PRP / PRF Treatments
After Your Treatment
Caring for yourself after PRP / PRF Treatments
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Your PRP / PRF Treatments treatment is complete! Here is how to care for the treated area over the coming days so you heal beautifully and get the best possible result.
- ✓Expect mild inflammation, swelling, and redness. There may be bruising in certain areas.
- ✓Apply Arnica gel or cream twice a day for 3 days then daily for 1 week.
- ✓Avoid manipulating or pressing on the treated area for 48 hours (including having other facial treatments done). If you are concerned with any lumps felt, please call the office for a follow-up appointment within 48 hours.
- ✓Try to sleep on an incline and not on your belly.
- ✓Avoid any massages where you are pushing your face into a massage table. 6. Avoid the following for at least 1 week: -Retin A/Tretinoin or retinol containing products -NSAIDS (Ibuprofen, Motrin, Aleve, Naprosyn, Aspirin)—Tylenol is allowed for pain relief -Certain nutritional supplements (Gingko, Garlic, Vitamin E, Vitamin A, Flax Oil, Curcumin and other anti-inflammatory nutrients) -Systemic Steroids (prednisone, dexamethasone) -Alcohol and cigarettes
- ✓Please call (617) 313-2723 if you are experiencing any abnormal symptoms or if you have any questions or concerns.
Questions or concerns at any time? Call or text us at (617) 313-2723 — we are always happy to help.