PRF Injections
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About
PRF Injections
Platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) is an injectable solution containing growth factors derived from the patient’s own platelets, crucial for promoting hair-tissue regeneration (HTR). These growth factors stimulate cell proliferation, differentiation, and neo-angiogenesis, thereby supporting the hair growth process. PRF includes several key growth factors like basic fibroblast growth factor (bFGF), platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF), vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), epidermal growth factor (EGF), transforming growth factor-β (TGF-β), and insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1), which are released upon platelet activation. Each of these factors targets the follicular “bulge,” a critical area in the scalp responsible for hair generation.
PRF is considered a more natural alternative to platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and has largely replaced it in Dr. Goerig’s practice for hair stimulation. Following extraction from the patient, PRF is carefully injected into areas of scalp thinning. The procedure typically involves minimal downtime. Combining PRF with Acell is recommended to enhance its effects synergistically, promoting more robust hair growth.
Patients generally undergo 3 to 6 treatments spaced approximately one month apart, depending on the type and severity of hair loss. It’s important to note that visible results from PRF treatment may take time due to the natural hair growth cycle, with noticeable improvements in hair regeneration expected around 6 to 12 months after the final treatment.
PRF Injections Q & A
PRF is a “growth factor cocktail” the team at Dana Point Dermatology creates from a sample of your own blood. Your blood contains different elements, including red and white blood cells, plasma, and platelets.
The platelets are best known for helping to stop a cut from bleeding through the formation of a blood clot.
However, these platelets also contain specialized proteins and growth factors that your body uses to regenerate new tissue to heal the injury. PRF contains a high concentration of these healing properties and accelerates the healing and repair process.
The team at Dana Point Dermatology offers PRF injections to rejuvenate your aging skin. They use Sylfirm X as the “injection” for the PRF.
Sylfirm X is a cosmetic treatment that creates microtears in the surface of your skin, which triggers collagen production. Collagen is the protein that provides your skin with its strength and resilience.
By combining PRF with Sylfirm X, the aesthetic team at Dana Point Dermatology accelerates collagen production to revitalize your skin. Your PRF injections may:
- Lessen the appearance of lines and wrinkles
- Even out your complexion
- Improve skin texture
- Diminish the appearance of acne scars
The team at Dana Point Dermatology also uses PRF injections as a treatment for hair loss. The PRF restores your hair line by increasing the growth phase of the hair cycle.
The anti-aging team at Dana Point Dermatology performs your PRF injections at their office. The team first draws a sample of blood from your arm to create your PRF.
Then, your skin is cleansed with an antibacterial agent and a numbing agent is applied, if needed, to minimize discomfort.
Once your skin is properly prepared, your clinician applies the PRF to your face and then uses the Sylfirm X tool to inject the healing properties into your skin. After your Sylfirm X treatment, your clinician may apply a soothing cream and sunblock.
You may experience some redness after your treatment, but you should be able to resume most of your usual activities within a day after your session. While results vary, you should start to notice an improvement in your skin soon after treatment.
The anti-aging team at Dana Point Dermatology may suggest a series of PRF injections to get the best results.
For natural skin rejuvenation from a compassionate and knowledgeable team of skin care experts, contact Dana Point Dermatology by phone or online today.
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