It is the delivery of the separated platelet-rich plasma to the area to be treated by injection, after a small amount of blood taken from the patient is centrifuged with a special tube.
It can be applied to the face, scalp, gums and joints.
It was originally developed for use in dental surgery and orthopedics. It is a medical application.
When applied to the joint space, it causes restructuring, which we call regeneration in the damaged joint.
Should only be done by doctors. All sterilization rules must be observed during application.
As a result of centrifugation, serum containing approximately 1.5 million platelets per milliliter is obtained.
Platelets; They play an important role in blood coagulation and healing of tissue damage due to the growth factors they carry.
Thus, factors that will reverse the effects of tissue damage or aging are given to the desired area.
After Prp applications, the skin gets a bright and tight look. Sun and age spots are reduced. Fine lines soften.
PRP is not a stem cell treatment. However, it is a stimulus that sends the message to skin cells to produce fibroblasts.
Fibroblasts are the main structures that produce collagen and elastin.
PRP has no side effects and is extremely reliable. As a result of PRP, the skin looks bright and vibrant, spots soften, fine lines disappear, and the skin tightens.
It is applied in 3-4 sessions according to the needs of the person with an interval of about 3 weeks. This is considered as a one-year cure.
It can be repeated if necessary. Especially if the patient is in menopause, if there is alcohol and cigarette use, 1 more cycle can be done after 6 months.
PRP or Mesotherapy? It is among the frequently asked questions. PRP is more preferred because it is made using living cells in the person’s own blood and contains all growth factors. However, it is more costly than mesotherapy because of the special tubes used to centrifuge the blood.
