& Aesthetic Medicine
PRP/PRF
PRP/PRF Treatments
PRP/PRF is an advanced aesthetic treatment that uses your body’s own platelets and growth factors to regenerate and rejuvenate the skin. It can effectively reduce wrinkles, improve skin texture and tone, and restore a youthful appearance as well as restore hair growth in the scalp. Dr Herrera will customize the treatment to your individual needs, ensuring the best possible results.
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)
Platelet rich plasma (PRP) is a concentrated form of platelets extracted from a patient's own blood. The process involves drawing a small amount of blood from the patient and spinning it in a centrifuge machine to separate the platelet-rich plasma from other components. The resulting solution contains a high concentration of platelets, growth factors, and cytokines that are responsible for healing and tissue regeneration.
PRP has been used in various medical fields, including orthopedics, dentistry, and dermatology. It is commonly used to treat musculoskeletal injuries such as osteoarthritis, tendonitis, and ligament injuries. PRP injections have also been found to be effective in promoting wound healing and reducing scarring.
Platelet Rich Fibrin (PRF)
Platelet rich fibrin (PRF) is a newer form of blood concentrate that has gained popularity in recent years. Unlike PRP, which uses anticoagulants to prevent the blood from clotting, PRF does not require any additives and relies on the natural process of blood clotting to create a fibrin matrix.
The preparation of PRF involves drawing blood in a specific type of tube and spinning it at a lower speed compared to PRP. This slower spinning process results in a thicker layer of fibrin, which contains a higher concentration of platelets and growth factors. PRF has been found to have a longer lifespan compared to PRP, which allows for a sustained release of growth factors over a longer period of time.
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