Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) facelifts are catching on as more people look for new ways to refresh their skin. Many are searching for treatments that take little time to recover from and can be done quickly. At Mariposa Aesthetics and Laser Center in Oklahoma City, OK, we specialize in innovative rejuvenation treatments, including the PRP facelift. This treatment harnesses your body’s natural healing abilities to revitalize facial skin, offering a refreshed, youthful appearance.
What Is Platelet-Rich Plasma?
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a treatment using a patient’s blood to promote healing in injured tissues. The process involves extracting a small amount of blood from the patient and then using a centrifuge to separate the components. This separation process concentrates the platelets, which are critical components of blood that help clotting and are rich in growth factors.
The concentrated platelet-rich plasma can then be injected back into the patient’s body at the site of tissue injury. The high concentration of growth factors in PRP is believed to enhance the body’s natural healing processes. PRP is used in various medical and cosmetic treatments, including those for sports injuries, orthopedic conditions, aesthetics, and the treatment of osteoarthritis.
What Is a PRP Facelift?
A PRP facelift, also known as a “vampire facelift”, is a sophisticated rejuvenation treatment that combines the natural healing properties of platelet-rich plasma with the volumizing benefits of dermal fillers. This treatment significantly enhances facial aesthetics by restoring volume and defining facial contours. During the PRP facelift, PRP is injected alongside carefully selected dermal fillers into strategic areas of the face. This combination reduces wrinkles and addresses sagging skin and volume loss, providing a more comprehensive anti-aging solution.
What Is Involved in Our PRP Facelifts?
Creating Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP): From You to You
Within a matter of minutes, your practitioner can create autologous (which means from you to you) PRP and activate your stem cells for the treatment.
Here’s how:
- First, the practitioner draws an amount of blood similar to that of a basic lab test.
- Second, the practitioner places the blood into a centrifuge and spins the blood at a very rapid rate, separating the platelets from other blood components.
- Third, the platelets are activated by using natural methods. This activation of platelets is the final step in producing your very own platelet-rich plasma. The best way to visualize PRP is to think of the yellow “goo” that surrounds a scab. The thick serum that forms that yellow material calls stem cells to the area and activates them to create new skin.
The Stem Cells in Your Blood
Scientists know that unipotent stem cells lie dormant in the skin and provide the building blocks for healing burns or cuts. Until recently, physicians had no convenient way to stimulate those stem cells to grow new tissue. By utilizing the blood’s growth factors, such as platelets, a physician can activate the stem cells to grow new, younger-appearing skin.
Unipotent stem cells, which grow only one specific tissue, can be found in every part of the body. For example, unipotent stem cells in the liver grow new liver tissue. Unipotent stem cells in the skin grow new skin. Thus, PRP takes the cosmetic rejuvenation process to a scientific level.
Activating 8 Growth Factors
Platelet-rich plasma is similar to HA fillers because it can be injected to sculpt the face. Not only does the PRP cause an increase in volume, but it contains at least eight growth factors that will continually work like a rejuvenating agent.
By activating these growth factors, all three parts of the aging process improve:
- The skin color becomes a “younger” color because of new blood vessel formation.
- New collagen formations lift the face back to a more youthful shape.
- Because the growth factors are working to build a new dermis, the outermost layers of your skin appear smoother.
The Science of Pure Beauty
From the Renaissance until now, physicians, scientists, and artists have worked to define what makes a face more beautiful.
The challenge becomes how to take a face and bring out the beautiful, without creating an unnatural shape. In the art and science of pure beauty, the tiniest details are of utmost importance. The physician, like the artist and the scientist, deeply studies beauty to determine where and how much HA filler and growth factor to apply.
Benefits of a PRP Facelift
Natural Skin Rejuvenation
A PRP facelift promotes natural skin healing and rejuvenation by using the patient’s own platelets, which are rich in growth factors. This helps to enhance skin texture and elasticity, leading to a smoother, more youthful complexion.
Reduced Wrinkles and Fine Lines
The growth factors in PRP stimulate collagen production, which is crucial for maintaining skin firmness and elasticity. Increased collagen can reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, providing a more even skin tone.
Minimal Downtime
Unlike surgical facelifts, a PRP facelift involves minimal downtime, allowing patients to return to normal activities more quickly. The treatment is less invasive, typically involving only injections, which reduces recovery time.
Enhanced Safety
Since PRP is derived from the patient’s blood, the risk of allergic reactions or infections is significantly lower than treatments involving foreign substances. This makes it a safer option for those concerned about the side effects of synthetic fillers or implants.
Long-Lasting Results
The effects of a PRP facelift can be long-lasting due to the natural stimulation of the body’s healing processes. Patients often see improvements in skin quality that can last for several months to over a year, depending on individual factors.
Frequently Asked Questions About PRP Facelifts
How Long Do the Effects of a PRP Facelift Last?
The results of a PRP facelift can vary, but typically, the effects last anywhere from one to two years. Results are not immediate and can take several weeks to appear as collagen production increases fully.
What Is the Difference Between a PRP Facial and a PRP Facelift?
A PRP facial, often known as a “vampire facial,” involves drawing a small amount of the patient’s blood, enriching it for platelets, and applying it to the face. Sometimes, microneedling is used to enhance skin texture and stimulate collagen production.
In contrast, a PRP facelift is more comprehensive, combining PRP with dermal fillers to restore facial volume and improve contours. This treatment rejuvenates the skin and provides significant anti-aging benefits by addressing sagging skin and volume loss, making it a more intensive option than the PRP facial.
How Much Does a PRP Facelift Cost?
The single price is $600 per tube, while a package of three tubes costs $1,500. Prices may vary per patient based on area(s) and the number of treatments needed. Schedule your consultation now to determine if you are a good candidate for PRP.
Who Is an Ideal Candidate for a PRP Facelift?
Ideal candidates for a PRP facelift are individuals looking to improve skin texture, firmness, and overall appearance without invasive surgery. It is suitable for those with mild to moderate skin aging who are in good health and have realistic expectations about the results.
Experience the Transformative Effects of a PRP Facelift in Oklahoma City, OK
At Mariposa Aesthetics and Laser Center in Oklahoma City, OK, we provide advanced and safe cosmetic treatments like the PRP facelift. This standout treatment improves facial contours, reduces aging signs, and boosts long-term skin health by stimulating natural collagen production. If you’re seeking lasting facial rejuvenation, consider our PRP facelift. To explore how a PRP facelift can benefit you, we encourage you to schedule a consultation with us. Contact us online or call (405) 759-7546 today to book your appointment.