October 27, 2023

Facial Platelet Rich Plasma for Anti-Aging

Facial Platelet Rich Plasma for Anti-Aging

PRP, or Platelet-Rich Plasma, is a safe and natural anti-aging procedure that can help reduce wrinkles and other signs of aging. It involves taking a sample of blood from the patient and then spinning it in a centrifuge to separate out the platelets. The platelets are then injected back into the patient's facial area, where they stimulate the body's natural healing processes and collagen production. The benefits of facial PRP include:

  • Increased collagen production which helps reduce wrinkles and makes skin appear more youthful
  • Improved skin tone and texture
  • Improved circulation which helps nourish the skin with essential nutrients
  • Reduced appearance of age spots, sun damage and acne scars
  • Reduced inflammation which can help reduce puffiness around the eyes
  • Enhanced skin hydration to help keep skin looking healthy and supple

To get started with facial PRP, you'll need to find a qualified physician who is experienced in this type of procedure. It's important to have an understanding of anatomy as well as an understanding of how platelets work in order to ensure safety and effectiveness. We will discuss with you what areas need treatment and how many treatments will be needed in order to achieve your desired results. We will also take into consideration any underlying health issues that might affect your results and tailor the treatment accordingly. We start by applying a topical anesthetic to the areas to be treated for about 25 minutes. Next, the treatment itself usually takes about 30 minutes to complete and involves injecting small amounts of PRP into specific areas on your face using a very thin needle and a micro needling device. You may experience some slight discomfort during this process but it should be relatively painless overall. For best results, many people opt for multiple treatments over several weeks or months for optimal results. Overall, facial PRP is a safe and natural way to reduce wrinkles and other signs of aging without resorting to more invasive procedures like surgery or injectable fillers. You can expect subtle yet noticeable improvements over time with this procedure so it’s worth considering if you’re looking for an anti-aging solution that’s both affordable and effective. You can also opt for Botox on a different date.

At StrIVeMD Wellness and Ketamine in Chicago, we offer platelet rich plasma (PRP) for anti-aging of the face, neck, chest, and hands. We use the Apex Biologics Centrifuge with XL PRP System, which is considered the best system on the market and backed by research. We also can regrow and thicken hair using PRP application to the scalp, eyebrows, and beard. We are a leading clinic in treating adolescent depression. With a team comprised of physicians board-certified in adult and pediatric anesthesiology, pain medicine, functional medicine, and certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNA) with pediatric ICU nursing, we are the most comprehensive team from the nation’s best medical institutions to take care of patients of any age including adolescents and geriatric patients. In the meantime, if you have any questions, please feel free to email us at info@strivemdwellness.com.

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StrIVeMD Wellness & Ketamine, Chicago, Dallas, Miami Beach