I have had 2 prf injections. It has been about 1.5 months. I have seen no difference in my appearance. I am 61 years old. How many treatments should I need and when should I expect to see results? Should I continue with prf or switch to dermal fillers? Could my age be the reason I am not seeing any visible results?
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Answer: Does PRF work?
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Lucas Bryant, MDFacial Plastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
Treating perioral and chin hyperpigmentation with IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) and PRP ( Platelet-Rich Plasma) can help reduce the appearance of dark spots by targeting melanin in the skin. Oral tranexamic acid can inhibit melanin production, further reducing hyperpigmentation. Together, these...
Good PRP or PRF requires good quality plasma and good plaletet counts. A cell has helped a lot and it is considered almost like a fertilizer. PRP/PRF should work if you are young and healthy, and adding A cell will boost the results but it is not mandatory.
No, PRF and EZ Gel are not the same. PRF is a natural fibrin matrix derived from your blood, while EZ Gel combines albumin (from your blood) with heat to create a gel-like consistency for longer-lasting effects. Both are used for skin rejuvenation but have different preparation methods and...