AESTHETIC MEDICAL CLINIC

PRP Platelet-Rich Plasma Skin Therapy

PRP therapy uses growth factors from your own blood to trigger skin regeneration and repair — with no risk of allergic reaction. All PRP treatments at our Clifton, Bristol clinic are administered by our nurse prescribers.

Platelet-rich plasma therapy, sometimes referred to as the vampire facial, uses your own blood to rejuvenate your skin. A small blood sample is taken and processed in a centrifuge to separate the platelet-rich plasma. The concentrated PRP is then either injected into problem areas or applied during a microneedling treatment, driving it into the skin’s surface layers.

Platelets contain a high concentration of growth factors, proteins that trigger the skin to regenerate and repair. All PRP treatments at our Clifton, Bristol clinic are administered by our nurse prescribers.

PRP Combined with Microneedling

Microneedling creates precise channels in the skin’s surface. When PRP is applied immediately after needling, it is driven directly into those channels, placing the growth factors exactly where they are needed. The combination produces a more significant result than either treatment alone. Course of 3 from £650.

How does it work?

  • Platelets contain a high concentration of growth factors.
  • These proteins help to heal injured tissue/damaged skin.
  • When the PRP is injected the platelets release their growth factors which trigger surrounding cells to stimulate the skin to regenerate and repair.
  • In essence Skin repair and rejuvenation is stimulated by PRP therapy.

Who is a good candidate for PRP

  • Patients who would like to improve mild wrinkles and would prefer not to have other injectable treatments
  • Patients who would like to improve skin quality / crepey skin
  • Patients with skin textural concerns

How can this procedure be arranged?

All patients that are interested in having PRP therapy require an initial Consultation with one of our PRP nurse specialists. Patients will receive a thorough and in depth Consultation prior to treatment. Any potential contraindications related to an individuals medical history and medications will be assessed at this Consultation. A comprehensive treatment plan will be discussed and any questions answered.

What to expect after treatment

There are some side effects associated with Platelet Rich Plasma Therapy. Straight away after the procedure, patients will experience some bruising, swelling and redness following the injections. Mild discomfort/tenderness can be experienced most side effects have disappeared within a week or so.

Frequently Asked Questions — PRP