Difference Between PRF & PRP Treatments
The Healing Power of Platelets
From paper cuts to burns, your platelets are the first responder when it comes to healing wounds and rebuilding damaged tissue. Platelets stimulate production of collagen to rebuild damaged tissue, fight infections, speed up your body's healing process, and more. When it comes to cosmetic procedures such as stimulating hair growth, repairing acne scars, or filling in wrinkles, your platelets are the go-to resource to help you achieve your desired results quickly and naturally.
Platelet-Rich Plasma(PRP)
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Preparation
PRP involves centrifuging the blood sample to separate the platelet-rich portion of the plasma from the red blood cells. The resulting plasma is then extracted and processed to increase the concentration of platelets.
PRP preparation takes less time as compared to PRF as it requires only one centrifugation cycle.
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Concentration
PRP typically has a higher concentration of platelets compared to PRF. PRP can have 3 to 5 times more platelets per milliliter of plasma
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Effectiveness
Compared to PRF, PRP is not as effective with the absence of the key growth components used in PRF.
Known as the first generation of platelet concentrate used in regenerative treatment, Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) was adopted by medical professionals decades ago as a holistic alternative to a variety of treatments. The procedure is done by drawing the patient's blood and processing the sample at high speed to separate the plasma in the blood sample - where the growth factors are found. During processing, PRP requires an anticoagulant, or toxin, added into the patient's blood to stimulate this separation. Incorporating anticoagulants limits full release of the growth factors within the platelets and introduces unwanted toxin to the patient. Platelet Rich Fibrin (PRF) was developed as the new & improved solution to PRP that does not require any toxin while fully releasing all the natural growth factors.
Platelet-Rich Plasma(PRP)
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Preparation
PRP involves centrifuging the blood sample to separate the platelet-rich portion of the plasma from the red blood cells. The resulting plasma is then extracted and processed to increase the concentration of platelets.
PRP preparation takes less time as compared to PRF as it requires only one centrifugation cycle.
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Concentration
PRP typically has a higher concentration of platelets compared to PRF. PRP can have 3 to 5 times more platelets per milliliter of plasma
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Effectiveness
Compared to PRF, PRP is not as effective with the absence of the key growth components used in PRF.
Known as the first generation of platelet concentrate used in regenerative treatment, Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) was adopted by medical professionals decades ago as a holistic alternative to a variety of treatments. The procedure is done by drawing the patient's blood and processing the sample at high speed to separate the plasma in the blood sample - where the growth factors are found. During processing, PRP requires an anticoagulant, or toxin, added into the patient's blood to stimulate this separation. Incorporating anticoagulants limits full release of the growth factors within the platelets and introduces unwanted toxin to the patient. Platelet Rich Fibrin (PRF) was developed as the new & improved solution to PRP that does not require any toxin while fully releasing all the natural growth factors.
Why Choose PRF over PRP Treatments?
10X
PLATELET CONCENTRATION
3X
MORE EFFECTIVE
100%
NATURAL
Platelet-Rich Fibrin(PRF)
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Preparation
PRF requires a slower and longer centrifugation process that results in a denser matrix rich in fibrin. This takes longer than PRP as it requires multiple centrifugation cycles.
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Concentration
PRF has a moderate concentration of platelets with fewer red blood cells, but higher concentration of fibrin. Fibrin helps to stabilize and protect the platelets and growth factors and enhances the release of essential growth factors, which promote tissue regeneration.
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Effectiveness
PRF is considered more effective than PRP because of its longer term benefits. PRF contains more fibrin, leukocytes and stem cells compared to PRP, which results in more sustained release of growth factors and, therefore, a more rapid and more prolonged healing and tissue regeneration.
While both PRF and PRP treatments involve removing the patient's blood and isolating the platelets, the major difference between the two treatments is in their preparation. By removing the anticoagulant, or toxin, the PRF contains more bio-available platelets trapped inside their natural fibrin network. Fibrin is key to the slow release of growth factors, producing longer lasting results. Not only is PRF a more safe, natural solution, it is also more effective!
Ready to get started on your custom PRF treatment plan? Call The Smile and Face Company today at (912) 335-1755 to schedule a free consultation with the PRF treatment expert, Dr. Smith.
Platelet-Rich Fibrin(PRF)
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Preparation
PRF requires a slower and longer centrifugation process that results in a denser matrix rich in fibrin. This takes longer than PRP as it requires multiple centrifugation cycles.
-
Concentration
PRF has a moderate concentration of platelets with fewer red blood cells, but higher concentration of fibrin. Fibrin helps to stabilize and protect the platelets and growth factors and enhances the release of essential growth factors, which promote tissue regeneration.
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Effectiveness
PRF is considered more effective than PRP because of its longer term benefits. PRF contains more fibrin, leukocytes and stem cells compared to PRP, which results in more sustained release of growth factors and, therefore, a more rapid and more prolonged healing and tissue regeneration.
While both PRF and PRP treatments involve removing the patient's blood and isolating the platelets, the major difference between the two treatments is in their preparation. By removing the anticoagulant, or toxin, the PRF contains more bio-available platelets trapped inside their natural fibrin network. Fibrin is key to the slow release of growth factors, producing longer lasting results. Not only is PRF a more safe, natural solution, it is also more effective!
Ready to get started on your custom PRF treatment plan? Call The Smile and Face Company today at (912) 335-1755 to schedule a free consultation with the PRF treatment expert, Dr. Smith.
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