This treatment is highly dependable on the patient's level of hydration (patients need to start the hydration process 72 hours before treatment). 64oz of water are recommended per day for the 3 days leading up to your PRF treatment.

Patients who smoke may have less response to this treatment. 

Discontinue tretinoin/Retin-A, Differin, Renova, alpha hydroxys, salicylic acid, retinols/retinals, exfoliants, waxing, laser treatments, IPL 1 week before your micro-needling with PRF and until your provider tells you to continue. 

For one week before treatment, avoid the following medications: Aspirin, Advil, Motrin, Ibuprofen, Aleve, Naprosyn, Excedrin (all OTC pain pills except Tylenol), Vitamin E, Gingko Biloba, Omega-3 fatty acids (fish oils), cod liver oil, CoQ10, garlic, and ginger.

If you are taking any blood-thinning medications per doctor's orders (such as Coumadin, Xarelto, Warfarin, Plavix, Lovenox), do not discontinue without first consulting the prescribing physician. If you continue to take these medications the chances of developing a hematoma (blood clot) which can leave a dark spot is higher.

It is recommended not to consume alcohol prior to your appointment for 72 hours as this can increase chances of bruising.

Do not schedule any social events for the next 7 days as you may have bruising and/or swelling from your treatment. Arnica and cold compresses may be used to help to decrease bruising and swelling.

Arrive for your appointment wearing no makeup. 

Avoid sun/UVR exposure/tanning for at least 1 week before and 2 weeks after your treatment.

No working out or increasing your heart rate for 36 hrs after your treatment. 

No sauna, steam, hot showers for 36 hrs after your treatment.

If you have any known allergies to lidocaine or stainless steel, inform your provider.

If you have a history of herpes/cold sores, begin your anti-viral medication 2 weeks prior to your procedure.

If you have a history of keloid scarring, inform your provider.

The procedure may take between 60 to 90 minutes.

Photos will be taken for documentation purposes only.

Your provider will numb your skin before the procedure to minimize any discomfort or pain.

Approximately 10 cc of whole blood is drawn from your arm.

The tubes of blood are centrifuged to separate the component cells. Platelets, Leukocytes and Mesenchymal stem cells are separated and used for this procedure.

The platelet rich fibrin plasma is then transferred into a syringe and injected into the desired area or a micro-needling device is rolled over the area to be treated, and the PRF is applied to the skin.

Day 1

Red appearance of the skin will vary depending on your treatment and the depth of the penetration of the needles. You may experience a sun-burnt feeling on your skin; this is normal and to be expected. If needed, cool compresses may be applied throughout the day to soothe the skin and an occlusive such as vaseline is used througout the day.

Day 2

Redness or pinkness of the skin will be similar to moderate sunburn. Swelling may be more noticeable. You may experience dryness, flakiness, and or mild peeling.

Day 3

Skin may still be pink or have returned to normal color. Swelling will subside. After three days, there should be little evidence the procedure has taken place, but in some instances you may experience redness, flakiness, and peeling for up to 2 weeks.

Patients who are pregnant, trying to get pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Patients who smoke may have less response to this treatment because nicotine from cigarettes increases blood pressure and lowers platelets.

You should also avoid platelet-rich plasma injections if you consume excessive amounts of alcohol because alcohol diminishes your body's capacity to release stem cells.

Have active skin cancer in the treatment area(s)

Have open wounds, sores, or irritated skin in the treatment area(s)

Have an allergy to stainless steel or anesthetics

Have a hemorrhagic (bleeding) disorder or hemostatic (bleeding) dysfunction

Are currently taking drugs with the ingredient isotretinoin (such as Accutane)

History of eczema, psoriasis, actinic (solar) keratosis, diabetes, or other chronic conditions

Presence of raised moles, warts or any raised lesions in targeted area; active acne

Immunosuppressive therapy

History of contact dermatitis; rosacea

Active bacterial, fungal, or viral infections (i.e. herpes, warts)

Keloid scars (a scar that grows outside the boundaries of an original scar)

Patients on anticoagulants

Scars and stretch marks less than one year old

Those with wound-healing deficiencies.

Scleroderma

Collagen vascular diseases or cardiac abnormalities

Rosacea or blood clotting problems

Active bacterial or fungal infections

Immuno-suppression

Facial fillers used in the past 6 months.