Regenerative Medicine Therapy

What is Regenerative Medicine

Just what is regenerative medicine? The world-renowned Mayo Clinic defines regenerative medicine as “a game-changing area of medicine with the potential to fully heal damaged tissues and organs, offering solutions and hope for people who have conditions that are beyond repair.” Here at Arviv Medical Aesthetics, we offer our patients the healing properties of the components in platelet-rich plasma (PRP) to help heal the body’s largest organ, the skin as well as other areas.

How Regenerative Medicine Can Help You

If you struggle with any of these issues, PRP may be right for you.

• Fine lines and wrinkles
• Skin that needs toning or tightening
• Loss of collagen and skin volume
• Dark circles under the eyes or crow’s feet
• Scarring from acne
• Redness from rosacea or similar skin conditions
• Sagging breasts
• Hair loss
• Decreased male and female sexual performance

How Does Regenerative Medicine Work?

Platelet-rich plasma is a method of self-healing, as it uses an extract from your own blood minimizing the risk of infections or rejection. The extract contains up to five times more proteins, platelets, and growth factors to promote healing and regeneration of the tissues. These regenerative properties have been known to medicine for years. Surgeons call upon them to help heal tendons, joints, and ligaments damaged through injury. PRP can also be used to help heal diabetic ulcers and even regrow bones and muscles.

How do PRP Treatments Harness These Regenerative Properties?

Now the same technology can help reduce wrinkles on the face and improve the appearance elsewhere on the body. Regenerative medicine treatments using PRP can be combined for maximum impact with minimal procedures and minimal downtime.

The clinician begins by drawing blood from the patient, which is run through a centrifuge to separate the plasma from the platelets. The plasma (PRP) is injected back into your skin, or the clinician may use a process called micro-needling. The PRP stimulates a localized stem cell response to produce new tissue. Over time, the stem cell response calls on fibroblasts, which are specific kinds of cells that produce collagen. The fibroblasts regenerate the damaged tissue with new, healthy skin.

Which Regenerative Medicine Procedures Are Offered at Arviv Aesthetics?

At Arviv Aeshtetics, we perform a number of regenerative medicine treatments using PRP at our locations in Miami, Ocala, and Tampa. We offer our patients with a wide array of PRP injection options. These range from PRP facials, to utilizing PRP in brast lifts, scalp treatments, and sexual health related injections.  Our ArviCell Enhancement Therapy uses our Proprietary Regenerative Therapy Protocols prime and then supports your body so that the ‘stem cells’ you receive produce maximal therapeutic effects in your body tissues.

To learn more about the various PRP treatments we offer at each of our locations, explore the additional resources below:

• Tampa PRP Treatments
• Miami PRP Treatments
• Ocala PRP Treatments

What to Expect from Regenerative Medicine Procedures:

Rejuvenation via platelet-rich plasma appeals to those looking for a natural solution rather than a chemical one. Blood vessels, skin, and nerves are renewed using components of your own blood. As an added bonus, the procedure involves no downtime, so you can get back to your busy life right away. With the judicious use of anesthesia, PRP injections come with minimal discomfort. Contact us today to find out if PRP might be the answer you’ve been looking to find and continue reading for an overview of what to expect when coming in for regenerative medicine treatments using PRP.

How to Prepare for Your Regenerative PRP Treatment

1. Discontinue anti-inflammatory medications 3-4 days prior, avoid aspirin for 1 week prior to treatment. Discuss with your doctor prior to discontinuation of medications that you take regularly and are prescribed to you.
2. Discontinue any blood thinning herbs, supplements, or vitamins 1-2 weeks prior to your treatment.
3. Discontinue systematic steroids 1-2 week prior to treatment. This needs to be discussed with your doctor, do not stop steroids abruptly on your own.
4. Discontinue steroid injections 1 month prior to your treatment. This needs to be discussed with your doctor, do not stop on your own.
5. Avoid alcohol for 2-3 days prior to your treatment.
6. Eat a healthy breakfast and drink plenty of water on the day of the procedure.

PRP Post-Treatment Instructions

1. You may experience some mild discomfort at the injection site.
2. Make sure you stay hydrated.
3. Do not take any medications without consulting with your doctor as it may affect the healing process.
4. Avoid Anti-inflammatories 2 weeks post procedure. May use Tylenol.
5. Avoid herbs, supplements, or vitamins for 3-4 days post procedure.
6. Avoid systemic steroids for 2 weeks after your procedure.
7. Don’t apply ice after the procedure for 72 hours.
8. Don’t take a hot bath or go to the sauna for the first few days after the treatment.
9. Avoid alcohol for 1 week after your procedure.
10. For scalp procedures and joint procedures, avoid swooning the first 24 hours after your treatment.
11. Reduce Caffeine consumption in the first week after treatment.
12. Avoid smoking for the first 2 weeks.

Schedule your appointment for 8-12 weeks after your procedure and discuss the need for additional treatments.

Schedule Your Appointment for Regenerative Medicine Today

If you would like to speak with one of our experienced medical experts regarding a regenerative medicine procedure, don’t hesitate to schedule an appointment today at any of our South Florida medical spa locations.