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PRP or Platelet Rich Plasma is high concentration of platelets derived from your own blood. This therapy is an auspicious application in order to trigger healing & regeneration.
Apart from its use in healing acceleration of any surgical site requiring soft tissue or bone regeneration, PRP also provide benefits in anti-aging therapy & many other regenerative applications.
Platelets incorporate cytokines & growth hormones which help in repair & regeneration. Hence, introduction of PRP into the damaged area initiates a mild inflammatory response, which further triggers healing.
How this therapy works for skin rejuvenation?
Who would have thought that the use of one’s own blood can be utilized to revitalize the youthful appearance?
But, undoubtedly it’s true to life, when platelets are extracted from your own blood & injected under one’s skin, cytokines & growth factors are released which stimulate collagen, growth of blood vessels & regenerates tissue after a certain period of time in order to restore the cell membrane.
With the help of microscopic needling thousands of tiny channels are created in the top layer of skin, via which PRP penetrates deeper into the dermis. PRP escalates skin’s natural wound cascade that releases growth factors & thus lead to collagen stimulation & rejuvenation of skin.
What sort of skin problems can be restored via PRP therapy?
PRP therapy has become progressively acceptable in the field of aesthetics for the treatment of skin acne, scars, wrinkles, skin texture improvement, fine lines, & also for patients looking for overall skin rejuvenation.
What to expect after the therapy?
Once the therapy is completed, patient may experience mild redness immediately following the procedure, which may last approximately 1-3 days. Application of ice packs over the treated area can help in reduction of redness/swelling.
Also, to add up to the patient’s knowledge, results are expected approximately 6 weeks after the therapy & can last up to 18-20 months.
Since the therapy incorporates the use of patient’s own blood, this diminishes the chances of allergic reactions or infections.
It is important to be worthy of attention that patients already on NSAIDs or corticosteroids are recommended to discontinue their medications 2 days prior to the therapy & do not resume use until 8 days after the therapy in order to avoid the interference in the desired inflammatory response.
Overall the procedure is minimally invasive with no harm to the skin & highly beneficial to restore your youthful appearance with no chances of reactions. To know more about the PRP therapy & its application in other procedures as well, schedule an appointment at Dr. Sachdeva’s Dental Institute. We are happy to help you & clear all your queries.
