PRF/PRP

How does PRF/PRP work:

Dark under eyes got you down? Hair loss causing you distress? Want to improve the texture of your skin naturally? Utilize the power of your own body to create collagen and elastin and healthier looking skin! We now offer platelet rich fibrin (PRF) or platelet rich plasma (PRP) treatments!

This is for you:

  1. Improve dull appearing skin

  2. Create new and healthier hair growth

  3. Treat dark under eyes

Frequency of Treatment

This is an injectable treatment used in a series of 3 treatments 21 days apart
Questions? Check out FAQs
You may NOT be treated if you are pregnant or nursing, have difficulty swallowing, nerve injury or weakness in the lower face, or an infection in the area. Inform your medical provider if you are on blood thinners, or have had procedures or surgery of your lower face or neck.

PRF/PRF injection FAQs

  • PRF/PRP for aesthetic indications is safe for most individuals between the ages of 18-80. Consent required for patients under 18. There are very few contraindications, however patients with the following conditions are not candidates:

    1. Acute on chronic infection

    2. Skin disease (SLF, porphyria, allergies)

    3. Cancer

    4. Chemotherapy treatments

    5. Severe metabolic and systemic disorders

    6. Abnormal platelet function (blood disorders)

    7. Anticoagulation therapy

    8. Underlying sepsis

    9. Systemic use of corticosteroids within two weeks of the procedure

  • Some of the potential side effects of PRP/PRF include:

    1. Pain at the injection site

    2. Bleeding, bruising, and or infection as with any type of injection

    3. Short lasting pinkness, redness or flushing of the skin

    4. Allergic reaction to the solution

    5. Injury to nerve and or muscle as with any injection

    6. Itching at the injection site

    7. Nausea/vomiting as with any injection type

    8. Dizziness or fainting

    9. Temporary blood sugar increase

    10. Swelling

    11. Minimal results from the treatment

  • Alternatives

    1. Do nothing

    2. Surgical intervention

    3. Injections with neurotoxins, fillers

    4. Laser therapy

    5. Chemical peels

  • 1. Avoid Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Motrin, Naproxen, Toradol, and alcohol 2-3 days prior to and after treatment

    2. Avoid Vitamin E, fish oil, Ginko-biloba, Garlic, Flax oil supplements 3-7 days prior to avoid bruising

    3. Systemic steroids must be stopped 2 weeks prior to treatment

    4. If you are taking systemic blood thinners please discuss with your provider if these can be stopped prior.

    5. Avoid lasers, waxing of the treatment area 2 weeks prior.

    A few simple guidelines before your treatment can make a difference.

    1. Hydration is KEY! Being hydrated is a very important aspect of your treatment so you may gain optimal amounts of PRP/PRF. Drink at least 64 oz of water the day before and day of your treatment.

    2. See below medications to stop/avoid prior to your treatment.

    3. If you develop a fever, cold, flu, or covid you must reschedule your appointment.

    4. AVOID vigorous exercise the day of the procedure to ensure you are not dehydrated.

    5. Ensure you have had a healthy meal prior to your appointment so you do not get light headed with the blood draw.

Pre PRF Hair Restoration

  • PRF uses your own blood, spun down in a centrifuge machine which separates red blood cells from the platelets. PRF unlike PRP has the additional bonus of carrying growth factors such as fibrin, white blood cells and mesenchymal stem cells which slowly release over a number of days. The response by the body is then localized inflammation and tissue trauma which activates the body’s healing cascade and ultimately hair and collagen production. Advantages of

    PRF for hair loss include

    -strengthening existing hair

    -reducing current hair loss

    -increasing number of quality hair shafts

    -producing new hair growth

  • 1. Diffuse hair loss

    2. Circular hair loss (alopecia areata)

    3. Hereditary hair loss (Alopecia androgenetic)

    4. Receding hairline

    5. Hair loss due to deficiency

    6. Hair loss in the crown

  • 1. Patients with blood borne disease (HIV, hepatitis)

    2. Chronic skin diseases

    3. Coagulation disorders

    4. Autoimmune disease

    5. Cancer

    6. Liver disease

    7. Pregnant women

  • 1. Avoid Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Motrin, Naproxen, Toradol, and alcohol 2-3 days prior to and after treatment

    2. Avoid Vitamin E, fish oil, Ginko-biloba, Garlic, Flax oil supplements 3-7 days prior to avoid bruising

    3. AVOID aminoxidil the day of the treatment.

    4. Systemic steroids must be stopped 2 weeks prior to treatment

    5. If you are taking systemic blood thinners please discuss with your provider if these can be stopped prior

    A few simple guidelines before your treatment can make a difference.

