Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) and Platelet Rich Fibrin (PRF) CENTER FOR FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY AT ENT SPECIALISTS

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) and Platelet Rich Fibrin (PRF)

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT PRP AND PRF

Skin Treatment

PRP and PRF are newer technologies used to stimulate collagen and rejuvenate the skin. They uses the body’s own activated platelets (blood cells) to release growth factors that promote skin and tissue regeneration. Because the PRP and the PRF are isolated from the patient’s own blood, the procedure has been called “Vampire treatment” or “Vampire rejuvenation”. The amount of blood collected from the patient’s arm is minimal and typically less than what is needed for a routine blood work. The blood is transferred in a sterile manner to special tubes and centrifuged to separate the PRP or PRF from the rest of blood components. The procedure takes less than 10 min, the time normally required for the anesthetic cream applied on the face to fully work.

PRP and PRF can be injected using either fine needles or, more commonly, the Dermapen microneedling technique which distributes the PRP / PRF uniformly throughout the facial or neck skin area.

Recovery is minimal and the patient can typically resume normal activity immediately. Mild redness over the treated area goes away in less than 6 hours in most patients.

Between 3 and 5 sessions of PRP / PRF treatment done 3-4 weeks apart are typically required to obtain the desired degree of skin rejuvenation.

PRP and PRF can also be used to treat superficial or deep scars and can be combined with Fat injections (AFT) to increase the rejuvenating effect.

Hair restoration

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) and Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF) therapy for hair restoration is a medical procedure that has gained popularity in recent years.

The growth factors in PRP and PRF are believed to stimulate hair follicles, improve blood supply to the follicles, and encourage the growth of thicker and healthier hair. While the exact mechanisms are not fully understood, some studies suggest that PRP and PRF may help slow down hair loss and promote hair regrowth, particularly in patients with certain types of hair loss, such as androgenetic alopecia (genetic hair loss).

It's important to note that the effectiveness of PRP/PRF for hair restoration can vary among individuals, and more research is needed to establish its long-term benefits conclusively. Additionally, PRP and PRF are often used as part of a comprehensive treatment plan, and individual results may depend on factors such as the underlying cause of hair loss, the stage of hair loss, and the patient's overall health.