Renowned for its ability to quickly and naturally heal injured tissues, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) also has several benefits in cosmetic procedures. At Metro Dermatology, we include PRP in our facial rejuvenation and hair loss treatments to maximize results.
Metro Dermatology has convenient locations to serve you for platelet-rich plasma in Bronx, Elmhurst, and Flushing, New York, and Fort Lee, New Jersey. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.
The benefits of PRP were first discovered in athletes, who were able to recover after injury and return to their sports more quickly than with medications or physical therapy alone.
Although blood is mostly a liquid, it also has solid components such as red and white cells and platelets. While platelets are mostly recognized for their ability to clot the blood, they also contain important growth factors that can be utilized to regenerate tissues in the body.
PRP is a sample of the patient’s blood that has been spun in a centrifuge. This separates the components of the blood, resulting in plasma that is enriched with a higher concentration of platelets than normal.
Once the centrifuge process is complete, the platelet-rich plasma is extracted from the rest of the blood sample, and either injected into treated areas or applied topically.
When used in conjunction with cosmetic treatments such as facial rejuvenation and hair restoration, PRP has several benefits:
In addition to naturally stimulating the regrowth of healthy tissue, PRP has several other benefits for patients, including:
During your consultation with our medical team, several factors will be considered to determine if treatment with PRP is right for you and your skin concerns.
Contact Metro Dermatology today to schedule a consultation and discover the benefits of PRP therapy Elmhurst for facial rejuvenation and hair restoration.
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