PRP in Fullerton
PRP, or platelet-rich plasma therapy, is a procedure that begins with microneedling followed by the application of platelet-rich plasma derived from a sample of your own blood.
RF microneedling stimulates collagen production, and the platelet-rich plasma boosts this effect. This innovative procedure uses your own blood to aid in the healing process. Contact The Aesthetic Plan in Fullerton today for a consultation and to renew your skin.
PRP therapy is the use of your blood’s own platelet-rich plasma to aid in healing. Because platelets aid in blood clotting, they maximize healing of the tiny controlled injuries caused by RF microneedling. PRP is plasma in which the concentration of platelets is higher than in the rest of the blood. This platelet-rich plasma has been shown to improve the effectiveness of the RF microneedling process. It is effective in treating acne scars, fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, and other types of skin damage.
PRP enhances collagen and elastin production deeper in the skin. The growth factors called cytokines help the skin tissue regenerate itself. PRP reduces fine lines and wrinkles and can visibly improve skin discoloration, acne scarring, large pores, and uneven skin texture.
PRP can also help reduce the look of stretch marks. This minimally invasive cosmetic procedure stimulates collagen production to promote better skin elasticity. Because it uses your own blood platelets, there is little chance of infection or adverse reactions. The hyper-healing cells in the platelet-rich plasma help give you beautiful, glowing skin.
PRP is an amazing treatment that can help a variety of problems. The best candidates for PRP are people who are generally healthy and have realistic expectations of the results they can achieve. Patients who are bothered by fine lines and wrinkles, stretch marks, sun damage, age spots, enlarged pores, or acne scars can benefit from PRP. You are a good candidate for PRP if you want to revitalize your look without surgery. Those with blood conditions or anemia are advised not to have this facial rejuvenation therapy. We will talk with you about your goals and medical history to ensure we provide the safest and most effective treatment for you.
When you arrive at our office, a member of our professional staff will take a vial of your blood and place it in a centrifuge. The centrifuge spins the blood and separates it into different layers. This separates the platelet-rich plasma from the other parts of the blood. PRP contains proteins and growth factors such as vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and others, which aid the body in healing. We then perform a RF microneedling procedure to make tiny micro-punctures in your skin. Next, we apply your PRP to the treatment area, where it is deeply absorbed through the channels created by microneedling, and let it set for 30 minutes. This encourages collagen production and cell reproduction in the skin. The whole procedure takes approximately one hour.
Results from PRP therapy only get more noticeable with time. Over time, your acne scars and fine lines and wrinkles will diminish, your skin tone will even out, and your pores will shrink.
With regular treatment, these issues will continue to get better. PRP treatment can even help reduce problematic surgical scars. The more PRP therapy you have, the better your results.
It is important to follow the aftercare instructions we provide you after the procedure. Recovery from PRP therapy is relatively quick. There may be some redness and possible swelling from the procedure, and some patients experience soreness. As your skin heals itself, your results will begin to show.
There is very little discomfort associated with the PRP treatment. However, if you are susceptible to pain, we can apply a numbing cream or local anesthetic before the procedure.
For best results, you should have PRP treatment once every four to six weeks.
You should watch for bleeding or bruising at the site of collection, pain, swelling, or redness.
Yes, it is, unfortunately, due to a lack of public awareness. PRP treatments have an excellent track record, and like other treatments with excellent track records, they will become less controversial with time.