About Microneedling with PRP
Cosmetic Surgery Specialists is proud to offer microneedling, a treatment that punctures small holes in the skin on your face and neck to stimulate skin restoration. As an additional bonus, your Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) may be administered to the same region to help cells heal and permit the skin to begin growing new cells. Both of these procedures together are usually known as the ‘vampire facial’ and can decrease the appearance of wrinkles, scars, spots, large pores, along with other skin conditions. The feel of your skin may be significantly enhanced to look smoother and more even in tone without damaging the epidermis. If you'd like to find out more on microneedling with PRP, schedule a private consult with our experienced team of skin care specialists.
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Ideal Candidates
The perfect candidate for microneedling with PRP is any individual seeking to alter the look or feel of the top layer of their skin. Uneven skin tone, dry skin, coarse texture, loose skin, age spots, acne, wrinkles, and scarring are skin conditions which may benefit from a microneedling with PRP therapy. This procedure may also be utilized to fight the effects of sun damage that might have caused the skin to have a rough feel or hyperpigmentation.
Procedure Technique
Before the microneedling portion of your session, our Registered Nurse will take a sample of your blood for your PRP collection. The blood will then be transferred to our laboratory for the separation process during which the platelets and growth factors can be turned into PRP. For your microneedling therapy, Cosmetic Surgery Specialists employs innovative technology to create small micro-injuries in your skin. The tiny needles used won't harm your skin but instead, will help stimulate the creation of collagen. When the microneedling is done, the PRP serum will be placed on the epidermis to sink in.
What to Expect
After your procedure, you could encounter some normal side effects, such as swelling, bruising, and redness. Dr. Brackup recommends that patients avoid the use of makeup, do not cleanse with exfoliating face washes, or swim in pools for around three days following the session. Activities like this could expose the treatment area to strong bacteria and chemicals which may cause negative side effects. You also need to avoid exposure to the sun or use protective measures when planning to be outdoors. Full results are usually noticed within the first month as the skin works to repair and heal itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does microneedling with PRP cost?
Microneedling with PRP treatments will be priced according to the size of the area(s) being treated. After your initial consultation to develop your treatment plan based on your needs and concerns, the cost can be discussed. Cosmetic Surgery Specialists often offers discounts on packages of several treatments, like microneedling with PRP. You can ask about these and payment methods we accept when you are scheduling your consultation.
How effective are microneedling with PRP treatments?
The results from microneedling with PRP treatments may not be visible right away, but the growth factors in the platelet-rich plasma serum will help to stimulate the growth of healthier, stronger skin. To get your best results, you may need to get several treatments initially and then maintenance sessions.
How many microneedling with PRP treatments should I get?
Initially, you may want to schedule a series of treatments scheduled every few weeks. Depending on the starting condition of your skin and your specific concerns, we will create a microneedling with PRP treatment plan that restores the health of your complexion. We can also recommend a regimen of skin care products that will improve your results.
How often should I get microneedling with PRP treatments?
After an initial series of treatments, you may want to schedule maintenance microneedling with PRP sessions 2 times per year. This will vary based on the health of your skin and goals so the staff at Cosmetic Surgery Specialists will help you develop a unique microneedling with PRP treatment plan.
Restore and Revitalize
This microneedling procedure can be quite useful for people seeking to get back the youthful look and texture of the skin. Microneedling can help make skin appear smoother, younger, more luminous, and firmer. We urge patients to find out more about this therapy by speaking to any of our Registered Nurses or by arranging an appointment at our practice today.