PRP & Mesotherapy Applications

What is PRP Therapy?

PRP (Platelet-rich plasma) therapy, also known as thrombocyte-rich plasma therapy, is a treatment where the patient's own blood is drawn, processed through various procedures, and injected into the tissues to be treated. The main areas of application for PRP therapy are hair loss and skin rejuvenation (anti-aging), and it is also used as an additional treatment for tendon, muscle, ligament, and joint injuries.

What is Mesotherapy?

Mesotherapy is a treatment method where vitamins, enzymes, minerals, and amino acids are applied to the skin either individually or in combination through micro-injections. The injection is made into the middle layer of the skin, and the substances to be applied and their amounts are determined according to the patient.

How is PRP Therapy Done?

In the first stage of PRP therapy, a tube of blood is taken from the patient. Then, the platelet-rich plasma is separated from the other components of the blood using the centrifuge method. The separation process takes about 5-8 minutes. Platelets contain a high amount of growth factors, which support collagen production and accelerate tissue healing. Platelets also have properties to accelerate blood flow and strengthen cartilage.

PRP therapy is administered through injection. The injection can be somewhat painful, so to ensure that the patient does not feel pain during the procedure, PRP injection is administered mixed with anesthetic medication. In hair loss treatment, after applying a local anesthetic solution to the scalp, the injection is performed.

PRP therapy can also be performed concurrently with surgical procedures; in this case, the procedure is performed under general anesthesia.

How is Mesotherapy Done?

Before the application, an anesthetic cream is applied to the skin, and it is waited until the cream takes effect. After ensuring that the cream has taken effect, the procedure is started. Mesotherapy needles are injected into the skin during the approximately 20-minute procedure. These micro-needles with anti-aging effects can reach up to the middle layer of the skin. Mesotherapy provides skin rejuvenation and lifting effects.

What are the Applications of PRP Therapy?

In recent years, PRP therapy has been used in many conditions either alone or in addition to other treatments. These include:

• Hair loss: PRP is the most common application area. PRP injections are used to prevent hair loss and promote new hair growth. PRP therapy is particularly successful in male pattern baldness. Treatment can be combined with hair mesotherapy.
• Skin rejuvenation: It is possible to eliminate signs of aging on the skin and improve the overall appearance of the skin with PRP. Platelets increase the elasticity of the skin and show positive effects on skin deformities such as wrinkles and sagging. Tendon injuries: Another application area of PRP therapy is tendon injuries. Tendon is the tough and thick tissue bands that connect muscles to bones. The biggest problem with tendon injuries is the slow progression of the healing process. The healing process can be accelerated by using PRP injection therapy to treat chronic tendon disorders.
• Osteoarthritis: PRP injections are recommended for patients with osteoarthritis. When PRP is injected into the knee and hip joints affected by osteoarthritis, it is possible for the disease to progress in a positive direction. What are the Applications of Mesotherapy? What are the Types of Mesotherapy? Mesotherapy means middle skin treatment. This treatment is used especially for skin rejuvenation and facial lifting purposes. Besides facial mesotherapy, hair mesotherapy is also a frequently used method.

Mesotherapy can be used for the treatment of:

Eliminating signs of aging on the skin (wrinkles and sagging), Treatment of pigmentation, Treatment of stretch marks and cellulite, Hair loss, Under-eye dark circles and bags, Acute and chronic pain, Fibromyalgia, Vitiligo, Sports injuries The fact that needle mesotherapy is somewhat painful scares some patients. These patients may prefer needleless mesotherapy. Needleless mesotherapy, known as mesopeeling, is a painless and non-invasive application. It is ideal for patients who are afraid of needles and want to treat sagging, scar marks, stretch marks, and spots on the face, neck, chest, and décolleté areas. When combined with filler application, mesopeeling provides more permanent and effective results.

How Long is the Recovery Time After PRP Therapy?

PRP therapy generally requires 3-4 sessions depending on its purpose and the area applied. The recovery time also depends on the number of sessions. The healing process of the treatment, which starts to show its effects gradually from the first session, continues for a long time, between 3-12 months after the last session. PRP therapy is a treatment that shows its effects in the long term.

How Long is the Recovery Time After Mesotherapy?

Mesotherapy affects within an average of 4-6 sessions; however, results begin to show from the first session. It is necessary to wait for 2-3 months to see the final results.

What Should be Considered After PRP Therapy?

Swelling may occur in the application area after PRP treatment. You can apply ice massage to reduce these swellings. After PRP treatment, it is recommended not to use blood-thinning medications for 7 days, not to go to the sauna or steam room for two days, to avoid smoking and alcohol for at least 3 days, and to rest for the first 2 days. It should also be noted not to touch the treated area with water for up to 6 hours after PRP injection, and not to apply makeup for at least 24 hours after facial treatments. Finally, it is also recommended to avoid swimming pools and seas for a certain period to prevent the risk of infection.

What Should be Considered After Mesotherapy?

The application area should not be touched on the day of mesotherapy. After hair mesotherapy, the hair should not be washed and definitely not dyed on the same day. After body and facial mesotherapy, it is forbidden to take a bath on the same day, go to the sauna or steam room, scratch, rub or massage the treated area, or use cosmetic products (such as cream or makeup). After body mesotherapy, it is advisable not to wear tight clothes that compress the body. Also, heavy exercise on that day is not recommended.

In short, it will be beneficial to avoid exertion and rest on the day you receive mesotherapy.

Are There Any Side Effects of PRP and Mesotherapy Applications?

Both applications are safe and harmless as long as they are performed by expert doctors. The only known side effects of PRP and mesotherapy are mild bruising, redness, and swelling after the procedure. Even if these side effects occur, there is no need to worry because they disappear spontaneously within 2-3 days.