WHAT AREAS CAN BE TREATED WITH PLATELET RICH PLASMA? PRP is completely your own tissue and contains no synthetic products or ingredients. Therefore, virtually any area of the body can be treated, such as face, neck, chest, hands, scars, etc. PRP is sometimes applied topically (after skin treatments, either with needles or lasers). Injected beneath the skin, PRP may act as both a volume enhancer and agent of skin rejuvenation. WHAT DOES “AUTOLOGOUS” MEAN? When your own tissue is grafted in you or given back to you, it is called an autologous graft, by far the safest and longest lasting-type of tissue graft. Placing your own fat on the face, breasts, or hands is autologous grafting. You may think of it as a graft from “me to me.” WHEN WILL I BE ABLE TO RETURN TO WORK? There is some swelling and redness for several hours after the treatment. You should be able to return to work the next day. HOW MANY TREATMENTS WILL I NEED? The basic strategy for a PRP injection program can range from one to four treatments spaced at least four to six weeks apart. Yet, once you discuss the primary priorities of your skin needs with your physicians, the number of treatments may vary. ARE THERE ANY SIDE EFFECTS? Because all of the components in PRP are from you and you alone (autologous in origin) there is virtually no risk of an allergic reaction or intolerance. Nevertheless (before the treatment) you need to disclose all medications you are taking (including herbs) to your doctor. HOW WILL I TAKE CARE OF MY SKIN AFTER THE TREATMENT? In order to enjoy a maximum response to your PRP injection treatment, you should eat right, drink lots of water and incorporate the facial skin care recommended by your physician. 54