PRP Therapy (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
Boca Raton, Palm Beach Florida
Cutting edge medicine is now utilizing the body’s own cells to facilitate natural processes to heal itself. Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy is an exciting treatment with a multitude of uses. PRP extracts healing factors from the body and reintroduces them into specific body parts to promote healing, and cellular growth.
In order to appreciate how PRP therapy works, it is important to have a basic understanding of the human blood. Our blood is made up of a liquid, called plasma, filled with small solid components of red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets. The platelets work as important clotting factors at wound sites, helping to stop bleeding and establish a clot, essentially plugging a whole at the site of a bleed. In addition, the platelets contain many proteins known as growth factors which are important in cellular healing. The platelet derived growth factors help regenerate cells within the body.
The objective behind PRP therapy is to increase the platelet count in a wounded or damaged area in order to accelerate the body’s own healing process and facilitate cell rejuvenation. Over the last two decades, scientists have studied the effects of platelet rich plasma therapy to regenerate tissue and promote healing.
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To learn about prp therapy, please read the guide below or contact Ennis Plastic Surgery at 561-266-4344 to book a consultation or ask us a question. We are here to help you get the look you desire.
At Ennis Plastic Surgery, our expert clinicians utilize PRP Therapy in order to address the following conditions:
- Hair restoration
- Revision and healing from acne and other scars
- Healing
PRP is appropriate for any candidate looking to rebuild collagen or stimulate new cell growth.
In order to utilize the body’s own plasma, first blood is collected from the patient. The amount of blood collected is similar to what would be collected during a routine blood test. The collected blood sample is placed in a centrifuge, which spins the blood at a very fast rate. The centrifuge separates the various blood components. This separation process collects all of the concentrated platelets together. Then the high concentration of platelets is combined with the patient’s own blood, and concoction is the treatment medium. Depending on the goal of the PRP therapy, the platelets are introduced into the body through various expert injections.
PRP Blood Facial
The blood facial is performed using a microneedling device which creates microinjuries to the upper layers of the skin, activating a healing response in the skin that naturally rejuvenates. PRP is smoothed over the skin before the tiny needles are used, so the action of the needling carries PRP deep into the dermis where it goes right to work, creating new collagen. More about Blood Facial.
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PRP for Hair Restoration
Platelet-Rich Plasma can address hair loss individually or in combination with a hair restoration graft in order to amplify and enhance outcomes. When utilized as a standalone procedure, PRP Therapy can stimulate new hair growth for individuals with minimal to moderate hair loss.
Hair follicles thrive on the nutrition that is received from a healthy blood supply. If PRP is introduced to damaged hair follicles, the body’s natural healing mechanism is stimulated to bring nutrition and healing to the damaged follicles. This can stimulate hair growth and prevent further hair loss.
PRP extracts the platelet rich proteins from your own blood through a centrifuge. The platelet rich proteins are then injected into the transplanted area. These cells have been proven to promote hair growth through cell replication, the enablement of proper cell metabolism and enhanced blood vessel growth. All these factors help the hair follicles to generate hair more quickly and stimulates underperforming hair follicles to start growing hair.
PRP as a separate and individual procedure shows promise over a long term for regeneration of hair growth. However, when combined with a NeoGraft procedure, patients see a volume difference within as little as 6 months and a true quality difference at generally no more than 6 months.
When PRP is combined with new transplants, it provides the best combination to ensure quality growth and healing. The PRP portion of the procedure is a unique way to aid healing and is on the cutting edge of medicine. Platelet-Rich Plasma injections combined with NeoGraft creates an amazing combination of the most minimally invasive hair replacement procedure with one of the best known healing options.
PRP removes your blood, than through a process of preparation, introduces the blood back into the graft area where the plasma receptors trick the body into believing it is injured causing the body to heal much faster. All these factors help not only the follicles implanted to heal faster and grow quicker, but the PRP also helps the surrounding follicles to regenerate and produce new hair growth as well.
