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Women and men of all ages suffer from acne breakouts, which can greatly reduce levels of self-confidence because the face is the first thing that other people see when they look at a person. For many years, treatments that reduce the appearance of acne have been on the market, ranging from cleansers, oral medications, facials, and microdermabrasion. Lately, lasers have gained in popularity for treating acne; however, Platelet Rich Plasma has entered the scene as a cutting edge breakthrough in the treatment of acne and skin discoloration from acne. Many men and women have finally been able to reduce the signs of acne with Platelet Rich Plasma therapy protocols that are designed to improve the complexion.
Acne occurs when the oil glands of the face produce too much oil, which then gets lodged in the pores, causing a build up on dead skin, bacteria, and oil. Each pore has a small hair follicle, and each follicle has an oil gland. When debris clogs up the pores, the skin breaks out in pustules, black heads, and even cystic acne.
Platelet Rich Plasma uses platelets and growth factors from the patients’ blood that help the skin to fight off acne. A Platelet Rich Plasma specialist will spin down the blood and make small injections into the face to re-inject the platelets and growth factors. Upon injecting the PRP, the punctures and the PRP create a healing effect. The skin produces new collagen and regenerates tissue that has been damaged due to clogged up pores.
While some results are apparent immediately after treatment, throughout the course of a few weeks the effects become more evident, and many patients experience clearer, healthier skin.
Platelet Rich Plasma has many unique advantages that set it apart from some of the other available treatments for acne. Some of these benefits include:
Lower Risk of Allergic Reactions: Acne can get worse with inflammation, which can occur with allergic reactions to medications, lotions, or certain cleansers. Because Platelet Rich Plasma involves the use of components from the patient’s own body, allergic reactions typically do not occur.
Improves Skin Overall: Platelet Rich Plasma for acne can also reduce previous signs of acne. Many people that have had acne for an extended period of time have small dark spots or discoloration from previous pimples or blackheads. Platelet Rich Plasma stimulates healing and the rebuilding of collagen, which can improve the skin’s general appearance.
Complements Other Therapies: While Platelet Rich Plasma can be used as a standalone procedure, it can also be used in conjunction with other therapies to optimize results. PRP is often used with laser therapy to minimize the appearance of discoloration from previous acne and to prevent more acne breakouts.
Immediate Results: After a Platelet Rich Plasma procedure, patients are usually able to see positive changes in their skin tone and appearance. However, the complexion continues to improve due to the growth factors and collagen rebuilding properties in the plasma.
Fast and Painless: Platelet Rich Plasma procedures usually take around one hour to perform, and they only require a small amount of numbing cream. Treatments are relatively painless, and patients can return to their normal activities the same day.
Physicians that specialize in Platelet Rich Plasma for acne can help patients to determine which type of procedure or combination of therapies is right for them. The doctor will take the patient’s full medical history, lifestyle preferences, and treatment goals into account on their initial visit for Platelet Rich Plasma therapy. Many patients have been able to reduce the appearance of unwanted acne and skin discoloration from previous breakouts. Platelet Rich Plasma for acne treatments have helped countless patients to improve the health of their skin, while benefitting their complexion.
To learn more about obtaining a Platelet Rich Plasma for acne treatment, contact a specialist today to schedule an appointment!
In the past, women and men had no other option but to live with the appearance of scars and skin deformations; however, within the last few decades, newer aesthetic technology has allowed for drastic reductions in the visibility of scars. Scars can develop for many reasons, some of which include acne, surgery, or traumatic injuries. Now, most scars are treated with plastic surgery, lasers, or creams, but Platelet Rich Plasma for scarring treatments are becoming more widely used. As an advanced and cutting edge therapy, Platelet Rich Plasma therapy for scarring has helped many women and men to reduce the appearance of their scars.
While Platelet Rich Plasma therapy can make many types of scars less noticeable, some of the scar types it commonly works to help include:
Acne Scarring: For patients that have suffered with long-term cystic acne or that have a history of pitting acne, scarring from repeated acne breakouts may be prevalent on the face. Deep pits in the skin, discoloration, or an uneven skin tone may have developed over time. Platelet Rich Plasma therapy can promote collagen growth and repair the skin at a deep level and on the surface to eliminate scar tissue. Some physicians may also recommend the use of PRP in conjunction with lasers to help patients achieve optimal results.
Surgical Incisions: Surgery is often life saving and necessary, but after healing from surgery, many patients are discontent with the scarring it leaves behind. Surgical scars can make a person self-conscious about wearing a bathing suit, shorts, or even a tank top. Platelet Rich Plasma therapy can help to reduce the appearance of scars by helping to improve scar tissue and promote collagen production.
Keloids: Skin malformations, such as keloids can happen with small cuts to the skin or insignificant injuries, and they are most prevalent in people of African American or Dutch decent. Keloids form when the skin over produces new flesh or a very small wound becomes infected, and common places that they form are on the ears, ear lobes, or the hands. Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy can help to reduce the appearance of keloids, eliminate scar tissue, and regenerate new and healthy tissue.
During a Platelet Rich Plasma procedure, the doctor takes a small amount of the patient’s own blood and spins it down to obtain platelets and growth factors. This mixture is then re-injected into the area being treated, and it immediately goes to work in the restoration of tissue. Cells that have regenerated around scar tissue are eventually replaced with healthy new cells that do not reflect scarring. While results are often seen after one treatment with Platelet Rich Plasma therapy, many patients will need multiple treatments spaced a few weeks or months apart, depending on the severity of their scarring. This therapy may also be used in conjunction with lasers or even plastic surgery.
A Platelet Rich Plasma Specialist that has extensive experience in reducing or reversing the visibility of scars can help patients to determine if Platelet Rich Plasma therapy is right for them or if other therapies need to be used in addition to Platelet Rich Plasma. Upon the first visit, the physician will obtain the patient’s full medical history, treatment goals, and preferences. Platelet Rich Plasma therapy is relatively easy to perform and does not require any down time. Also, the risks are minimal because no foreign substances are being injected into the body. Patients can use this therapy by itself or with other aesthetic procedures in order to maximize results. Countless patients that have used Platelet Rich Plasma therapy for scarring have been able to greatly improve the appearance of their scars, while improving their overall health.
To learn more about getting started with a Platelet Rich Plasma therapy plan, contact a specialist today to schedule an appointment!