PRF Treatments
What is PRF?
PRF stands for platelet-rich fibrin, a concentrated mixture of cells and other growth factors that are separated from your blood. PRF is a derivative of PRP, platelet-rich plasma, and contains a complex matrix of white blood cells, fibrin, platelets, and mesenchymal stem cells, all important properties of healing, growth, and rejuvenation. These incredible benefits make PRF a great product for skin rejuvenation and other procedures when used in its liquid or injectable gel form.
What Can PRF and PRF Gel Treat?
When platelets bind to fibrin they release growth factors, kickstarting the healing process by producing more collagen, blood vessels, and skin cells. That means that PRF is a great option for any regenerative cosmetic treatment, addressing problems like:
- Fine lines
- Wrinkles
- Under eye hollowing
- Sagging skin
- Skin texture concerns
- Hair loss
When compared to PRP, PRF provides just as many benefits with the added advantage of continuing to improve the skin’s texture and appearance for several weeks after treatment. This is due to the fact that it continues to release growth factors over time.
How Does PRF Work?
In order to obtain the platelet-rich fibrin that is so crucial to this procedure, a blood sample will need to be taken from the patient. The sample is then spun in a centrifuge at a slower speed than in PRP treatments. The spongy, gel-like product that is isolated from the rest of the blood sample is then injected like a traditional filler or applied to the treatment area like a serum.
PRF gel is used to treat the same issues that other fillers do, being a favorite for under-eye bags, but in a more natural way. PRF is a great organic alternative to other fillers, like the ones that use hyaluronic acid, because it contains an autologous blood concentration that comes directly from the patient’s body.
What Treatments Complement PRF?
Because PRF has such incredible growth factors, it is commonly paired with treatments like microneedling. When the PRF concentrate is applied to the tiny wounds made by the microneedling device, it stimulates a strong wound healing response in the skin, making it a great companion to rejuvenation treatments. The result is smoother, more radiant, and youthful skin.
PRF Maintenance Treatments
Immediately following PRF or PRF gel treatments, you may experience some redness or swelling at the treatment site, but these should go down after a few hours. Avoid touching the face and taking anti-inflammatory medication, in order to keep the healing and growth process in action.
A series of PRF treatments is usually recommended to achieve the best results, and then yearly or twice-yearly maintenance appointments are scheduled to provide lasting benefits. You and your provider will partner up to create a personalized treatment plan best suited to your concerns and aesthetic desires.
Schedule Your Consultation
Fargo Dermatology is committed to providing a high level of medical, surgical, and aesthetic care to patients in the Southeastern North Dakota area. Our incredible team puts professionalism and quality first to help patients achieve their aesthetic desires. Are you interested in learning more about PRF? Schedule a consultation at our Fargo location to start your rejuvenation journey.
