PRP therapy or plasma lifting - what is it?

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Modern medical cosmetology offers patients various innovative and effective methods of skin rejuvenation and regeneration. One of these techniques is PRP therapy for the face and body. The procedure, based on the activation of natural recovery processes, has already proven itself on the positive side in a professional environment. Thanks to the PRP therapy procedure, you can make your skin more elastic and hydrated, significantly improve your complexion, and make wrinkles around the eyes and lips less noticeable.

The PRP therapy technique is used not only in cosmetology, but also in medicine. For example, in orthopedics, indications for prescribing the technique include diseases such as arthritis, arthrosis, and osteochondrosis.

Who can benefit from PRP therapy?

Initially, PRP therapy was used in oral and maxillofacial surgery. But its high efficiency made it possible to transfer the technique to other areas of medicine. Treatment with enriched plasma is used in the following areas:

• orthopedics – injections are used for pathologies of joints and soft tissues;
• sports medicine – helps athletes recover from injuries to the musculoskeletal system;
• cosmetology – used to improve facial contour, reduce the severity of wrinkles;
• ophthalmology – proven effective in treating corneal ulcers, in the treatment of dry eye and other conditions;
• gynecology – for chronic inflammatory diseases of the uterus and appendages. to prepare for an IVF program with endometrial thickness less than 7 mm;
• in urology – for the treatment of inflammatory diseases;
• in surgery - in the treatment of severe burns, in abdominal and cardiovascular surgery, in plastic surgery.

PRP therapy is used in dentistry for implantation, neurosurgery, otolaryngology, and rheumatology. It has the greatest effect in the treatment of soft tissue pathologies.

PRP therapy should not be confused with stem cell treatment, which is more experimental methods. Stem cells can remain viable for a long time, but their use is still being studied. Platelets live only 7-10 days and are not able to divide on their own. The method of their use has already undergone a large amount of research and is actively used in many medical centers.

What is PRP therapy?

PRP therapy is an invasive cosmetic procedure that involves the use of the patient’s own plasma to eliminate various external blemishes of the skin of the face and body.

Blood plasma contains a high concentration of platelets, which transport protein compounds into tissues, improves metabolism, activates the synthesis of its own collagen and elastin, promotes the activation of cellular metabolic processes and the production of natural hyaluronic acid.

Renewed cells stimulate the appearance of new cells, thereby improving skin tone, eliminating small and medium wrinkles, giving a lifting effect.

The main feature of the PRP therapy technique is to improve the condition of the skin by stimulating its own immune and regenerative functions, and not by introducing foreign substances under the skin. Due to this, the occurrence of allergic reactions or side effects is almost impossible. Using the patient's own blood eliminates the possibility of infection.

The main differences between PRP therapy and plasma lifting

The main differences between PRP therapy and plasma lifting

The plasma lifting procedure has an immediate but short-term effect.

1. Plasma concentrate is obtained by single centrifugation.
2. Therefore, in plasma lifting, a plasma concentrate with a lower platelet concentration . Although this concentrate contains amino acids and proteins that are beneficial for the skin.
3. A short-term (1-2 weeks) effect of moisturizing, lifting and revitalization appears.
4. Long-term rejuvenation processes do not start. Because The platelet concentration is not enough for this.

PRP plasma therapy has a long-term effect

1. Plasma concentrate is obtained by double centrifugation .
2. In PRP plasma therapy, platelet-rich plasma , which triggers the natural process of rejuvenation and regeneration of the skin.
3. PRP plasma therapy gives a prolonged effect. Because The body gradually begins to produce collagen during the course of procedures.
4. Hyaluronic acid is added to provide a long-lasting moisturizing effect.

Action of platelet concentrate:

Platelets are cells involved in blood clotting and regeneration of damaged tissue. regeneration process starts only with a high concentration of platelets in the blood. This is 4-7 times higher than in human whole blood. This concentration is usually called PRP - Platelet Rich Plasma, or in Russian - platelet-rich plasma. Our goal: to obtain the necessary thromboconcentrate and inject it to start the rejuvenation processes.

