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PRP or PRF replace cosmetic fillers? this is a question we're often asked
I can speak to it because I was amongst the first doctors or the group of doctors using PRP in
the cosmetic medical field let's begin with some basic definitions for the terms we'll discuss PRP
or platelet-rich plasma is a concentration of the cells and wound healing factors that are generated
when you have an injury such as a cut when PRP is applied to a specific area there is an increase
in blood supply and collagen production as well as other tissue healing activity PRP is a liquid that
can be applied as an injection Under the Skin and with various needle-based devices within the skin
PRF or platelet-rich fibrin matrix is created when PRP is made into a gel form both PRP and PRF
can stimulate fat cells and collagen production resulting in tissue volume Improvement in areas
where these materials are placed I routinely use PRP to improve skin quality in areas such
as under eyes dark circles sun damaged skin fine lines and wrinkles as well as for acne scars one
question that comes up is whether these products from your blood can be used as a substitute for
filler such as Restylane or Juvederm PRF or platelet-rich fibrin matrix is a gel
however PRF cannot be used for the indications where I would use hyaluronic acid fillers
simply stated the gel form or PRF does not have the same strength of a hyaluronic acid filler
and PRF breaks down in the course of about two weeks hyaluronic acid exists naturally in your
body and has a long track record of being very well tolerated hyaluronic acid fillers can last
from six months to two years depending on the material and the location of placement
I routinely use hyaluronic acid fillers for volume enhancement in areas such as
the lips tear troughs and nasolabial folds I also use thicker hyaluronic acid fillers
for deep structural volume enhancements such as in the cheekbones jawline and chin
I find that using hyaluronic acid PRP and PRF can be very effective as a combination in helping you
look your best for example for the under eye and tear trough area I'll often place hyaluronic acid
filler at the bone level to address volume deficiency and then place PRP just below the
skin level to improve skin quality to address wrinkles and dark circles more than ever we
have a lot of techniques and technologies to help people improve their appearance in our practice
in addition to PRP, PRF, and hyaluronic acid fillers we have multiple lasers and we perform
a range of facial cosmetic surgeries we define the solutions by first defining the problems
a clear plan where you understand the capabilities and the limits of a specific type of treatment
will help you make an informed decision and ultimately have a satisfying experience
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