There are very few. Obviously, patients with bleeding disorders or hematologic diseases, heart diseases, liver diseases, cancer ( including skin cancer) or on some medications like blood thinners or aspirin and some other kinds of pain killers do not qualify for this in-office procedure.

PRP therapy is very promising in facial restoration. Results are optimal when patients receive a combination of PRP, dermal fillers, and laser therapy.

PRP can be repeated, and better results are seen with a total of 2-3 treatments given 3 months apart. Patients can expect to see better results as they receive more treatments. With time, the results get better and better.

Any patient who wishes to reduce fine lines, and textural changes of the skin is suitable for this procedure.If used with lipotransfer, It also appeals to the patient who is looking for a natural approach to volumizing the face and treating or reducing fine lines.

Because PRP is made from the patient's own blood, there is no risk for rejection, infection, or an allergic reaction.

The results are subtle, with gradual improvement in the injected area over a 3- to 5-week period. Full correction occurs at 12 weeks and can last as long as 12-- 18 months.

This is a quick 20-minute procedure. After 10 ml of blood is drawn from the patient, it is spun down in a centrifuge for a few minutes at a precalculated speed to retrieve the most viable fibrin and platelets. After centrifugation, the platelets are extracted and reinjected into the area of concern.

Platelets play a role in stopping bleeding and in repairing damaged blood vessels and cells in the body. Platelets also contain substances called "growth factors" that activate and rejuvenate cells in our body. Unlike fillers that use various synthetic substances, PRP uses the patient's natural biology to address skin defects and volume loss, triggering production of new cells and collagen formation.