• PRP Treatment for the Face. Commonly referred to as a Vampire facelift, Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections are a way of enhancing the face using your own blood products, which is why it got the name. Your blood is extracted and spun in a centrifuge which gets rid of the white and red blood cells and just leaves the platelets.

What are the benefits of PRP for faceSome of the most common and desirable benefits of PRP facials include: A Vampire facial stimulates the natural production of collagen by causing skin cell trauma. Once your skin has been penetrated, its existing collagen will begin healing it over. While this is happening, new, healthier, and tougher collagen is being grown by your body.As we age, we notice many changes in our bodies. Many obvious changes take place in our skin. Do you have wrinkles and facial lines that you want to get rid of without surgery? Well, the vampire facial or plasma-rich protein (PRP) facial may be your answer. It triggers production of collagen and, via micro-needling, it improves skin tone and texture.Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) facials became popular with plastic surgery because of their role in wound healing. PRP has a high concentration of platelets. which allows for the formation and release of growth factors and active proteins that promote healing. It is widely used in facial skin rejuvenation.What is the PRP Procedure for the Face? First clean face and apply Lidocaine anaesthetic cream. Keep it for 45 minutes then start treatment.PRP facials are not cosmetic procedures, but rather medical procedures. The person doing the procedure takes a sample of your blood and isolates the protein-rich plasma and platelets to create the PRP.A centrifuge is spun around to extract protein-rich plasma. The platelets are also removed. The sample is then concentrated and called platelet-rich plasma (PRP). The high levels of growth factors in the PRP help the body to heal. Dermatologists began using PRP to promote the growth of collagen. Orthopaedics inject PRP to heal joints of the knees, ankles, and elbows.The full effect of PRP facial treatments appears in a few weeks to months. PRP is given to enhance someone's appearance, so the cost is not covered by medical insurance. How Does the PRP Facial Work?There are different ways to get the PRP facial. In the first option, the plasma is spread on your face, after which microneedling across the forehead and cheeks helps the face absorb proteins. Micro needling is a procedure that makes a series of superficial, tiny holes using sterile needles. Both the microneedling and the PRP stimulate collagen growth.The second option is called the vampire facial. This includes having the plasma injected into the skin like a filler. The original skin problem is attacked twofold – beneath the skin and on top of it. There is not a lot of research concerning the effectiveness of vampire facials. One study did reveal that participants who received PRP injections in one cheek and saline in the other saw improvements in the PRP-injected cheeks.PRP Benefits for FaceThe PRP facial can be beneficial to people who have wrinkles, sun damage, or scars. By placing PRP back into the skin, cell proliferation is encouraged. This leads to an increase tone and collagen production. As a result, the skin will look tighter, fuller, and smoother.In the areas with deeper wrinkles and lines, the doctor may also choose to use hyaluronic acid fillers or neuromodulators. These are Botox®-like wrinkle relaxing injections. Fillers restore the volume to the face that is naturally lost with aging. Facial muscles are kept from contracting by the neuromodulators. The neuromodulators help to reduce lines that occur from muscle overuse. This is inclusive of crow's feet surrounding the eyes. These products can be used together to treat the whole face.Is PRP safe?The PRP procedure appears to be safe, but dermatologists are still researching. There may be some pain, swelling, or bruising after the procedure that goes away in a few days. The problems can come from how blood products are handled. They must be kept sterile to prevent infection. The facility of choice should use the same process as transfusion centres to make sure the PRP made from your own blood is used. If you receive the wrong blood, you could become ill. Who can have PRP rejuvenation?PRP is deemed safe for most people, but it is not recommended for people with these medical conditions:PRP for Hair.• PRP for Hair Loss. Medically reviewed by PRP(platelet-rich plasma) therapy for hair loss is a threestep medical treatment in which a person’s blood is drawn, processed, and then injected into the scalp.What is the process of PRP therapy?

