About Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)
What is PRP?
PRP, or Platelet-Rich Plasma, is a natural treatment that uses your own blood to promote healing and skin rejuvenation. It involves drawing a small amount of your blood, processing it to concentrate the healing components called platelets, and then applying or injecting it into areas needing support.
PRP contains natural proteins called growth factors that signal your body to heal and regenerate. These growth factors promote collagen production, improve skin texture, and support tissue repair, helping you achieve healthier, more youthful skin naturally.
Cell differentiation is another important process involved. It refers to the way stem cells or immature cells transform into specialized cells needed for tissue repair and regeneration. PRP's growth factors encourage this transformation, helping your body create new, healthy cells that replace damaged or aging tissue.
Together, growth factors and cell differentiation make PRP a powerful tool in regenerative medicine. They work to enhance tissue healing, improve skin quality, and restore firmness, giving you results that look natural and last over time
What are growth factors?
One of the key components of PRP are growth factors—special proteins that signal your cells to activate their natural repair processes. These growth factors help stimulate the production of new collagen, elastin, and other essential proteins that support healthy, youthful skin. The following are key growth factors release with PRP and their role:
Platelet-Derived Growth Factor (PDGF)
- Stimulates cell growth and division
- Promotes blood vessel formation (angiogenesis)
- Encourages tissue repair and regeneration
Transforming Growth Factor-Beta (TGF-β)
- Supports the production of collagen and other extracellular matrix proteins
- Regulates cell growth and differentiation
- Reduces inflammation and promotes tissue healing
Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF)
- Promotes formation of new blood vessels
- Improves blood supply to tissues, aiding healing and rejuvenation
Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF)
- Stimulates skin cell growth and regeneration
- Enhances wound healing and skin renewal
Insulin-like Growth Factor (IGF)
- Promotes cell proliferation and differentiation
- Supports tissue repair and skin health
Basic Fibroblast Growth Factor (bFGF)
- Stimulates the growth of fibroblasts (cells that produce collagen)
- Aids wound healing and tissue repair