PRP; (Platelet rich plasma) is the process of separating the plasma of the blood with a special process and giving it back to the body by injection after a small amount of blood is taken from the body of the person. The obtained plasma is very rich in cells called "platelets". Platelets, whose main task in the body is to ensure blood clotting, have an important role in wound healing thanks to the growth factors they contain. With PRP treatment, it is possible to heal some diseases in the body and rejuvenate the skin with one's own blood. In PRP treatment, in which the person's own blood is used instead of drugs, slowed cell regeneration is prevented, especially with environmental and genetic factors. PRP; It is used in the treatment of many orthopedic diseases from hair loss, skin rejuvenation, pain treatment.
In which diseases is PRP treatment used?
PRP treatment, in which cells called platelets play the leading role, has found use in many branches of medicine. Today, PRP is used in non-healing leg wounds due to diabetes and varicose veins, tendon injuries and tendonitis such as tennis elbow, and to accelerate the wound healing process after dental implants.
There are many visible changes in the aging skin due to age and environmental factors. The elasticity of the skin decreases, wrinkles increase and sagging occurs in the skin. Of all these; Decrease in collagen and elastin fibers in the skin and deterioration in their structure are responsible.
With antiaging PRP treatment, it is aimed to increase the production of collagen and elastin fibers in the skin, thanks to the growth factors contained in the platelets.
Thanks to the PRP process, a completely natural rejuvenation is achieved without giving any foreign substance or medication to the body, with 3-4 sessions of application at 2-4 week intervals. Those who have PRP first notice an improvement in the dry and dull appearance of the skin, starting from the first sessions. With the following applications, a reduction in wrinkles and an increase in the elasticity of the skin are observed in those who have PRP.
How is PRP applied?
PRP is a treatment method that should be applied by specialist doctors. First of all, the blood taken from the patient is placed in a special tube under sterile conditions. The blood is then placed in a tube containing the gel. The substances in the blood in the tube placed in the centrifuge are separated within 5-8 minutes. The plasma part of the blood rich in platelets and growth factors is separated. The resulting mixture is applied to the relevant area by injection method.
PRP is applied with an average of 3-4 sessions at intervals of 2-4 weeks, in combination with mesotherapy according to the needs of the person. After the PRP cure is completed, the process can be continued with injections 1-2 times a year.
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