Microneedling with PRP, Benefits, Method and Much More - Al Siraj Medical Center

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If you're familiar with some dermatology treatments, Microneedling will surely sound familiar. 

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This treatment has become one of the trendiest cosmetic solutions for multiple reasons, such as its ability to treat various skin concerns, its safety for all skin types, and its minimal downtime. Better yet! Imagine combining all these benefits with the PRP treatment. Sounds amazing, right?

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In no particular order, this article will walk you through all the ins and outs of Microneedling with PRP benefits, methods, complications, and anything in between.

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So please grab a cup of tea, and let's dive straight in!

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How Does Microneedling Work?

Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that involves using fine needles to create hundreds of tiny, invisible puncture wounds in the top layer of the skin. Microneedling helps patients rejuvenate their skin and treat different skin conditions, such as acne scarring, sun damage, wrinkles, stretch marks, and more.

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What About PRP?

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy uses the patient's blood to promote healing and rejuvenation of the skin.

The process starts with taking a small blood sample from the patient. The blood is then spun in a centrifuge to separate the platelet-rich plasma. The PRP is either applied topically after microneedling or injected directly into the skin.

PRP will stimulate the natural repair of the skin to reduce fine lines, wrinkles, and scars, but that's not all; it also boosts skin firmness and elasticity and calms irritated skin.

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Check out our article about PRP

Now, Let's Combine the Two

Microneedling with platelet-rich plasma (PRP), which you might also hear referred to as a Vampire Facial, is an innovative aesthetic procedure that combines platelet-rich plasma with microneedling. It is typically performed on the face but can be applied to any area of the body that requires an aesthetic improvement.

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Microneedling with PRP Benefits

Microneedling with PRP has plenty of benefits for the skin, and here are some of them:

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• Reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and scars.
• Ensures a shorter recovery time and more efficient healing.
• The use of the patient's blood during the treatment minimizes the risk of allergic reactions or adverse effects.
• Treats popular skin conditions like hyperpigmentation, sun damage, large pores
• Uneven skin texture irregularities
• Helps to decrease the appearance of stretch marks.

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How is This Treatment Different from Regular Microneedling?

There are some key differences between this treatment and the regular microneedling, so let's get into them one by one:

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Contrary to regular microneedling, which involves using fine needles to create micro-injuries in the skin, microneedling with PRP improves the effects of microneedling by adding platelet-rich plasma (PRP) derived from the patient's blood to boost healing and skin rejuvenation further.

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Another key difference is that Microneedling relies solely on the body's natural healing response to the micro-injuries. Microneedling with PRP utilizes the growth factors in PRP to stimulate more robust skin regeneration and repair. Even when it comes to benefits, Microneedling with PRP offers additional benefits such as skin hydration, reduced inflammation, and enhanced skin tone.

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Last but not least, Microneedling with PRP is safer and minimizes the risk of allergic reactions since PRP is derived from the patient's blood.

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How is the Microneedling with PRP Treatment Performed?

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Performing Microneedling with PRP involves a series of steps and phases, so let’s walk through them: 

Blood Draw

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A small amount of blood is drawn from the patient's arm, similar to a standard blood test.

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PRP Extraction

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The blood sample is placed in a centrifuge, which spins at high speed to separate the platelet-rich plasma (PRP) from the other blood components.

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Microneedling Procedure

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A microneedling device, fine needles, is used to create controlled micro-injuries in the skin. The device is moved over the treatment area, creating tiny punctures in the skin. This stimulates the body's natural healing process and collagen production.

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Application of PRP

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The extracted PRP is applied to the treated skin. The microchannels created by the microneedling allow the PRP to penetrate deeply into the skin. In some cases, the PRP may also be injected directly into specific areas of the skin that need extra rejuvenation.

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When Will The Patient See The Outcomes?

The patient will be able to notice the results as soon as the skin starts healing and the collagen and elastin are produced. This typically starts 1 to 3 weeks after undergoing the treatment, and the skin will keep improving after that.

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It's worth mentioning that larger scars will require more time to respond to the microneedling with PRP treatment positively. Each session takes 45 to 60 minutes, depending on the patient's skin condition.

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Some Potential Complications

Even though Microneedling with PRP is a very safe solution, it can sometimes have some side effects, such as:

• Bruises, swelling and redness
• Rare infections and scarring
• Rare outbreak

Microneedling with PRP at Al Siraj Medical Center

If you want to get the most out of Microneedling with PRP, you’ve got to choose the best medical provider, and if you’re in Qatar, look no further than Al Siraj Medical Center 🏥

We’ve built a strong reputation of delivering top-notch dermatology services, and our doctors have a sensational record of performing Microneedling with PRP treatments. Check what our patients had to say 🔊

All you have to do to secure your spot with Al Siraj Medical Center is to fill in this booking form, or if you like the direct contact, feel free to give us a call at 📲 +974 44493666

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Microneedling with PRP FAQs

How many PRP microneedling sessions are needed?

Patients will typically need three treatments spaced 4-6 weeks apart.

What does your face look like after PRP microneedling?

Your face will look very natural and vibrant.

How painful is microneedling with PRP?

After the microneedling with PRP treatment, you may feel a mild prickling or tingling sensation, but it should not be painful.

Does microneedling with PRP make you look younger?

Some patients see fewer wrinkles and age lines after a vampire facial, but this treatment cannot make their faces look the way they did years ago.

How long does microneedling with PRP last?

The PRP microneedling results will usually fade after 6 to 12 months.