PRP Therapy uses platelet rich plasma prepared from your own blood. A small sample is drawn and spun in a centrifuge to separate the platelets, which carry natural growth factors involved in tissue repair. That concentrated plasma is then injected or applied topically in the area your provider recommends, supporting the body's own renewal process.
Because it is versatile, PRP can be directed toward skin quality, thinning hair or other concerns your provider identifies during your evaluation. At our Merrick clinic, we begin by understanding your goals, then recommend where and how PRP should be used, whether on its own or alongside another treatment, and how many sessions make sense.
- Treatment time
- Often 30 to 60 minutes, by area
- Downtime
- Little to none
- Results
- Gradual over weeks
- Sessions
- Typically a series, by area
Benefits of PRP Therapy
Autologous Source
Prepared from your own blood, lowering the chance of allergic reaction
Versatile Uses
Can be directed to the skin, scalp or other areas by plan
Growth Factor Support
Concentrated platelets deliver signals that support repair and renewal
Tailored Delivery
Injected or applied topically, depending on the area and goal
Pairs With Treatments
Combines well with microneedling and other procedures to enhance results
Quick Recovery
Most people resume normal routines soon after treatment
More PRP Treatments
Platelet rich plasma from your own blood, prepared in the clinic to support repair and renewal.
PRP Face
Your own growth factors, applied to restore a radiant, even complexion.
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PRP Joint Injections
PRP Joint Injections use the healing components of your own blood to support damaged tissue in and around a joint.
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PRP without Microneedling
PRP without Microneedling delivers your own platelet rich plasma through precise, shallow injections instead of pairing it...
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Our provider will help you choose the right treatment for your goals.
PRP Therapy may be beneficial for individuals who:
Want a regenerative treatment using their own blood- Prefer natural options over synthetic products
- Have skin or scalp concerns to address gradually
- Are exploring PRP before choosing a specific plan
- Want to boost results from another treatment
- Have no known blood or platelet disorders
Curious About PRP?
Book a consultation to learn whether PRP Therapy fits your goals and where your own plasma could help you most.
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Questions About PRP Therapy
What is PRP made from?
PRP is made from a small amount of your own blood. A centrifuge separates the platelet rich portion from red blood cells, concentrating growth factors into a small volume of plasma. Nothing synthetic is added, which is part of its appeal for many patients.
Which areas can PRP treat?
PRP is used for facial skin quality, under eye skin, thinning hair and other areas a provider may recommend after evaluation. Whether it is injected or applied topically depends on the area and goal. Your provider will explain what PRP can realistically do for you.
Does PRP hurt?
The blood draw feels like routine lab work. Depending on the area, numbing cream or local anesthetic is used before injections, so most people feel pressure and brief stinging. Topical application after another treatment is typically very gentle.
How many PRP sessions are recommended?
Because PRP works gradually, a series of sessions spaced several weeks apart is often suggested, followed by occasional maintenance. The exact number depends on the area treated and your response. Your provider will outline a plan during your consultation.
What to Expect
Your consultation clarifies what you want to treat and whether PRP is the right tool. On treatment day, a small blood draw is taken and processed in a centrifuge while the area is cleansed and, if needed, numbed. Your provider then injects or applies the plasma to the treatment area. Mild redness, swelling or tenderness may follow briefly. You will receive aftercare tailored to the area treated and a plan for any follow up sessions.