    1. Hydration is KEY! Being hydrated is a very important aspect of your treatment so you may gain optimal amounts of PRP/PRF. Drink at least 64 oz of water the day before and day of your treatment.

    2. See below medications to stop/avoid prior to your treatment.

    3. If you develop a fever, cold, flu, or covid you must reschedule your appointment.

    4. AVOID vigorous exercise the day of the procedure to ensure you are not dehydrated.

    5. AVOID dying hair the week before treatment.

    6. Ensure you have had a healthy meal prior to your appointment.

    7. Shampoo and clean your hair/scalp the day of your procedure

  • Over 40% of Americans suffer from patterned hair loss or androgenic alopecia (AA) by the age of 40, with over 80% affected by the age of 60. Hair loss maybe caused by hormonal changes, genetics, stress, UV damage, poor nutrition, inflammation or medications. Treatment options for AA are limited to oral medications (finasteride) which may have unwanted side effects (depression, sexual dysfunction) and takes up to 12 months to see improvement. Topical minoxidil has been shown to improve hair loss however also takes up to 12 months for improvement and carries the side effects of potential contact dermatitis, hypertrichosis and headaches. Surgical management for hair loss is an option however costly. Platelet rich plasma (PRP) and platelet rich fibrin (PRF) has been shown to aid in hair regrowth and appearance. Using only your body’s blood product this treatment is ideal for patients looking for outcomes without side effects of medications. Patients in general see new hair growth within two treatments and optimally undergo 4 treatments each 4 weeks apart.

Post PRF injections:

Post care PRF hair restoration

1. Swelling, redness and bruising are common after treatment.

  • Swelling normally peaks on days 2-4 and slowly resolves

  • Minimize your salt intake and keep hydrated to improve swelling

  • Avoid vigorous exercise for 48 hours, walking briskly is OK to prevent excessive swelling

  • Gentle use of a clean ice pack may improve swelling in the first 24 hours

2. You may apply make up over the injection site and use your usual skincare the following day.

3. AVOID Advil, Aleve, Motrin, Ibuprofen, Naproxen, Aspirin, corticosteroids, supplements such as Ginkgo Biloba, Garlic, Vitamin E, Vitamin A or other anti-inflammatory nutrients for 3-7 days after.

4. Treatment with Arnica Montana oral tablets helps to reduce both swelling and bruising for the first 3-4 days after your procedure. You may also use topical Arnica Montana gel.

5. The PRF will integrate with your tissue in 2-4 weeks. In the first few weeks bumps or irregularities maybe present. If irregularities are not resolving by 4 weeks schedule a follow up.

6. If you have severe pain, continued numbness, hardening, dusky appearing skin, bright white areas or any concerns please contact M Aesthetics IMMEDIATELY. Complications from PRF injections are rare however if dealt with as soon as possible these issues can be mediated.

7. PRF alone usually lasts about 4 weeks initially, schedule repeat treatments monthly initially then every 6-12 months for maintenance

1.      Post procedure soreness of the scalp or headache is common.

2.      You may wash your hair 24 hours after the procedure. 

3.      Keep treatment site clean and avoid hair products for 48 hours.

4.      AVOID vigorous exercise, sun, heat exposure for 2 days post procedure.

5.      AVOID Advil, Aleeve, Motrin, Ibuprofen, Naproxen, Aspirin for 5-7 days after your procedure.

6.      Tylenol maybe taken for pain relief, do not exceed 4000 mg in 24 hours.

7.      AVOID supplements such as Ginko Biloba, Garlic, Vitamin E, Vitamin A or other anti-inflammatory nutrients for 3-7 days after.

8.      AVOID use of systemic corticosteroids for 2 weeks after the procedure.

9.      AVOID alcohol and cigarettes for 3-7 days after the procedure.

10.  EAT a healthy diet and keep hydrated with 64 oz of water.

11.  AVOID touching, pressing, manipulating the injection site for 8 hours after.

 

Schedule repeat treatments every 4 weeks for 3-4 treatments initially.

Maintenance will be every 6-12 months thereafter.