Platelet-Rich Plasma PRP Facial and Body Treatment Maple Ridge

Reverse Signs of Aging with PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) Facial and Body Treatment

Midtown Skin Studio is proud to offer a new, cutting-edge treatment called Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) that harnesses the body’s own natural growth properties to boost collagen production, minimize pigmentation, ease inflammation, and help your skin regain its luminosity and youthful appearance. PRP will improve skin quality and smooth fine lines of the face, hands and neck area. Patients will notice an improvement in puffiness and darkness under the eyes. Overall the skin will appear more youthful, tighter, and with an improved skin tone. PRP treatment is ideal for individuals that are searching for a natural improvement in their appearance.

PRP is concentrated with platelets from your own blood. Platelets are a naturally occurring substance in your blood that plays an essential role in clotting. As a concentrated source of autologous platelets, PRP contains several growth factors and other cytokines that stimulate healing of bone and soft tissue, including the skin. PRP stimulates the production of collagen and elastin, as well as new blood vessel formation, which works to improve the overall tone and texture of the skin.

PRP treatments can be used not only on the face, neck. chest, and backs of hands, but also other areas of the body demonstrating signs of skin aging. It is also used for hair restoration and as a therapy for injuries.

On the day of the PRP treatments, the first step will be drawing some of your blood, typically from the arm, just as would normally be done by your primary care physician to perform blood tests. The blood is then processed in a sterile centrifuge, a rapidly spinning piece of machinery that separates the blood into its different components, one of which will be platelet rich plasma. This PRP is then injected into the selected treatment areas using an advanced injection device. The use of this advanced injection device allows for a relatively painless treatment that does not require a topical anesthetic.

Quick Facts:

PRP is obtained by spinning a sample of the patient’s blood at high speed to separate the red blood cells from the plasma, and obtaining a platelet-rich plasma.

PRP is used to stimulate the natural process of improving the overall tone and texture of your skin.

PRP is used for hair loss treatment and is ideal for treating male pattern hair loss, in addition to female pattern hair loss or other facial hair loss. See our PRP Hair Loss Treatment page for more information on how PRP is used to treat hair loss.

PRP is used to promote wound healing, relieve joint pain or for cosmetic purposes.

State of the Art System for Facial and Body Rejuvenation Treatment

We use the Regen Lab System, which is acknowledged as the best PRP system today because of its superior success rate. The Regen Lab System offers the highest possible concentrations of platelet-rich plasma (PRP), which is vital to harnessing your body’s regenerative power and stimulating the natural process of improving the overall tone and texture of your skin.

This state of the art technology creates the highest concentrations of PRP available when compared to other methods. The system is used with a successful non-surgical process for facial and body rejuvenation. It is proprietary technology with a precise platelet sensor and automation that delivers high yield PRP consistency. The results? You get powerful concentrated natural proteins that trigger your body to produce collagen and elastin, as well as new blood vessel formation, which works to improve the overall tone and texture of your skin.

Unlike the Regen Lab System, PRP treatments using needle gun devices give low-yield PRP concentrations and inconsistent results. Because traditional PRP injection techniques are delivered through gun injections, the penetration does not reach deep enough levels. For a facial or body rejuvenation procedure to be successful and achieve optimal results, the PRP must be delivered deep enough into the skin with precision.

The Regen Lab System guarantees at least three times the PRP concentration that the majority of PRP systems in the market produce. Although the response to PRP treatments varies from patient to patient, our system typically produces the best possible outcome under any normal circumstance.

FAQs

What Is PRP Facial and Body Treatment?

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is a non-surgical procedure that can be used to treat scars from acne or surgery, hyperpigmentation issues, uneven and dull skin tone, fine lines and wrinkles. Plasma is a component of our blood which is full of healing and growth powers. When PRP is introduced back into the skin, the growth factors stimulate collagen-producing cells and new blood vessel formation resulting in skin looking refreshed and rejuvenated.

How Does the Process Work?

When you undergo PRP therapy for hair loss, the first step will be drawing some of your blood, typically from the arm, just as would normally be done by your primary care physician to perform lab tests. The blood is then processed in a sterile centrifuge, a rapidly spinning piece of machinery that separates the blood into its different components — one of which will be platelet rich plasma.

What Are The Benefits Of PRP Therapy?

– Brighter and smoother skin tone
– Helps to restore lost volume
– Reduction in fine lines and wrinkles
– No downtime is needed

Because plasma is extracted from your own blood, it is a relatively safe technique with very little chance of reaction to the plasma. This means it’s the ideal procedure for anyone who feels worried about injecting foreign substances into their body.

Who Are The Ideal Candidates For PRP Therapy?

This treatment is suitable for most patients, with the exception of anyone who is pregnant or breastfeeding. It is cleared and safe to be used on all skin types including light and dark skin tones.

PRP will improve skin quality and smooth fine lines of the face, hands and neck area. Patients will notice an improvement in puffiness and darkness under the eyes. Overall the skin will appear more youthful, tighter, and with an improved skin tone. PRP treatment is ideal for individuals that are searching for a natural improvement in their appearance.

