Is PRP Right for Me?
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is well-known for its ability to help treat sports injuries, but PRP also plays a big role in medspa and aesthetic settings. Here at Wellington Rejuvenation Center, Kelly DiStefano, MD, Wendy Champey, MD, and Ed Champey, MD, and their team use PRP to help combat signs of aging — from thinning hair to fine lines to skin laxity — in West Palm Beach, Florida.
But is it right for you? The only way to know for sure is through a consultation, but here’s a closer look at what PRP is and the signs that PRP therapy might be right for you.
What is PRP?
Your blood contains many elements, including red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. Also known as thrombocytes, platelets are designed to help with blood clotting and wound healing, and because of that, they’re rich in healing factors.
When your platelets are concentrated into a PRP serum via a centrifuge, they can be injected into your skin or scalp to help reach specific aesthetic goals.
You might benefit from PRP if:
You have thinning hair
Thinning hair can make you feel older than your years, and it can quickly zap your self-confidence. Thankfully, though, you’ve got options. Research indicates that PRP hair restoration is a safe and effective treatment for alopecia without any need for transplants or steroids.
PRP hair restoration can help stimulate hair growth thanks to the healing factors in platelets. During PRP hair restoration, your Wellington Rejuvenation Center provider may:
- Inject PRP into your scalp
- Combine PRP with microneedling and radiofrequency energy
As the PRP serum stimulates new growth, you’ll see an improvement over time.
You want to reduce the signs of aging
PRP therapy isn’t limited to hair restoration. Your PRP serum can also be combined with microneedling to:
- Help minimize fine lines and wrinkles
- Improve skin laxity
- Reduce the appearance of pores
- Improve your complexion
- Reduce the appearance of acne scars
The popular combination of PRP and microneedling also goes by another name you may have seen: the vampire facial. Despite the slightly macabre name, this treatment is touted as the secret to more youthful skin.
You don’t have any contraindications
PRP therapy might be right for you as long as you don’t have any of the contraindications. This includes having an active infection at the injection site, having certain bleeding disorders, or having a metastatic disease.
You’re OK with the process
PRP therapy is non-surgical, but it does require the use of needles. First, you need to have a sample of your blood drawn. This is no different than getting blood work done. It’s just a quick pinch, and then you’re done. After your PRP serum is prepared, it’ll be injected into the desired treatment area.
Topical numbing cream can help you stay comfortable throughout your treatment.
Schedule your PRP consultation today
Whether you want to combat thinning hair or reverse the signs of aging, PRP therapy can do many things for you, but it all starts with a consultation here in West Palm Beach, Florida.
To get started, give us a call at 561-878-1282 or schedule your consultation online.