PRP Platlet Rich Plasma

Prior to Treatment, Inform Your Provider of the Following:

• If you have a history of facial and/or nasal herpes or fever blisters receive advice on antiviral therapy prior to treatment.

• If you have a history of any significant allergy or skin sensitivity

• If you have any implants that could be metal

• If you are taking broad beta-blockers such as Inderal (Propranolol), please inform your provider as this medication may need to be changed to a select beta-blocker in advance of the treatment.

• If you have recently had a facial peel or surgery

• Recent use of self-tanning lotions, tanning booths, or prolonged sun exposure 24 hours prior to treatment

• All current medications and supplements including blood thinning, Accutane, and use of Retin-A products

• If you have had Hormone replacement therapy

• If you have a history of Keloid scarring

• If you are pregnant or lactating

7 DAYS BEFORE Treatment:

• Avoid chemical peels, waxing, electrolysis, Laser treatments, or threading

• Discontinue blood thinning agents such as vitamin E, vitamin A, Ginko, Garlic, Flax, Cod Liver Oil, and Essential

• Fatty Acids, and multivitamins, a minimum of 7 days (preferably 14 days) prior to treatment. It is fine to continue iron and vitamin D.

• If you are taking any blood thinners, please let your provider know immediately, as they may represent a contraindication to this treatment. These medications include Plavix, Coumadin, and Heparin.

• Avoid aspirin, Advil, Motrin, Ibuprofen, Naproxen, Voltaren, and other anti-inflammatory medications. We want inflammation to occur – because this is one of the ways that PRP works.

• Prescription medications (including heart and blood pressure medication) should be taken as prescribed right up to, and including, the day of and the day after your treatments.

• Avoid excessive sun or heat exposure.

3 DAYS BEFORE Treatment:

• Avoid topical products such as Tretinoin (Retin-A), Retinols, Retinoids, Glycolic Acid, Alpha Hydroxy Acid, or Salicylic Acid. Also, avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing, or the use of hair removal cream on the area to be treated.

• Avoid excessive sun exposure and wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily of SPF 30 or higher.

• You will be numbed with a topical numbing cream to prevent any pain during the procedure.

• You may expect a certain degree of discomfort, redness, and/or irritation during and after treatment.

• You may have a bruise at the blood draw site.

• You will look as though you have a moderate to severe sunburn and your skin may feel warm and tighter than usual. This typically diminishes within the same day or within 24 hours.

• If you experience any pain or discomfort you may take Tylenol or other Acetaminophen-containing products as directed. Cold compresses can be applied to reduce swelling if necessary.

• Do not take any anti-inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen, Motrin, or Advil. These agents will interfere with the natural inflammatory process that is critical and responsible for your skin rejuvenation.

• Light scabs may form in the treated area and remain for 24 to 48 hours.

• Do not pick or scratch treated skin but instead keep it moisturized.

• Avoid vigorous exercise and sun and heat exposure for at least 24 hours following your treatment.

• Make sure you only use clean linens and towels during the healing process.

• Avoid pets and small children having contact with treated skin for the first 12 - 24 hours.

• During the healing phase, be sure to disinfect your cell phone with alcohol wipes before using or preferably use the speaker phone feature.

• Continue to avoid aspirin, Advil, Motrin, Ibuprofen, Naproxen, Voltaren and other anti-inflammatory medications for 3 days after your procedure (try for 7 days if possible).

• Use a gentle cleanser to cleanse the face for the following 72 hours.

• Use a gentle moisturizer as needed.

• Avoid excessive sun exposure, including tanning beds, and wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily of SPF 30 or higher.

• Avoid warm environments (i.e saunas, steam rooms, etc) for 3 days post treatment.

• By day two or three, your skin may feel a bit dry. This is normal and will resolve on its own.

• You may return to your skin care products and makeup when your skin is not irritated, typically 4 -5 days after treatment.

• You will begin to see improvements in the overall texture and tone shortly after your treatment, but the overall effects take up to 3 months, for optimal improvement.

• New collagen formation takes 4-6 weeks to develop.

• It is recommended to have a minimum of 3 treatments, 4 weeks apart for maximum benefit.