A year and a half ago, I had hyaluronidase in the tear trough to correct an overfill of Restylane. This caused a cavitation below the injection site where no filler had been, along with persistent skin redness and other skin changes (texture, pore size, etc). A derm recently suggested PRP treatments as a possible solution. I'd welcome feedback on this procedure (is it injected deep into the dermis or superficially like "vampire facials"?), risks, and judgement of likely effectiveness. Thank you!
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Hi moimoi923, It may seem strange to experience swelling after microneedling with PRP since it's your own blood, but it happens. For undereye bags, the treatment of choice would either be surgery or fillers. Restylane Refyne produces good results on tear troughs. Discoloration can be ad...
Usually the immediate effects of PRP wears off in a few days. I would not be too concerned yet. In another week or so you should see full resolution of your swelling, if for some reason it still swollen by then see your provider . Gentle massages to the area might help if there is some swelling...
Yes, PRP is suitable for your age and no, you won't be dependent on the procedure. PRP doesn't work that way. You're still young and PRP will only keep your skin young and healthy. You will only need 1 treatment per year maybe every 18 months even. You likely do not need more than 2 t...
