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The roots of Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) were formed in joint reconstructive surgery, where prepared PRP is used to aid in the healing process after major sports surgery like shoulders, knees and hips plus ligament damage like torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). From sports injuries the technology has moved into the aesthetic sector.
While the quick result of Botox® and Dermal Fillers is popular these treatments do not impact on the health of the skin. Fighting the visual signs of ageing, looking younger for longer has to come out from looking after your skin health. Companies are investing millions in the regenerative aspects of skin treatment from stem cell research through to utilising the bodies natural growth factors to stimulate collagen and elastin production. The more we can keep our cellular network in tip top condition, the more we can fight off the visual signs of ageing.
A small amount of your blood is drawn from your arm and placed in a centrifuge, separating the plasma from the red blood cells. Once the plasma is prepared, it can be injected directly into specific areas of the skin or can be used in combination with other therapies. Platelet-rich plasma contains Growth Factors which will aid in repairing damaged skin and injured tissue. When these growth factors are injected into the problem area they stimulate other growth factors in the skin to grow and increase in number, this stimulates the repair so increasing skin volume, reducing fine lines and wrinkles and rejuvenating the skin.
Some swelling and bruising can be expected at the injection sites this has normally gone within 1 to 2 days. We ask you do not wear makeup for 48 hours. Some redness is expected and this typically subsides within 12 to 24 hours.