To regenerate tissue, platelets release so-called growth factors. There are more than 30 species.

What growth factors influence facial rejuvenation:

Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) promotes the formation of new capillaries. This stimulates the nutrition of skin cells, which leads to an improvement in its color.

Platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF) - attracts cells of the immune system and strengthens local defenses. This gives a powerful anti-inflammatory effect. Inflammations on the face disappear: acne, rash, itching and redness.

Epidermal growth factor (EGF) - stimulates the restoration of the upper layer of skin. Her appearance improves. The skin becomes even and smooth.

Fibroblast growth factor (FGF) - stimulates the proliferation of fibroblasts. New collagen is synthesized. Skin elasticity improves.

Popular questions:

What are the contraindications ? Violation of skin integrity, fever, inflammatory diseases, blood diseases, acute infectious diseases, taking anticoagulants.

Is it possible to do PRP therapy during pregnancy ? Only in consultation with the attending obstetrician-gynecologist.

Is it possible to do PRP therapy during menstruation ? We do not recommend performing PRP therapy on menstrual days. During this period, skin sensitivity and swelling increase.

At what age can the procedure be performed? From 14 to 18 years old with parental consent.

Can I drink alcohol before or after the procedure? It is advisable not to take it before the procedure.

How many procedures are desirable to carry out and what should be the interval? Course - 3 procedures for the face and décolleté. For the scalp, we recommend 6 treatments. The interval between procedures should be from 3 to 4 weeks.

How can you prepare for the procedure? Two to three days before the session, we recommend taking more liquid. Refrain from fatty and spicy foods. 


When will I see the result ? The first effect will be noticeable a week after the 1st procedure. After a month, the effect will intensify. It takes time for cells to recover. The patient will see the full effect within half a year from starting treatment.

You can sign up for the procedure by phone: +7 Or through the online registration form: Sign up online

Benefits of PRP Therapy

Plasma injection is especially effective in combating the first signs of facial skin aging. The technique reduces wrinkles, bags and bruises under the eyes, makes expression wrinkles on the forehead and around the lips less noticeable, improves complexion, relieves dry skin, increases its elasticity and tone. The procedure is effective for eliminating scars and acne scars, making them less noticeable. Due to the fact that PRP therapy increases the skin's own immunity, new rashes will not appear.

Having the widest possible capabilities, PRP therapy can not only rejuvenate the skin, but also helps restore the skin and enhance the effect after other cosmetic procedures.

PRP therapy is effective not only for improving the condition of facial skin and its rejuvenation, the technique can improve the condition of the skin in various parts of the body, as well as stop the process of hair loss, making it thicker and more beautiful. The technique effectively rejuvenates the skin of the hands, neck and décolleté, moisturizes and makes it more elastic, and eliminates stretch marks that appeared after lactation. PRP therapy will also help restore elasticity and improve the condition of the skin on the abdomen and thighs if there are stretch marks.

Contraindications

Restrictions to PRP therapy relate to systemic blood diseases, malignant tumors, pregnancy and lactation. During periods of exacerbation of chronic infectious diseases, you should also postpone the procedure.

Prices

• PRP PLUS
  44 000 ₽
• 1 test tube (blue or red) - as the main procedure

  14 500 ₽

• 1 test tube (blue or red) - as an addition to the procedure

  10 000 ₽

• EXTRA (2 blue tubes)

