PRP therapy offers a more natural approach to rejuvenating your facial skin by promoting healing and enhancing facial contours. At Orchidia Medical Group, our PRP therapy in Naples, FL, can use your body’s own properties to refresh your facial aesthetics gently and effectively. All of our injections are performed by physicians who bring years of experience to the practice. Our emphasis is on results delivered with a high level of care for each of our patients.
What Is Platelet-Rich Plasma?
Platelet-rich plasma is a golden substance taken from your blood that contains a high level of platelets, which are little cell fragments that are rich in growth factors. These growth factors help with the healing and regeneration of the tissues in our bodies. By isolating and concentrating these healing elements, platelet-rich plasma can enhance the body’s ability to recover.
What Is PRP Therapy and How Does It Work?
PRP therapy involves the extraction of a small amount of your blood, which is then processed to concentrate the platelets into platelet-rich plasma. This plasma is then reintroduced into targeted areas of your skin. The concentrated growth factors in the plasma help to accelerate the natural regeneration processes of your skin, aiding in the restoration of a more youthful and refreshed appearance. It can be used in many other applications to speed up healing and reduce inflammation.
- Platelets: Platelets are small cell fragments in your blood that play a key role in clotting and healing. When concentrated in PRP, they release proteins that stimulate tissue repair and regeneration.
- Growth Factors: Growth factors are proteins released by platelets that accelerate cellular regeneration, boost collagen production, and enhance the body’s healing response, helping to rejuvenate the skin and tissues.
What Are the Benefits of Using PRP?
- Uses Substances From Your Body: The body’s own biological material is the foundation of PRP injections, minimizing the risk of allergic reactions or rejection that can occur with foreign substances.
- Reduces Inflammation: Through the targeted delivery of growth factors, PRP therapy helps to diminish inflammation. This can be helpful both for medical applications to diminish pain and speed healing and alongside other cosmetic treatments to speed up healing and improve results.
- Has a Short Recovery Time: PRP treatment involves minimal downtime and can be scheduled right in the middle of a busy day.
- Offers a Medication-Free Treatment: PRP therapy does not rely on pharmaceuticals for its effectiveness. Instead, it uses the natural regenerative properties of plasma, which can be perfect for those wishing to avoid medications.
How Is PRP Administered?
PRP Injections
PRP injections involve directly injecting the platelet-rich plasma into targeted areas of the skin or body. The concentrated plasma, rich in growth factors, can help stimulate collagen production, promote tissue healing, and enhance skin rejuvenation. This method is often used for facial rejuvenation, hair restoration, and joint pain relief, among other applications.
Microneedling With PRP
Microneedling with PRP combines the benefits of both microneedling and platelet-rich plasma. Microneedling creates tiny microchannels in the skin which encourages the natural healing process. When PRP is applied after microneedling, it penetrates deeper into the skin because of these perforations and amplifies the healing and collagen-boosting effects. This treatment can help improve skin texture, reduce fine lines, and address acne scars.
Our Uses for PRP
PRP for Facial Rejuvenation
PRP therapy is used to enhance the skin’s texture and tone through natural rejuvenation methods. During a PRP facial, the plasma encourages the renewal of skin cells, resulting in a smoother, more vibrant skin surface. This treatment targets signs of aging by reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, which offers a refreshed look without synthetic products.
PRP for facial rejuvenation can also help treat:
- Sagging Skin: As we age, skin loses its firmness and elasticity. PRP therapy can stimulate collagen production and improve skin tightness, providing a natural lift and a more youthful appearance.
- Sun Damage: Overexposure to the sun can lead to premature aging and pigmentation issues. PRP for facial rejuvenation can aid in repairing damaged skin cells, reducing hyperpigmentation, and revitalizing the skin’s surface.
- Large Pores: Facial rejuvenation with PRP helps stimulate the skin’s natural regeneration process, promoting smoother skin texture and reducing the appearance of large pores.
- Dull Skin: PRP for facial rejuvenation can boost cell turnover and increase collagen levels, restoring a vibrant and refreshed glow to your skin.
PRP for Collagen Production
Platelet-rich plasma facials promote the production of collagen, a protein in the skin that maintains elasticity and firmness. By stimulating collagen synthesis, this treatment strengthens the skin’s structure and improves its resilience. Regular collagen production treatments can lead to a visibly firmer and more youthful skin complexion anywhere that it is injected.
PRP for Tissue Healing
PRP therapy boosts the healing of damaged tissues by enhancing the body’s natural repair processes. It is particularly beneficial in treating dermatological issues where tissue regeneration is needed. It can be used for healing acne scars, reducing the visibility of surgical scars, and speeding up the healing of injuries.
PRP for Joint Repair
PRP for joints is used to alleviate pain and enhance joint function by promoting the repair of cartilage and other tissues. We inject PRP directly into the affected joint, which increases blood flow, reduces inflammation, and improves mobility. Using PRP can reduce the need for oral pain medications and get you back on your feet faster.
