PRP
Brief
PRP which is also popularly known as vampire facial has become extremely popular and is believed to amplify the natural growth factors in the skin and hair. As you grow older, your skin begins showing wrinkles. PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy) is a procedure that helps in nourishing your skin, increase in collagen, and enhancing skin texture and elasticity. The process is critical and hence you need to approach the team who has the expertise to carry it out flawlessly. At SkinVibes, the best dermatology and cosmetology skin clinic in Mumbai, Dr. Anju Methil, who has an experience of over 15 years, and Dr. Viral Desai, with an experience of over 20 years will ensure the process is done smoothly and you see the desired results. Platelet-rich plasma combines two elements: plasma, or the liquid portion of your blood, and platelets, or blood cells that play a key role in your body’s natural healing process. By using your own blood cells to amplify your body’s natural ability to heal, platelet-rich plasma can rejuvenate your skin from the inside out.
Benefits Of PRP
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections are gaining popularity for a variety of conditions, from sports injuries to hair loss. The treatment uses a patient’s own blood cells to accelerate healing in a specific area.
Procedure Of PRP
PRP injections are prepared by taking anywhere from one to a few tubes of your own blood and running it through a centrifuge to concentrate the platelets. These activated platelets are then injected directly into your injured or diseased body tissue.
PRP can be done for
- Anti-Aging
- Acne Scar Treatment
- Skin Rejuvenation
- Pigment Treatment/ Melasma Treatment
- Skin Glow
Time Required For PRP
It will generally take around half an hour for the process to be completed efficiently. Depending on several factors, your doctor at SkinVibes, the best dermatology skin clinic in Mumbai, will recommend three to six sittings, which will be scheduled at intervals of four to eight weeks.
No.Of Sessions Required For PRP
Most PRP therapy requires three treatments 4–6 weeks apart.
Frequent Treatment Required For PRP
PRP therapy requires three treatments 4–6 weeks apart. Maintenance treatments are required every 4–6 months
What To Expect After PRP
You may have some soreness and tenderness at the area of the injections for a few days. This soreness and some swelling can last three to seven days, and then movement and comfort at the joint gradually increase over two weeks.
Results After PRP
The results of platelet-rich plasma therapy are long-lasting. While the healing process starts immediately, the average patient will see results within 3 weeks with effects lasting for up to 3 years. Results include:
● Reduction of fine lines and wrinkles
● Visibly smaller pores
● Improved scars
● Decrease in hyperpigmentation
● Improvement of hair quality and volume
Recovery Time Required After PRP
In general, the usual recovery time for any PRP treatment is about 4 to 6 weeks. PRP injections that are used for musculoskeletal issues, particularly injuries to the joints, usually require 6 weeks or more. However, for cosmetic PRP treatments, most patients can plan for 4 weeks at the o