  24 000 ₽

• Cannula

  400 ₽

Patient's review of the procedure

Nika Palvinskaya

(photographer, beauty blogger):
So, a couple of weeks ago I decided on my first serious cosmetic procedure called plasma lifting.
I went for it because my skin in recent months has not looked very good, to put it mildly, and several of my subscribers recommended plasma, saying that it is one of the most effective ways to improve the quality of the skin. Since the procedure directly depends on the quality of execution, as well as on the test tube itself, so I went to the trusted Frau Klinik for a “bloody affair” with a trusted doctor N.L. Vishchipanova. During the recovery period, I only smeared myself with a healing ointment, which perfectly removed peeling , and used moisturizing sheet masks. On the 6th day, the redness began to subside. The skin seemed to be plumped up and became very elastic and glowing. The tone is simply amazing, how even it is. Just the perfect even skin tone that I have never had in my life. My gray complexion has turned into a healthy one, and my texture has almost evened out. The bruises under the eyes have become smaller, and in the morning there is almost no swelling on the face. Conclusion. Plasmolifting is indeed a very effective procedure for eliminating skin problems: from acne to improving its tone and quality. My face began to look much fresher and healthier than before. The effect is visible after the first procedure, sometimes (to enhance) you can do another one after a couple of weeks, if necessary. It was enough for me to believe in the magic of cosmetology! The quality of the skin will improve if you do not forget about active skin care and nutrition after plasma. Thanks to the clinic and the doctor who created this wonderful magic with my skin!

Stages of skin restoration by day:

• Facial aesthetics

  Remove pimples or acne

• Get rid of acne
• Get rid of enlarged pores
• Remove scars and scars
• Remove unwanted hair
• Moisturize the skin
• Improve complexion

Indications and contraindications for PRP therapy

PRP therapy is indicated in the following cases: - Fading, sagging skin that has lost its firmness and elasticity; — Wrinkles, small scars; — Dry skin, peeling; — Acne, acne and post-acne; - Hyperpigmentation; — Consequences of excessive tanning; — Cellulite, stretch marks; — Skin restoration after laser or chemical peeling; - Hair loss.

Contraindications to the procedure: - Blood diseases; — Chronic diseases of the heart, liver and kidneys; - Oncological diseases; - Allergic reaction; — Pregnancy and lactation period.

How is the procedure done?

2-3 days before the procedure, you must stop taking medications that affect blood clotting. The day before the procedure, it is recommended to refrain from drinking alcoholic beverages and fatty foods. There is also no need to use decorative cosmetics.

During preparation for the procedure, the cosmetologist may prescribe additional diagnostics to identify possible contraindications. If no contraindications for PRP therapy are identified, the doctor proceeds directly to the procedure itself.

Blood is drawn from the patient's vein (the volume depends on the size of the treated area). The skin is treated with an antiseptic solution and, at the client’s request, with an anesthetic cream. The blood is placed in a special centrifuge apparatus that separates the plasma, which is then injected into the subcutaneous layers to a depth of 3 mm.

PRP therapy promotes the activation of stem cells, and as a result, overall rejuvenation of the skin of the face and body. The technique is absolutely safe and very effective. To achieve the maximum positive effect, 4-5 procedures are usually necessary with a break between each of about 2 weeks. The exact number of procedures can only be determined by a cosmetologist, depending on the indications and individual characteristics of the patient. Plasma storage is excluded; a new blood draw is required at the next procedure.

The technique involves a certain pain, but there is no need to be afraid, the sensations are quite tolerable. Plasma injections are carried out using thin needles, and the puncture depth is only a few millimeters. This allows the pain of the procedure to be kept to a minimum.

Plasmolifting and plasmogel - what is the difference?

Plasma therapy is a method based on the introduction into tissues of one’s own plasma obtained from the patient’s purified and centrifuged blood.
During centrifugation, the blood is separated into plasma, red and white blood cells (red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets). Heavy red blood cells and white blood cells are separated by a special gel, and platelets remain in the plasma. Such plasma contains, in addition to nutrients, vitamins, micro and macroelements, the most important thing is growth and cell division factors, which are released during injury to the vascular wall, and when introduced into tissues stimulate skin cells and collagen synthesis. Prepared plasma with platelets, when introduced into the dermis, works as mesotherapy, relieves inflammation, nourishes and moisturizes the skin, lightens age spots, protects cells from free radicals, stimulates the growth and division of skin cells.

But not so long ago, Russian specialists led by Professor Akhmerov developed a new technique - obtaining plasma gel, or biological filler, from plasma. When plasma is heated to a certain temperature, fibrin is formed in it, a biogel from the plasma’s own proteins. It is cooled to body temperature and injected into areas where increased volume is required.