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PRP for Scar Treatment
Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy is an effective form of treatment for scars and acne marks. The growth factors found in the platelets regenerate tissues and create new blood vessels, improving the texture and vitality of the skin.
PRP therapy stimulates keratinocytes and fibroblasts, which leads to new collagen creation in place of the scarred skin. PRP regenerates and rejuvenates skin tissue, utilizing your own cellular functions.
The patient’s blood is spun in a centrifuge to separate out the platelets and remove the red and white blood cells from the plasma. The mixture contains many growth factors that promote wound healing and stimulate collagen and elastin growth at the site of injection. The PRP is injected into the acne scar areas of the face (or other sites of scarring). There is essentially no downtime, but the patient may experience some discomfort or swelling to the area.
Treatment for acne scarring typically utilizes 1-3 treatment sessions, most often spaced approximately one month apart. Expected outcomes include a more even skin texture, increased volume at the site of scarring and a more revitalized skin appearance. Over the course of the treatments, you can expect a gradually refreshed look. PRP Therapy can be successfully combined with laser therapy for even greater outcomes in scar remodeling.
PRP for Scar Treatment
Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy is an effective form of treatment for scars and acne marks. The growth factors found in the platelets regenerate tissues and create new blood vessels, improving the texture and vitality of the skin.
PRP therapy stimulates keratinocytes and fibroblasts, which leads to new collagen creation in place of the scarred skin. PRP regenerates and rejuvenates skin tissue, utilizing your own cellular functions.
The patient’s blood is spun in a centrifuge to separate out the platelets and remove the red and white blood cells from the plasma. The mixture contains many growth factors that promote wound healing and stimulate collagen and elastin growth at the site of injection. The PRP is injected into the acne scar areas of the face (or other sites of scarring). There is essentially no downtime, but the patient may experience some discomfort or swelling to the area.
Treatment for acne scarring typically utilizes 1-3 treatment sessions, most often spaced approximately one month apart. Expected outcomes include a more even skin texture, increased volume at the site of scarring and a more revitalized skin appearance. Over the course of the treatments, you can expect a gradually refreshed look. PRP Therapy can be successfully combined with laser therapy for even greater outcomes in scar remodeling.
PRP for Sports Injuries
Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy can also be utilizes to facilitate healing of sports related injuries. Treating both acute and chronic injuries can speed up healing and reduce pain.
Common injuries treated with PRP Therapy include:
- Tendonitis injuries
- Osteoarthritis of the knee, hip and spine
- Rotator cuff tears
- Plantar fasciitis
- Tennis elbow
- Ankle sprains
- Ligament instability
- Chronic pain conditions
The concentrated platelets are injected into the site of the injury. The growth factors stimulate tissue recovery to the injured site.
For example, in chronic tendonitis conditions, the tendon (which connects the muscle to the bone) can be swollen, painful and inflamed. The PRP can be injected directly over the inflamed tendon, stimulating healing factors which reduce pain and irritation. It typically takes 1-3 sessions of PRP Therapy in order to achieve the desired pain relief and soft tissue recovery.
What to Expect During and After PRP Therapy
Whether you are undergoing PRP Therapy for hair restoration, scar remodeling, or injury treatment, you can expect the highest level of care and attention at Ennis Plastic Surgery. Your PRP Therapy treatment will begin with a simple blood draw. The clinician will then prepare the blood in a centrifuge, separating the platelet plasma from the white and red blood cells. Once the blood is prepared, the platelets are injected into the area of the body to be treated.
The only discomfort the patient may experience during the procedure is the prick from drawing the blood and the prick when the platelets are injected. For this reason, a topical anesthetic may be utilized to ensure patient comfort. After the procedure is done, you may notice some inflammation and mild discomfort. This inflammation is the result of the body’s natural healing process and will subside within a couple of days.
The beauty of PRP therapy is that there is little risk of side effects, as the components that are introduced to your skin are from your own body. There is no chance of allergic reaction or rejection because the platelet and plasma originated in your body.
For individuals looking for a natural approach to healing utilizing cutting edge medical techniques, Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy may be the option for you!
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