How Is PRP Therapy Performed?

How Many Treatments Will I Need?

The recommended protocol for optimal results is 3 to 4 sessions at 4 to 6 week intervals. After these treatments are completed, some patients may require maintenance therapy once or twice a year. Patients who smoke or have a lot of sun damage will require more treatments.

What Are The Side Effects?

As your own plasma is used, it is a relatively safe procedure with very little chance of reaction to the plasma. However, it is possible that a person may have mild irritation, pain, or bleeding related to the injection site.

When Will I See Results?

To achieve the best results, it is recommended that patients have 3 to 4 sessions spaced at 4 to 6 weeks intervals. Patients will notice an improvement in skin texture in the first month. Maximum collagen regeneration occurs around 3 months after the initial treatment. The results are typically maintained for 18 to 24months. Some patients may require maintenance therapy once or twice a year.

How Much Do PRP Treatments Cost?

Please contact us for the cost of PRP treatment based on the area being treated. The cost of PRP treatment depends on the amount of treatments required to achieve the results you are satisfied with. During your consultation at Midtown Skin Studio, your unique needs will be assessed and a treatment plan will be developed including the number of treatments required. Please visit us for detailed pricing of procedures.

Why Can't This Treatment Be Done The Same Day As A Facial Or Laser Treatment?

Facials, Lasers, Botox and Dermal Filler treatments cannot be done for 1 week prior or 1 week after PRP treatments. Please consult with a Midtown Specialist for more details.

Why Can't I Get This Treatment If I Am On Accutane?

Accutane must be stopped for 6 months prior to PRP treatment.

When Can I Return To Normal Activities?

There is no down time post treatment, and you can return to your daily activities immediately or within 24 hours following treatment.

More About Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) when used as a Therapy on tendons and ligaments.

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PRP is a natural blood plasma with concentrated platelets that contain bioactive proteins and growth factors which initiate and accelerate tissue repair and regeneration. These bioactive proteins expedite healing in connective tissue, tendons, ligaments, cartilage and bone. It promotes regeneration, repairs and development of new blood vessels. This in turn, stimulates and increases wound healing.

Platelet rich plasma (PRP) therapy is a new cutting-edge therapy used to heal and regenerate soft tissues, tendons, ligaments and cartilage. With PRP treatments, the patient’s own blood is drawn and processed to extract platelet rich plasma. The PRP is then injected back into the affected area to enhance the natural healing process and reduce pain and inflammation. PRP is a concentrated source of healing factors.

If you have a tendon, ligament or joint problem and traditional methods have not provided relief, then PRP therapy might be a good alternative option. The procedure is less aggressive than surgery and will heal tissue with minimal or no scarring as well as alleviates further degeneration of the tissue.

The treatment process takes approximately 15 minutes. A blood sample is drawn and centrifuged from which the PRP is extracted. When the PRP is injected into a damaged area it triggers a healing cascade effect. New collagen will begin to develop which causes tightening and strengthening of the tendons and ligaments.

Potential Benefits

In addition to returning to normal function, patients see significant improvement in their symptoms. This could eliminate the need for more aggressive treatments such as long-term medication and surgery.

What conditions can benefit from PRP? PRP therapy can be performed on tendons and ligaments all over the body. Many conditions that can be treated which include (but are not limited to):

Sports Injuries
Plantar Fasciitis
Rotator Cuff Tears
Achilles Tendonitis
Lumbar Disc Tears
Jumpers Knee
Arthritic Joints
Tennis, Golfers, Pitchers Elbow

How often will I require PRP treatments?

Each patient responds differently to PRP therapy. This is dependent on underlying conditions. Most patients require two to three treatments. Each therapy treatment is spaced approximately 8 to 12 weeks apart. There are no limits to the therapy and the side effects do not increase with the number of treatments. Physiotherapy is recommended between and after treatments to maximize the benefits of the PRP therapy.

How soon after can I get back to physical activities?

PRP therapy stimulates the growth and repair of tissues and does require some time (usually about one month) to heal. PRP has been shown to expedite the healing process in comparison to patients who have only had physiotherapy and medication.

PRP vs Cortisone

Cortisone injections often weaken the tissues and may provide temporary relief and decreased inflammation, but it is generally short lived. PRP therapy heals, thickens and improves tissue strength. Recent studies demonstrate harmful effects of cortisone to cartilage.

Platelet-Rich Plasma for facial and body rejuvenation Maple Ridge

Midtown Skin Studio provides Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for facial and body rejuvenation services in the Ridge Meadows area, and our patients are from all over Greater Vancouver including Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, Mission, Port Coquitlam, Coquitlam & other cities.

PRP for facial and body rejuvenation at Midtown Skin Studio in Maple Ridge uses the best technology available today. The PRP treatment procedure is performed by highly trained staff using the latest Regen Lab System for safe, effective & lasting results.

PRP treatment is a safe, non-invasive treatment using your blood. A comfortable and friendly medical environment makes the procedure easy and painless.