The method of introducing plasmogel is called “plasmofilling”. Filler from your own plasma can be used:

• to restore the volume of the cheekbones and temporal area
• filling nasolabial folds, enlarging and moisturizing lips
• facial oval reinforcement
• filling atrophic scars.

That is, it does everything that conventional fillers are used for. But, unlike them, plasmogel:

• Never causes allergic reactions because it is made from its own plasma
• It costs much less than fillers. Compare, 2 ml of filler cost from 16,000 to 32,000 rubles, 2 ml of plasma gel - 5,000-6,000 rubles.
• The use of plasmogel has much fewer contraindications, because growth factors are inactivated when heated. It can be administered even if there is a history of cancer.
• Plasmogel not only restores volume, but also nourishes the skin due to protein fractions and improves its quality.

Of course, there are also disadvantages: shorter duration of volume restoration, only 2-3 months. Therefore, for a lasting effect, it is better to repeat the procedure after some time.

Contraindications to plasmagel injections:

• Blood coagulation disorders
• Pregnancy and lactation
• Tendency to form keloid scars
• Acute infectious diseases
• Exacerbation of chronic diseases of internal organs
• Autoimmune processes
• Infectious, viral, fungal skin lesions at injection sites.

For therapy with native (unheated plasma), an oncological process of any localization is also a contraindication.

Our patients have managed to evaluate the results of “their own filler” and plasma lifting, and they do these procedures separately or in combination. We can create a rejuvenation program for you both in person and online. Write to us on the website, in Direct on Instagram, in private messages on other social networks. Consultations are absolutely free.

With love, your Beauty Science.

Recommendations after the procedure

Plasma administration does not require a long recovery period. Complete healing of the injection sites occurs within the first 24 hours. To achieve the best effect after the procedure, you must follow a number of recommendations:

1. Do not use cosmetics for 12 hours after the procedure. 2. For 1 week, avoid visiting the solarium and staying in the open sun. To avoid hyperpigmentation at injection sites, use sunscreen. 3. Within 2-3 days after the procedure, refuse to visit the pool, sauna and bathhouse

After a course of procedures, many expect instant results and are disappointed when they do not find them right away. It is important to know that the result after the procedure will be noticeable no earlier than a week later. The effect of the PRP therapy procedure is increasing and long-lasting, and can last for several years.

PRP therapy in Krasnodar

An effective PRP therapy technique is presented at the Symmetry cosmetology clinic. Innovative equipment, high-quality certified materials, experienced specialists - all this is a guarantee of high-quality results. In addition, in our clinic the procedure is carried out exclusively under sterile conditions.

At the Symmetry clinic, the cost of PRP therapy procedures is one of the most affordable in Krasnodar. You can learn more about the method of conducting PRP therapy by scheduling a consultation with our specialists in any way convenient for you: by phone or using the feedback form. More information about the cost of PRP therapy in our clinic can be found in the Cost of Services section.

Plasma therapy YCELLBIO

Duration of procedure: from 60 minutes

Recommended number of procedures: 3

Cost from 14,500 rub.

This method is a new unique medical technology for treatment and rejuvenation with a wide range of applications in various fields of medicine. The technique is based on the use of an injectable form of platelet-rich blood plasma from the patient himself.

PRP therapy is a relatively new method of treatment and rejuvenation, based on the ability of human plasma to trigger regenerative processes in tissues. PRP is platelet rich plasma. The workhorses of blood are platelets. They are responsible not only for blood clotting. Nature has entrusted them with another important mission - to activate regenerative processes. For this purpose, platelets contain special proteins - cytokines, which are captured by skin and tissue receptors and are perceived as an order to recover and multiply, which corresponds to the beginning of regeneration. PRP therapy triggers a mechanism during which the patient’s own stem cells are drawn to the damaged area, which ensure healing of the damaged tissue. Normally, 1 microliter of human blood contains 200-300 thousand platelets. In order to start the regeneration processes, it is necessary to concentrate almost 9 times more in a small volume of plasma.

This is the main difference between PRP therapy and PPP (plateletpoorplasma - plasma lifting method).

