Did you know that plasma from your own blood may be able to treat your problems? PRF therapy in Phoenix is becoming more and more popular to treat a host of conditions, from joint pain to hair loss. The benefits of PRF therapy include:
We all have plasma in our blood. It’s mostly made of water and protein, but it also contains something very important: platelets. These platelets have healing growth factors that have the ability to treat a wide variety of medical and cosmetic conditions. When platelet-rich fibrin is administered to the problem areas (via injections), the results are often effective.
If you’re interested in trying PRF treatments in Phoenix, you may be a great candidate. However, you most likely will not be able to undergo PRF therapy if you have:
Combination of these two treatments have been known to increase the longevity and level of results. Filler provides your skin with a restored fullness in areas that have lost volume over time. The addition of PRF helps sustain those results by jumpstarting your body’s own natural regenerative processes. PRF injections in Phoenix also treat skin issues that filler alone cannot, such as fine lines, acne, and uneven texture. These two treatments on their own work incredibly well, but in conjunction are able to deliver better, longer-lasting results.
Each PRF procedure will be different for each patient, depending on what area you are having treated. However, most appointments begin with the area being cleansed, and then a topical numbing agent is applied to help minimize any discomfort.
Next, a vial of blood will be drawn from your arm (1 to 2 ounces). The blood will be placed in a spinning centrifuge, which will separate the blood from the plasma in layers. The plasma is then extracted into a syringe and is then injected into the area to be treated—whether it’s the face, lips, scalp, or another area.
When platelet-rich fibrin is used in conjunction with microneedling for facial rejuvenation, it is applied drop-by-drop to the face rather than being directly injected.
The best thing about a PRF treatment in Phoenix is that there is very little downtime. There will be different side effects for each patient and each treatment, but in general, our Phoenix patients can go back to their regular activities after their PRF therapy session. Some patients experience soreness, bruising, itching, or scabs in the area that received PRF injections.
Sometimes PRF treatment in Phoenix is covered by insurance. To make sure, call your insurance company.
The pain level during a PRF procedure will depend on each patient, according to what is being treated and their own personal pain threshold. Some patients have said that the needle just feels like “tingling”, and others compare it to getting a tattoo.
Because your blood is drawn during a PRF treatment, be sure to eat something beforehand so that you don’t get lightheaded.
With most PRF therapies and treatments, multiple appointments are required to achieve optimal results. During your consultation with Dr. Craft, he will discuss how many treatments you will need.
Double board-certified surgeon Dr. Randall O. Craft founded CraftMD in Phoenix to provide patient-centric, compassionate care with an emphasis on safety. Dr. Craft has the credentials, education, and experience to carry out surgical and cosmetic procedures such as PRF treatments at his Phoenix location with satisfying, transformative results. To schedule a consultation with us, please call (602)899-6444 or contact us online.
