Plateled-rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy
Plasmolifting (Plasmotherapy) or PRP method is a modern area of aesthetic medicine that allows you to rejuvenate the skin and restore hair growth in a natural way – using injections of plasma obtained from the patient’s own blood and enriched with platelets.
The technique is based on the ability of the cells of our body to self-repair. This is a progressive direction in aesthetic and regenerative medicine, which has opened up new opportunities for the natural restoration of tissues.
Platelets play an important role in the restoration and rejuvenation of the skin. They stimulate the division and growth of damaged cells by isolating growth factors. Platelet-rich plasma is a blood plasma with a high content of platelets that have a restorative and anti-aging effect on body tissues.
The bio stimulating properties of blood are significantly activated with an increase in platelet concentration in plasma.
PRP starts the mechanism of cell renewal in the body, stopping the aging process and providing skin regeneration and restoration of hair growth.
SAFETY OF PLASMOLIFTING (PRP) METHODS
Despite the fact that this technique is a relatively new method of skin rejuvenation and hair loss treatment, the mechanism of action of plasmolifting (plasmotherapy) is well studied and meets the so-called “safety standard”. The effectiveness of PRP is recognized by the global medical community. This technique originates from autohemotherapy (autologous blood therapy), the history of which dates back more than 100 years.
Since platelet-rich plasma is obtained from the patient’s own blood, it is absolutely safe in terms of the transmission of infectious diseases, as well as rejection or allergic reactions.
PRP is widely used in aesthetic medicine to solve such important aesthetic tasks as skin rejuvenation, treatment to prevent baldness and hair growth restoration. In our clinic PRP injections are carried out by experienced doctors.
CONTRAINDICATIONS TO PRP PROCEDURES
Plasma therapy cannot be carried out if the patient has following conditions:
• severe diseases of internal organs;
• viral hepatitis;
• systemic blood diseases;
• pregnancy;
• diseases associated with immunosuppression;
• mental disorders.
HOW DOES THE PATIENT PREPARE FOR THE PRP PROCEDURE?
• stop taking anticoagulants 2-3 days before the procedure;
• exclude alcohol, fatty and fried foods, as well as foods with a high content of preservatives 1 day before the procedure;
• fast and drink more water 4 hours before the procedure.
HOW IS THE PRP PROCEDURE CARRIED OUT?
The plasma preparation process is simple and safe. Blood is taken from the patient’s vein into a special small container and centrifuged for 5-10 minutes to separate red blood cells and plasma.
After that the obtained plasma (in pure form or mixed with other components – according to the doctor’s recommendations and the patient’s choice) is immediately introduced into the body problem areas according to a certain scheme.
All stages of the procedure (blood sampling, getting of plasma, PRP injections) are carried out using equipment and preparations of the Swiss biotechnology laboratory, a leader in the field of regenerative medicine.
FACE PLASMOLIFTING (PRP)
Plasmolifting (PRP) is a unique technique of non-surgical rejuvenation and restoration of facial skin, based on the use of the patient’s own plasma. The introduction of platelet-rich plasma into problem areas activates the functioning of connective tissue cells and triggers the biological mechanism of natural skin rejuvenation. This technique is a progressive direction of aesthetic medicine and nowadays it is actively used in leading clinics of the world.
The procedure is based on the mechanism of activation of the connective tissue’s own cells through the patient’s own plasma. After PRP procedures, these cells located in the deep layers of the dermis begin to synthesize collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid, which are responsible for the smoothness and elasticity of the skin.
INDICATIONS FOR PLASMOLIFTING PROCEDURE (PRP):
• age-related changes in the skin (decreased elasticity, wrinkles);
• decreased skin turgor;
• dryness and peeling of the skin;
• tired, weakened, dry, pigmented skin;
• skin rehabilitation after peeling (laser or chemical);
• inflammation of the sebaceous glands (acne).
TYPES OF PRP INJECTION FOR SKIN REJUVENATION
• Mesotherapeutic injections of PRP
Mesotherapy is a technique that uses the patient’s pure plasma or plasma in combination with hyaluronic acid to rejuvenate and tighten skin.
• Filler injections PRP
Filler injections of the patient’s plasma are performed to fill in wrinkles and bio stimulate the skin.
PRP INJECTION AREAS FOR SKIN REJUVENATION
PRP procedures for skin rejuvenation are performed in the areas of the face, neck, décolleté and hands.
RESULTS OF SKIN PLASMOLIFTING PROCEDURES
The result of PRP procedures is a natural rejuvenation of the skin:
• increase of skin elasticity;
• elimination of dark circles under the eyes;
• elimination of wrinkles including “net-like” wrinkles;
• slowing down skin aging;
• restoration of a healthy, smooth, radiant complexion;
• reduction of allergic reactions and skin irritations.
HOW MANY PLASMA LIFTING PROCEDURES FOR SKIN ARE REQUIRED?
Positive changes in the skin are already visible after the first PRP procedure, but to obtain the effect of smooth, whitened skin, it is recommended to undergo a course of procedures. The doctor determines the exact number of procedures in each individual case.
HOW LONG THE REJUVENATION EFFECT AFTER PRP LASTS
The effectiveness of PRP procedures depends on skin condition, patient age, and other factors. On average, the result lasts for 1 to 1 and a half years.
PLASMOTHERAPY (PRP) FOR HAIR
Many men and women of different age groups suffer from increased thinning and hair loss (alopecia). The causes of hair loss and baldness are different – it can be a genetic factor, overwork, stress, infections, unhealthy diet, constant lack of high-grade protein in the diet … As a result, the phase of the hair follicle withering can lengthen up to 5-6 months with its subsequent falling out. Gradually, this problem worsens – there is an interruption in the process of hair cell division, metabolic processes in the hair follicles. Neurogenic inflammation often develops. The hair gets thinner and colourless, the hair volume is significantly reduced.
The injection of autoplasma allows you to stop hair loss and restore their growth in many cases. The introduction of platelet-rich plasma into the thinning or hair loss zones stimulates a “reset” of the hair follicle growth cycle.
Clinical studies have shown that platelet-rich plasma has the ability to “awaken” the sleeping stem cells of hair follicles.
RESULTS OF PLASMOTHERAPY PROCEDURES FOR HAIR
As a result of PRP procedures in the treatment of alopecia, hair loss is stopped, the hair growth and structure are restored. Hair follicles go into the stage of recovery and growth. The function of sweat and sebaceous glands of the scalp is brought back to normal. The stagnation of the growth of bacteria and skin fungi intensifies. After the treatment, the hair regains its shine, becomes thicker and stronger. The structure and health of the hair is restored.
HOW MANY PRP PROCEDURES ARE NEEDED TO RESTORE HAIR GROWTH?
You may need a course of 1 up to 6 procedures of plasma therapy to reduce the hair loss and restore the hair structure. The number of necessary procedures is determined by the doctor in each individual case.