Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF) is a technology that uses your own body’s powerful healing proteins and concentrated growth factors from the blood to naturally rejuvenate skin and speed up recovery. It is three times more effective than the previous generation of PRP. PRF encourages collagen production, treats acne scars, stimulates hair growth, eliminates wrinkles, and tightens loose skin—all made possible by the power of a simple blood draw.

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) was and is a first-generation platelet concentrate, used in some external esthetic treatments like the “vampire facial” as it uses the patient’s own blood to heal and treat the skin. It involves placing the blood sample in a centrifuge and spinning it at high speed. Unfortunately, this procedure requires anti-clotting additives that can compromise the potential benefits of the PRP. On the other hand, Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF) is considered an advanced version of PRP and far superior in skin rejuvenation as well as many other rejuvenative therapies like healing complex wounds or burns. It has become a popular alternative to PRP, with studies showing that PRF is three times more effective than PRP even without chemical additives. Since no additives are used, it forms a “super” blood clot with significantly elevated concentrations of regenerative cells and growth factors capable of stimulating healing. This results in a facial esthetics method that reduces the signs of aging, treats scar tissue, lessens acne scarring, and addresses hair loss.

Dermal fillers are soft tissue injectables administered into the skin to fill in areas that lack volume. As we age, we lose collagen and volume of the fat pads under the surface of our skin making us look older as we age. Derma fillers are designed to diminish facial wrinkles and fine lines, and create a fuller, youthful appearance. Facial fillers aim to provide long-lasting skin augmentation outcomes that generally last anywhere from 6 to 24 months. FDA-approved fillers are categorized into four main classes: Hyaluronic Acid PLLA: Sculptra CaHA: Radiesse Polydioxanone Threads (PDO)

Reduced acne scars Softened crow’s feet Enhanced volume in under-eye hollows Corrected gummy smile Plumped-up lips Reshaped jawline Smoothed chin creases Tightened neck lines

Most procedures themselves take only 15-30 minutes but we schedule you often for longer to ensure you have clean skin, are comfortable, have all your questions answered, and feel good about your results and treatment plan before you walk out the door. Some Bio-filler appointments can take up to an hour due to the time it takes to create Bio-filler from PRF.

With all filler treatments you may experience bruising for 3-5 days post treatment. However, in terms of downtime, there is generally no downtime. We do ask that patients are more cautious with the treated areas for a few days, up to 2 weeks (for example, PDO threads patients should avoid agitating the treated area for 2 weeks but generally this has very little impact on their day-to-day life). We will thoroughly discuss post-op care with you at your consultation so you can plan accordingly.

After your PRF Microneedling treatment, you will immediately experience skin tightness and sometimes a little tenderness. You may also experience skin redness like a mild sunburn for 1-2 days. Nevertheless, the PRF will drastically enhance your body’s natural regenerative proteins and growth factors, so expect improvement within the next 3 days. Your recovery time will depend on your skin color and condition, but you may fully heal within 24 hours post-therapy, especially if you follow an appropriate post-treatment skin care routine.

Within 24 hours, patients may notice an immediate glow in their skin. At 72 hours patients should start to notice smoothness and firmness in their skin texture. Collagen production will reach its peak around 2-4 weeks post-therapy and will continue for up to 6 months.

We use a powerful, prescription strength numbing cream that we place on your skin for 15-20 minutes prior to your procedure. Once your nice and numb, then we begin the procedure and continually ensure you are comfortable throughout the duration! We aim for zero pain, but you may have some very slight discomfort. Most say it’s like a tickle more than anything!

Botulinum toxin or Botox and like products, are a popular cosmetic product used to diminish signs of aging skin. It works by blocking specific nerve signals and paralyzes facial muscles to prevent contraction, thus reducing wrinkles and fine lines. Botox treatment can significantly reverse skin aging when received regularly. Over the years, the uses of Botox products have drastically increased owing to its affordability and convenience, with little to no downtime required post-treatment.

Within 3-5 days. The effects will reach their peak by day 10-14.

Effects last up to 4-6 months, so we usually recommend getting Botox every 4-6 months depending on the current state of wrinkles and force of the various facial muscle contractions.

There are typically none. Redness or a small areas of bruising may occur at the injection site, but this is not common.