PRP Explained
Aging is a natural process that happens to all of us with visible changes in our skin and hair. It leads to gradual degeneration of skin, which leads to pigmentation, wrinkles and sagging skin. It also causes the hair follicles to shrink and, eventually, leading to baldness. Other factors such as sun exposure, dust, stress, improper skin care and misuse of cosmetics also leads to wear and tear of skin and hair.
There are many treatments and procedures that can be done for facial rejuvenation and hair loss. One of the most effective options is PRP or Platelet Rich Plasma therapy. It is a non-surgical procedure and is beneficial for both anti-aging and hair re-growth.
What Is PRP Treatment
Platelets in our blood are a rich source of growth factors that stimulate the growth of the cells in our body, including collagen cells in the face and hair root cells on the scalp. It works by triggering natural regeneration of skin cells making our face more supple and elastic. It effectively boosts the natural hair growth improving its thickness and shine.
Is PRP therapy safe?
PRP treatment has proven to be a safe therapy that requires no surgery and has no major adverse side effects. It is a completely natural procedure as it uses your own blood cell platelets.
Which are the conditions that improve with PRP treatment?
Some of the conditions where PRP Treatment is effective include
Hair
· Baldness
· Generalised hair fall
· Thinning of hair
· Breaking of hair
· Post Covid hair loss
· Post pregnancy hair loss
Skin
· Wrinkles and Creases
· Pigmentation
· Acne scars
· Dull skin tone and texture
· Stretch marks and sagging skin
What is the procedure for PRP?
It is a three step procedure.
1. Blood Taken - A small quantity of blood is taken from your arm.
2. Blood Processed – This blood is then put into a centrifuge and processed so that only the enriched cells i.e platelet concentrate is separated.
3. Blood Injected – this platelet rich plasma is then injected into the areas to be treated using a syringe or a microneedling device.
How long does the treatment last?
It is a day care procedure which takes about 45 minutes to one hour. There is little to no downtime.
Are the injections painful?
These injections are much less painful than your routine injection. Our doctors take special techniques and topical cream to reduce the pain. Some patients do encounter bit of pain and discomfort during the procedure. Some patients also have mild pain and swelling after the procedure which tend to go away within a day or two.
How long does it take to see results?
In addition to the immediate effect, the full effects appear within a few weeks to months.
How many PRP injections do you need?
Most patients who get results have 3 or more treatments.
How long do the results last?
Results can last as long as 18 months to 2 years.
Is PRP right for you?
If you’re thinking about trying PRP, consult our dermatologists who have the in-depth training required to evaluate your skin and tell you what proven treatments can be most effective for you.