• PRP therapy process. PRP therapy is a three-step process. Most PRP therapy requires three treatments 4–6 weeks apart. Maintenance treatments are required every 4–6 months. Your blood is drawn — typically from your arm —and put into a centrifuge (a machine that spins rapidly to separate fluids of different densities) PRP therapy for loss of hair is a three-step medical treatment in which a person’s blood is drawn, processed, and then injected into the scalp.Some in the medical community think that PRP injections trigger natural hair growth and maintain it by increasing blood supply to the hair follicle and increasing the thickness of the hair shaft. Sometimes this approach is combined with other treatment. There hasn’t been enough research to prove if PRP is an effective hair loss treatment. However, PRP therapy has been in use since the 1980s. It’s been used for problems such as in ligaments, and muscles.PRP therapy processPRP therapy is a three-step process. Most PRP therapy requires three treatments 4–6 weeks apart.Maintenance treatments are required every 4–6 months.Step 1Your blood is drawn — typically from your arm —and put into a centrifuge (a machine that spins rapidly to separate fluids of different densities).Step 2After about 10 minutes in the centrifuge, your blood will have separated into in three layers:

• platelet-poor plasma

• platelet-rich plasma

• red blood cells Step 3The platelet-rich plasma is drawn up into a syringe and then into areas of the scalp that need increased hair growth.There hasn’t been enough research to prove whether PRP is effective. It’s also unclear for whom — and under what circumstances — it’s most effective.PRP for hair loss side effectsBecause PRP therapy involves injecting your own blood into your scalp, you aren’t at risk for getting a communicable disease.Still, any therapy that involves injections always carries a risk of side effects such as:

• injury nerves

• infection at the injection points

• scar tissueThere’s also the chance that you could have a negative reaction to the cream used in the therapy. If you decide to pursue PRP therapy for hair loss, let your doctor know in advance about your tolerance to anaesthetics.Risks of PRP for hair lossBe sure to report all medications you’re on before the procedure including supplements and herbs.When you go for your initial consultation, many providers will recommend against PRP for hair loss if you: have a history of alcohol or and any disease You might also be rejected for treatment if you’ve been diagnosed with:

• acute or chronic infectionschronic disease 

• hemodynamic instability

• hypofibrinogenemia

• platelet dysfunction syndromes

• systemic disorderTakeawayIf you’re concerned about hair loss, you have a number of options including medication along with transplant. Another consideration is PRP therapy.Although there’s limited clinical proof that PRP for hair loss works, there are many who believe that PRP is a safe and effective way of reversing hair loss and stimulating new hair growth.Talk to your doctor to see which treatment or combination of treatments is the best choice for you.9]Principles of Dermatology Prescription.

(DO’S AND DONT’S)1. Detailed history of allergy due to drugs taken in the past should be taken before prescribing any drug. Also history of ingestion of other drugs must be obtained to avoid drug interaction.

2. Nature of treatment depends on the stage of the disease. More acute the condition less strong the local applicationse.g. lotions for acute conditions, creams for subacute conditions, creams or ointment for chronic conditions.

3. Vehicle in which the medication is incorporated requires careful consideration as does the manner of application. Use of incorrect form of medicament will aggravate rather Than improve the condition by causing sensitization.

4. Areas near the eyes and genitals should be treated with mild remedies because of increased percutaneous absorption.

5. Adhesive plaster should be used with caution and not close to an acute skin lesion.6. Patent or proprietary preparations should be used only after studying their composition, side effects and contraindications.

7. Ultraviolet therapy should be used with discretion in local treatment as wrong use of it may aggravate thecondition.It should be avoided in cases with a history of photosensitivity and in lupus erythematosus or antifungal treatment.

8. H/O previous application of corticosteroids can change the clinical picture of the disease.

9. X-ray therapy in skin diseases should be left to the expert.

10. If malignancy is suspected biopsy should be done before starting any treatment.

11. Associated diseases like diabetes, hypertension, peptic ulcer or pulmonary tuberculosis should be excluded before prescribing certain drugs such as corticosteroids.

12. Avoid all drugs in the first trimester of pregnancy. Use minimum unavoidable drugs in later pregnancy. Strong steroid ointment should be avoided since if applied for a long time. They are absorbed into the blood. Ask for epilepsy as drugs given for the same may interact with some antifungal drugs.

13. Additional drugs may have to be incorporated in the prescription to counteract the side-effects of main drug prescribed antacids when corticosteroids are used.

14. Patient who has been fully treated should be re-examined at frequent intervals to observe remote untoward effects of drug prescribed and to check a release.

15.In contagious skin disease, not only the patient but all the family members and contacts should be examined and if found infective, should be treated simultaneously for scabies.

16. Treatment should be divided into two parts:Local Systemic.Topical therapy is the mainstay in dermatological practice. Understanding the principles of the therapy is important.

17. Many topical agents penetrate the skin barrier and enter the blood circulation. Absorption is more in infants and children and this must be kept in mind with corticosteroids.

18. Hydration of skin before topical application enhances absorption. If local application is not applied in correct strength, it may give rise to side effects like