PRP is a popular treatment option for Charlotte, NC residents looking to get younger looking skin. This treatment, also known as platelet rich plasma, utilizes your blood to boost collagen production, which can reduce the appearance of wrinkles and provide firmer skin. Below, we cover how to prepare for your treatment, what to expect during, and how to care for your skin following treatment.
Your PRP treatment will be relatively quick, lasting about 30 to 45 minutes in total. Here’s what to expect:
- Blood is drawn from your arm.
- This blood is placed into a centrifuge to separate the platelets from the rest of your blood.
- Using a microneedling pen, the platelets are put onto the area that is being treated.
PRP treatments are relatively painless. However, we do apply a numbing cream prior to beginning treatment to ensure you are as comfortable as possible throughout.
After treatment
Once you finish your PRP treatment, you can return to your normal activities, there is no downtime required for most people. Some patients experience some redness in the treatment area, but this typically fades within a day or two with most people healing within 24 hours.
It is important to maintain your skin and PRP regimen to achieve and maintain the best results possible. Your doctor may recommend additional treatments to get your initial results, followed by PRP treatments every three to six months following to maintain them. Your dermatologist can also discuss proper skincare after treatment, such as sun protection as well as lotions and creams to keep your skin in good condition.
Charlotte, NC patients who are considering PRP should contact the team at Dermatology Specialists of Charlotte. We can help you determine if you are a good candidate for this treatment and answer any questions you may have prior to signing up. Contact us today to schedule your consultation and start down the path to younger looking skin. Contact Dermatology Specialists of Charlotte, Charlotte’s top Ballantyne and Blakeney Dermatologist, for your dermatology care.