PRP Injectionsin Mission Viejo, CA

PRP is an excellent non-surgical treatment for firming the skin on the face. While it cannot produce such dramatic results as a surgical facelift, it does provide patients with noticeably firmer, healthier, younger-looking skin.

PRP and Botox work differently, and each offers its own set of benefits. However, PRP delivers entirely natural results and may be exceptionally beneficial for patients who are allergic to ingredients in Botox. Also, results from PRP injections last up to three times as long as those from Botox.

Improvement in skin texture and tone might be noticeable after the initial treatment and can last for several months. For sustained results, multiple sessions might be recommended, usually spaced several weeks apart.

PRP injections are administered with a narrow needle and are not associated with much discomfort. You may feel a pinprick or stinging sensation that passes quickly. A topical anesthetic can be applied to numb this sensation if desired. Most people find the PRP injection process very tolerable.

Because PRP is made from a sample of the patient's blood, it tends to be a safe treatment for most people. However, people with active infections, cancer, hematological disorders, chronic liver disease, thrombocytopenia, those who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and those taking certain medications may not be good candidates for PRP. We will carefully assess your candidacy to ensure a safe and effective treatment. If you are not a candidate for PRP therapy, you may benefit from other minimally invasive skin rejuvenation treatments such as dermal fillers, injectable neuromodulators (Botox), or laser skin resurfacing.

Insurance will not typically apply to PRP injections administered for cosmetic reasons.

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy was first developed to promote tissue healing following an injury or surgery. Since then, its benefits have been extended to the aesthetics realm, where PRP injections are used to boost collagen production and encourage cellular turnover for a more flawless, even complexion. PRP serum is created from a small sample of the patient's blood. The sample is processed in a centrifuge to separate out a high concentration of growth factors, and the resulting solution is administered in a series of injections. By directing this high concentration of growth factors to the skin, PRP therapy kicks off a rejuvenating process that diminishes the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, hyperpigmentation, laxity, and other common skin concerns.

Statistical and anecdotal evidence suggests a high patient satisfaction and success rate for PRP injections administered cosmetically. One peer-reviewed study on PRP injections for facial rejuvenation found a 48 to 60 percent improvement in periorbital dark circles, a 74 to 78 percent improvement in periorbital wrinkles, a 52 to 57 percent improvement in nasolabial folds, and a 52 to 61 percent improvement in skin rigidity.