Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) & Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF)

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) therapy is a non-surgical treatment for a wide range of injuries, ailments and chronic pain. This innovative approach uses growth factors and protein from your blood to speed healing and alleviate pain. It is a fast-growing area of orthopedics and sports medicine. These “autologous” injections are derived from your own blood, and are not synthetic or taken from a donor.

What is Platelet-Rich Fibrin?

Your body has an amazing capacity to heal itself. PRF therapy jumpstarts and nourishes that natural healing process using your own blood components. 

Your blood contains platelets and plasma, in addition to red and white blood cells. The platelets and plasma contain proteins and growth factors, which are the desired substances when it comes to therapy.

Here is how the process works:

• Your blood is drawn from your arm
• The vials of blood are inserted into a centrifuge which spins them around at a high rate of speed
• The action of the centrifuge separates the various components of the blood, so that the plasma is isolated from the other components
• The isolated plasma contains many more platelets than a normal sample of blood
• The platelet-rich fibrin is injected directly into the treatment area
• The growth factors in the platelets kickstart the healing process, and kickstart the production of new cells, collagen and tissue.

It usually takes multiple sessions to get results, potentially stretching over several weeks or months. PRF therapy is a natural way to help your body boost it's own collagen production. 

PRF for Hair Loss

Platelet-rich fibrin can be used to stimulate hair growth by injecting the blood directly into the scalp. The injections are a concentration of platelets from your own blood. While research is ongoing, the idea is that the blood and growth factors introduced to the hair follicles prompt the growth of hair. Find out if you are a candidate for this treatment if you are experiencing hair loss.

Frequently Asked Questions about PRF

Does PRF really work?

Studies are currently limited, but we do know that the injection of platelet-rich fibrin is low risk and we have seen the benefits it can provide to proper candidates. PRF injections improve and speed the body’s ability to heal.

What are the side effects of PRF injections?

Severe complications associated with PRF injections are not common, which may be because the injections are your own blood. Nonetheless, side effects are possible. After the injections, you may experience pain and/or soreness at the injection site. There is a risk of infection, as is the case with most injectable treatments. There are also risks of tissue damage and nerve injury. There is also the risk that the injections do not provide the relief hoped for.

During your consultation, we review all of the possible risks and side effects possible. You have the right to make an informed decision about PRF injections.

How long does it take for PRF injections to start working?

It often takes about 6 months to get the full benefits of these injections. This timeline varies based on what is being treated and the individual person. 

Do PRF injections hurt?

You will likely feel a pinch as the needle is inserted. The level of discomfort depends a lot on the treatment area. 

You may feel nervous about the injection appointments. We know each person has his or her own tolerance for and comfort with injections. Overall, PRF injections are not described as painful by our patients. 

Are PRF results permanent?

Unfortunately, no. PRF results are not permanent but can last up to a year before you may need new PRF injections.

Arrange Your Consultation

The only way to know if PRF injections may be right for you is to schedule a consultation. An assessment will be made of your current symptoms and health conditions, which help determine the appropriateness of platelet-rich fibrin therapy.

PRF injections: $350 per treatment area

Undereye PRF treatment: $600 per session

PRF Hair Restoration treatment: $600 per session