PRP for Sexual Health
PRP can be used in sexual health treatments like the P-Shot® for men and the O-Shot® for women. These injections use the body’s platelet-rich plasma to enhance sensitivity, increase blood flow, and improve sexual function. The P-Shot is often used to help men with erectile dysfunction or those looking to enhance sexual performance. The O-Shot for women can improve arousal, reduce pain during intercourse, and increase overall sexual satisfaction.
PRP for Hair Restoration
PRP therapy is a non-surgical solution for hair restoration. During the treatment, we inject platelet-rich plasma into the scalp to stimulate hair follicles and encourage new growth. This treatment can be effective in combating thinning hair or early stages of hair loss by enhancing the body’s natural ability to regenerate healthy hair. With consistent sessions, PRP can lead to fuller, thicker hair over time.
What to Expect During PRP Treatments
Drawing the Blood
The first step in a PRP treatment involves drawing a small amount of blood, typically from your arm. This process is similar to what you would experience during routine blood work. The blood is then prepared for the next stage of the treatment.
The amount of PRP that is needed for each injection is different for everyone, but usually, only one or two vials of blood are needed to extract enough PRP for the treatment. This can also depend on the size of the treatment area and the number of areas being treated during one appointment.
Centrifugation
After the blood is drawn, it is placed in a centrifuge, a machine that spins the blood at high speeds. This process separates the different components of the blood, isolating the platelet-rich plasma (PRP) that contains the concentrated healing factors used for treatment.
Preparation
Once the centrifugation process is complete, the platelet-rich plasma is carefully prepared for injection or application by being placed into a syringe. Once there, it is ready to be delivered either topically or through injection.
Before and After PRP Therapy
FAQs About PRP Therapy
How Many PRP Treatments Will I Need?
The number of PRP therapy sessions can range from three to six treatments, but this all depends on the specific condition being addressed and the patient’s response to therapy. For cosmetic applications like a PRP facial treatment, sessions are often spaced about a month apart to allow natural collagen production to occur. It’s important for patients to consult with their injector to tailor the number and frequency of treatments to their unique needs.
How Long Does It Take to See Results From PRP Therapy?
Results from PRP injections can typically be seen within a few weeks after treatment, as the growth factors begin to stimulate the healing and regenerative processes. The full effects, particularly in aesthetic treatments, tend to become more visible and improve over several months as the body produces new collagen and skin cells. For aesthetic treatments, we often take before and after pictures to give you a good representation of the progress you have made.
Is PRP Therapy Covered by Insurance?
Coverage for platelet-rich plasma treatments varies widely by insurance providers and depends on the purpose of the therapy. While PRP used for cosmetic purposes is generally not covered, some insurance plans may cover PRP for orthopedic conditions where it is deemed medically necessary.
Who Is a Good Candidate for PRP Therapy?
A good candidate for PRP therapy is typically someone in good health who is looking for a less invasive option. Individuals with chronic diseases, certain blood disorders, or acute infections may not be suitable for this treatment. If you think the treatment might be right for you, you can set up a consultation to go over your medical history and your treatment goals.
How Long Do PRP Results Last?
While not a permanent fix for most concerns, the results from PRP therapy can last for several months. Your particular results will depend on the type of treatment and your individual response. Because PRP stimulates natural healing and regeneration processes such as increased collagen production and a decrease in inflammation, the improvements can continue to develop over time and be long-lasting. Maintenance treatments may be recommended in some cases to sustain the results for longer periods.
How Should I Prepare for PRP Therapy?
Before your PRP therapy session, it’s best to stay hydrated and avoid alcohol or smoking, as these can affect your blood quality. You may be asked to pause certain medications like blood thinners that could interfere with the treatment or cause you to bruise more easily. Arrive well-rested and ready to have a small amount of blood drawn at the start of your session.
How Is PRP Different From Fillers or Neuromodulators?
While fillers and neuromodulators are designed to provide fast or immediate cosmetic results, PRP works over time through collagen production and tissue regeneration. Neuromodulators such as Dysport® relax muscles to reduce wrinkles and fillers add volume to specific areas. PRP focuses on long-term skin rejuvenation and repair by boosting the body’s ability to restore and revitalize tissues.
Call Us to Learn More About PRP Therapy in Naples, FL
At Orchidia Medical Group, your well-being is at the center of everything we do. We always make sure that our PRP therapy is conducted with the utmost care and professionalism. We believe that by enhancing your health naturally through our PRP therapy in Naples, FL, we can align with your wellness goals and help you to enjoy more pain-free days, better hair growth, and improved skin health. To learn more about how PRP treatments can benefit you, please contact us through our online form or call us at (239) 330-9855.
