP is best used for patients with androgenic alopecia, which is a genetically determined type of hair thinning that typically occurs along the top of the head." In women, this might look like a widening part with normal hair thickness at the back of the head.

The results.

For best results, consistency is key. Treatments are typically performed once a month for the first three to four months, and then every three to six months thereafter, depending on the individual patient's response and results. Following this protocol, anticipated results can first be seen within two to three months, says Sadick.

"The first result that patients usually note is decreased hair shedding, followed by early regrowth and increased length of hair," says Sadick. "The general consensus is that receiving treatments every three to six months on a long-term basis are optimal for continuing to stimulate the growth factors and stem cells that are associated with regrowth and stopping hair fallout."

It's important to keep in mind that PRP can, and should, be a part of a multifaceted program to treat hair thinning and loss. Your dermatologist may prescribe you spironolactone or finasteride to help promote hair regrowth as well if you are post-menopausal, says Zeichner. Topical treatments, like over-the-counter minoxidil treatments, like Rogaine foam or Evolis, can also be used.

Bottom line: While PRP treatments, which range in price from $750 to $1,000 per session depending on location, aren't necessarily an easy or quick fix, they are a medically and scientifically backed option for those struggling to find hair-loss solutions.