Platelet Rich Plasma Information
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This is your information pack. We ask that you read this before attending your treatment and keep it as it contains your aftercare.
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BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT
- Please attend with no makeup and a well cleansed face.
- Taking the following within 72 hours of treatment may increase your risk of bruising – Alcohol, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, St. John’s Wort, Fish oils, Gingko Biloba, Vitamins C and E.
- Do cancel if you are at all unwell, even minor coughs and colds can increase your risk of post treatment complications.
- Treatment cannot be administered if there is an active skin infection, including acne or cold sores.
- Do contact the clinic to discuss any illness or new medicines prior to attending.
Treatment Information
Platelet Rich Plasma
This type of facial uses the healing power of your blood platelets and growth factors from your own blood to stimulate stem cell response. The stem cells then help the treated area to grow new collagen and blood vessels, repair and regenerate damaged skin, slow and even reverse the signs of ageing.
It is estimated that microneedling alone can stimulate collagen production by up to 200% but when you incorporate the use of PRP it is thought to increase collagen production by up to 1000%
You will be seen by a medical professional, trained in phlebotomy who will ensure safe and comfortable collection of your PRP.
Your PRP is said to contain 3-5 times more platelets, growth factors and active proteins for tissue and injury healing. It can be used for many more issues such as healing tendons, diabetic ulcers, ligament and joint damage and help to regrow muscle and bone. Using microneedling with PRP initiates stem cell responses in the treated area and over the coming weeks /months after the treatment the response recruits collagen producing cells, fibroblasts. These types of cells can replace tissue that has been damaged or lost through ageing, leaving your clients skin, younger, fresher and rejuvenated.
PRP can be used for
- Reduce fine lines/wrinkles
- Hair Restoration
- Tighten/tone skin
- Stimulate collagen production
- Reduce dark circles under eyes
- Crows feet reduction
- Acne scarring
- Rosacea
What to expect
Results take a few weeks to be seen, though immediately after treatment your skin will feel tighter if you have had the microneedling treatment. New collagen and blood vessels begin to grow around 3 weeks after treatment and this is where results really start to begin, and you will notice an improvement in skin hydration, texture and skin tone. It is advised that you should have, 3-6 treatments, 1 every 4-8 weeks for best results, especially for lines/wrinkles. Results can last up to 12-24 months but vary from person to person.
After your treatment
- No Sunbeds (72hours)
- No sauna/steam/spa/jacuzzi (72hours)
- No swimming (72hours)
- No bath (72hours)
- No direct sunlight (48hours) If microneedle is used sun holidays should be avoided for at least 4 weeks after treatment.
- No sweating/exercise (24hours)
- No make Up (24hours)
- Do not touch treated area
- No further treatments 4-6 weeks
Thank you for choosing the Clybaun Clinic to have your treatment with. We endeavor to assure you have an excellent experience from start to finish and this aftercare advice has been devised from the frequently asked Do`s and Don’t`s of post treatment. Please understand this advice is to ensure you achieve optimum results and by not following your aftercare advice your desired treatment effects may be affected and you may incur unwanted complications. Should you have any concerns please contact a member of the team.
Scroll down to find the answers to frequently asked questions and the recommendations you should follow.
- Is there anything I should not do after PRP?
- Why would I need a PRP treatment?
- Is PRP safe?
- Can anyone get PRP?
- How soon can I expect to see results from PRP?
- Can PRP interact with medication?
- Is there anything I should not do after having a PRP treatment?
PRP is a quick and safe procedure which has very little impact on the usual activity on your day. Please follow these suggestions to avoid excess bruising, swelling and infection.
- No touching or rubbing of the skin for 6 hours after treatment.
- No massage for 10 days, advise your clinician of your PRP.
- Avoid skin irritants such as acids, vitamin A, C or E, Gingko Biloba, Garlic, fish oils, St. Johns Wort for 72 hours. It would be best to cleanse with a non-perfumed, antibacterial wash.
- No strenuous exercise for 24 hours after treatment.
- Avoid excess heat environments, hot showers, sunbathing, sauna, steam room etc for 72 hours.
- Try not to lye on the PRP areas for 24 -48 hours.
- Avoid tight clothing across any PRP sites.
- Avoid alcohol, ibuprofen or medically necessary blood thinning medication (unless doctor advised) 72 hours before and after the treatment to prevent bruising.
- Why would I need PRP?
PRP has outstanding affects and can be used on a range of treatments to promote nourishment, healing and restoration. It Can…
- Reduce fine lines/wrinkles
- Hair Restoration
- Tighten/tone skin
- Stimulate collagen production
- Reduce dark circles under eyes
- Crows feet reduction
- Acne scarring
- Rosacea
Is PRP safe?
When preformed and administered by a qualified health care professional, PRP is considered very safe as we are using material from your own body. We would mainly be concerned about an allergy to the equipment or infection post procedure, both of which are extremely rare.
Although emergencies involving PRP are extremely rare all clients have access to our 24 hour phone number (07809902432) should an emergency arise. However, as explained to you if you experience any shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing, difficulty swallowing, swelling of the tongue, eyelids, lips, hoarseness of the voice, stomach pain, nausea or diarrhoea you should ring 999 immediately do not wait.
Can anyone get PRP?
PRP is generally safe for most individuals. This treatment is suitable for all skin types, though for oily skin it is advised that a good de-greaser is used before treatment or a facial steam to draw out all the oils.
Some medications that cause bruising or increased bleeding such as ibuprofen may need to be considered before treatment.
It is not recommended that you have PRP if you have photosensitive skin, have had Roaccutane or any skin thinning treatments with in the past year or are receiving treatment that is immunosuppressant such as chemotherapy.
5. How soon can I expect to see results from PRP?
6. Can PRP interact with medications?
PRP should be safe to use with other medications we would only be concerned if you where on medication for blood thinning (which may cause bruising), immunosuppressants (encase of infection) and skin thinning medication (to avoid sun damage).
It is import to inform your medical practitioner of any medication you are on.
So you`ve had your PRP treatment what now ?
Emergencies
Although emergencies involving PRP are extremely rare all clients have access to our 24 hour phone number (07809902432) should an emergency arise. However, as explained to you if you experience any shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing, difficulty speaking, swallowing, swelling of the tongue, eyelids, lips, hoarseness of the voice, stomach pain, nausea or diarrhea you should ring 999 immediately do not wait.
