Platelet-Rich Fibrin

Platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) injections are a completely safe and natural means of activating your body’s healing processes. It’s an autologous treatment wherein components derived from your body are injected into your skin to produce enhanced cosmetic results, giving you smoother, tighter, and more even skin. Dr. Savalia has embraced platelet-rich fibrin injections as an incredibly effective means of boosting your complexion and addressing your skin concerns.

What are Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF) Injections?

Platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) is a component derived from a sample of your blood. It’s a platelet concentrate composed of growth factors, platelet cytokines, and other components that support your body’s natural growth and healing processes. Platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) injections activate your body’s natural healing processes to heal your wounds, produce new skin cells, and address most of your cosmetic concerns, giving you smoother, tighter, and more youthful skin.

HOW DO PRF INJECTIONS WORK?

During the PRP treatment, a small sample of your blood is derived via syringes, similar to a simple blood draw. The blood is purified in a centrifuge, isolating the PRFs from other components of the blood. As mentioned earlier, the PRF contains the growth factors and platelet cytokines, i.e., the components responsible for skin cell regeneration, collagen formation, and other growth processes.

When the harvested PRF is injected into the targeted areas, your body produces new skin cells, replaces the old skin cells, and increases collagen production. Collagen is the skin’s natural structural framework, responsible for its tightness, firmness, and youthfulness. Over time, your skin appears smoother, fuller, and more even, and the new skin cells replace the damaged skin cells, making the textural irregularities fade away.

Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF) Injections Treat…

Wrinkles and fine lines
Skin laxity and sagging skin
Enlarged pores
Acne scars and surgical scars
Hyperpigmentation and melasma
Textural irregularities

Benefits of Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF) Injections

Non-surgical treatment
Autologous treatment
Safe for everyone
Activates collagen production
Increases skin cell turnover
No downtime or complications
Naturalized results

The PRF Treatment Experience

Your PRF treatment starts with a private consultation with our expert injectors. They carefully review your medical history and discuss your cosmetic goals to determine if you’re a viable candidate for PRF injections. If so, they curate the ideal treatment plan, which involves identifying the treatment areas and injection spots. They also walk you through every step of the process ahead of time.

The procedure starts with the collection of your blood sample from your arm using a small syringe. The blood sample is placed into a centrifuge that spins at a specific speed and setting. After some time, the PRFs are isolated from the other components, rising to the top of the vials. Meanwhile, the provider cleanses the treatment areas and applies a numbing gel on your skin.

The PRF isolation takes less than 5 minutes, following which the harvested sample is injected into the strategically-chosen treatment sites. The number of injections depends on your specific goals and concerns. The entire process concludes within 30 minutes, following which you can resume your daily activities without downtime or complications.

Recovery & Results

You might experience mild redness, swelling, and itching around the treatment areas for a few days, but you can resume your daily activities immediately. There are no extended recovery periods or long-lasting side effects. However, the PRF results don’t appear instantly. The results start appearing gradually over several weeks as your body produces new collagen fibers and skin cells. Most patients need multiple sessions for optimal results — your provider will discuss your treatment plan and frequency.

FAQ

Are PRF injections safe?

Yes. PRF injections are completely safe because the components are derived from your own blood, so there’s no risk of allergies or other complications.

Do PRF injections cause pain?

No. PRF injections are painless and comfortable. You might feel a little pinch as the provider draws a small sample of your blood, but that’s all. We also apply a numbing cream to ensure optimal comfort.

When will I see the results?

You’ll start seeing the results 3 to 4 weeks after the session, with continued improvements over several sessions and months. The results are gradual because the treatment relies on your body’s natural healing and growth processes.

How many PRF treatments do I need?

Most patients need 4 to 6 PRF treatments scheduled 1 to 2 months apart. However, your provider will recommend the ideal treatment frequency based on your specific needs and goals.

Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF) injections