PRP Facial Rejuvenation

Patients will begin noticing improvements in skin within one week following treatment, with results progressively improving over the next 6 to 12 months, with the majority of benefits reached within 6 months.  It is recommended that patients receive 3-4 treatments spaced at 4-6 week intervals. The results of PRP facial rejuvenation are long term with most patients receiving touch up treatments once a year to further stimulate collagen production and continued facial rejuvenation. 

• Mild injection site pain

• Itching

• Pinpoint bleeding

• Bruising

• Swelling or redness can occur but typically resolves within a week 

• Other risks include possible infection

Patients should not receive PRP when they have any of the following:

• Active infection

• Pregnant and/or breastfeeding

• Low platelet count or anemia

• Cancer or metastatic disease

• Taking blood thinners or chronic use of NSAIDs

PRP Facial Rejuvenation is a relatively simple process and takes about an hour to complete. Treatment involves microneedling and/or injections, depending on desired results. 

1. Your nurse will apply a topical numbing cream to the treatment area to minimize discomfort during treatment. 

2. We will collect your blood

3. We will place the tube(s) of blood in a device that spins at high speeds to separate red blood cells from the plasma and platelets.

4. The PRP will be drawn into syringe(s) for treatment

5. Your nurse will clean your face and begin treatment

Prior to treatment: 

• Stop taking all medications and supplements that increase risk for bleeding (NSAIDS, fish oil, and blood thinners). Please consult your doctor before discontinuing any prescribed medications.

• Avoid alcohol 48 hours prior to treatment.

• It is imperative that you adequately hydrate the week prior to treatment. 

• Protection from UV exposure is of the utmost importance in order to protect it from forming undesirable pigmentation.

• Hydration is also essential!

• Avoid extremes in temperature for the first 24-48 hours (i.e. saunas, hot showers, ice packs, etc.)

• Avoid taking NSAIDS, fish oil, and other medications/supplements that increase risk of bleeding/bruising

• Avoid smoking, drinking alcohol, and caffeine 

• No make-up for 24 hours

• Do not wash face for 8 hours following treatment

• Do not swim or undertake any strenuous activity as it could lead to further irritation

• Do not touch treatment area, except for gentle cleansing  

• Do not undergo any other cosmetic procedures for 4 weeks after treatment (i.e. chemical peels, laser treatments, etc.)