From the history

Scientists have known for a long time that our own blood is a real elixir of youth and energy. Many people have been familiar with the technique of autohemotherapy since the 60s, for example, when blood taken from a patient was immediately injected intramuscularly. This caused an increase in immunity and improvement in skin condition.

In the 1970s, surgeons began to enrich human blood plasma with platelets and use it to treat long-healing wounds, which greatly accelerated tissue cell turnover and strengthened blood vessels.

Then specialists in the field of cosmetic surgery tried to inject plasma onto the wound surface to reduce healing and developed a method of enriching plasma obtained from the patient’s own blood with platelets to rejuvenate the skin using the method of mesotherapy on the face, neck, décolleté, and hands.

Principle of the method

The rejuvenation effect of the PRP procedure is achieved through a combination of the special properties of human blood and plasma, which means PRP is a completely natural procedure that does not involve any extraneous chemical components.

The procedure is safe. During the procedure, platelet plasma is used, which is obtained from the patient’s own blood, which eliminates the risk of infection and makes its use in treatment absolutely safe and hypoallergenic.

By centrifuging the patient's blood in special tubes, plasma with a high concentration of hormones, proteins and vitamins is obtained, which, in combination with platelets, accelerate tissue repair and cell renewal. Platelets contain alpha granules, which only at a sufficiently high concentration (more than 1 million/μl) release growth factors: platelet-derived growth factor, transforming growth factor, vascular endothelial growth factor, epithelial growth factor. With the introduction of platelet autoplasma, skin regeneration processes are accelerated. At the same time, the skin becomes more hydrated, elastic, tightened, and the number of facial wrinkles and age spots decreases.

Advantages of the method

• convenience and ease of use;
• no rehabilitation period after the procedure;
• non-toxic, safe and natural procedure;
• minimized risk of allergic reactions and side effects;
• no need for surgical intervention;
• possibility of combination with other types of therapy;
• minimum contraindications; widespread use of the method in various fields of medicine.

Application

PRP therapy is a new revitalizing injection procedure that allows you to start the process of natural rejuvenation of the patient’s skin, ensuring that it functions like youth.

Platelet plasma injected into the patient’s skin normalizes tissue respiration, water balance, and causes the formation of new fibroblasts, osteoblasts, chondroblasts and endothelial cells. At the same time, there is a process of increasing the synthesis of collagen in the dermis, elastin and intercellular substance, enhancing tissue regeneration, activating metabolism in skin cells, and normalizing water and oxygen balance.

Effect of the procedure

• Reduction of facial wrinkles, signs of chronoaging;
• Reduction of facial wrinkles, signs of chronoaging;
• Elimination of hyperpigmentation, signs of photoaging;
• Acne treatment, post-acne reduction;
• Treatment of skin diseases (psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis);
• Reducing swelling, bruises under the eyes;
• Inhibition of aging processes;
• Increasing facial turgor, improving skin texture.

Contraindications

• Critical thrombocytopenia;
• Platelet abnormalities and dysfunctions;
• Hypofibrinogenemia;
• Hemodynamic instability;
• Anticoagulant or antiplatelet therapy;
• Cancer and metastatic disease (especially of the skeletal system and blood);
• Sepsis, acute and chronic infections.
• Chronic liver pathology;
• Chronic intoxication due to excessive active smoking, alcohol consumption, pharmacotherapy;
• Use of NSAIDs less than 48 hours before the blood draw procedure, corticosteroid injections less than 2 weeks before prenatal;
• Feverish state;
• Platelet level less than 100 thousand/μl, hemoglobin level less than 100 g/l;
• Pregnancy, lactation.

Recommendations

Before carrying out PRP therapy, it is sometimes recommended to cleanse the face - but this is not a mandatory requirement (the doctor determines this individually). It is also advisable to have breakfast and drink 2 glasses of water on an empty stomach.

There are also no strict instructions after the procedure. The most important recommendation from doctors is to lead a healthy lifestyle without bad habits that cause irreparable damage to our skin.

The recommended course is from 3 to 5 procedures.

Prices for plasma therapy YCELLBIO