The world of skin rejuvenation has significantly improved over the past couple of years, with recent procedures relying on your body’s ability to improve itself. Platelet Rich Fibrin Matrix treatments have emerged as a more natural alternative to traditional fillers, boosting the regenerative process from within. 

Whether you’re looking to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, improve your skin texture, or more, PRFM can be a useful solution. Read this blog and find out more about how PRFM works and how it can help you reach your skin goals. 

How Does PRFM Work?

Platelet-rich fibrin matrix (or simply put, PRFM) is an advanced regenerative procedure that uses your own blood to trigger a skin healing process. The harvesting procedure is no different than a regular blood test. Once the blood is drawn, it’s then passed through a centrifuge, which isolates the platelet-rich plasma. 

PRFM is similar at its core to PRP, but it’s created without any anticoagulants. This creates a three-dimensional scaffold that allows the growth factors to be slowly released over time. This leads to a longer-term regeneration process that reduces the number of maintenance treatments required. 

Top Benefits of PRFM

PRFM treatments feature various benefits that let you unlock the skin’s natural glow. This includes the following:

1. Improved Skin Texture

The fibrin matrix effectively stimulates the fibroblast activity, triggering the production of new collagen. This helps reduce textural imperfections like dark spots, skin creases, acne scars, enlarged pores, and more. Skin texture can improve in as little as 6 weeks after getting treated with PRFM. 

2. Higher Collagen Production

PRFM has certain growth factors, such as platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF), vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), and transforming growth factor-β (TGF-β), which stimulate the fibroblasts. This leads to a new production of elastin and collagen, reducing signs of aging such as wrinkles, fine lines, and mild skin sagging. 

While the effect is not as strong as traditional fillers, those with early signs of aging can slow down the process and obtain a more youthful glow.

3. Subtle Volume

The fibrin scaffold offers some structural support that acts similarly to dermal fillers. With time, the continuous release of growth factors promotes the production of new collagen, which creates a plumping effect. This makes PRFM regenerative medicine a good solution for mild cheek volume loss, but also for under-eye hollows.

4. Higher Skin Glow

PRFM treatments can improve microcirculation within the skin, supporting healthier skin cell turnover. This means that the damaged skin cells from the outermost layer will shed faster, making way for the healthier cells underneath to come to the surface. 

This gives the skin a healthy glow, since there will no longer be as many dead skin cells to cause dullness. The procedure is particularly useful for periorbital hyperpigmentation, giving you a more luminous look. 

5. Minimal Downtime

PRFM uses your own blood to reduce the signs of aging. Recovery is minimal with slight needle marks that go away in a day since we use a cannula to inject.

What You Can Expect from PRFM

The PRFM treatment is relatively straightforward, with each session lasting up to an hour. It’s usually well-tolerated, but numbing cream can be applied if you have a high sensitivity to needles. Dr. Ostad recommends about four sessions spaced one month apart for the best effect.

Most patients notice an initial glow within the first few days, as the dead skin cells shed. That said, it can take two to three months to see the full effect, as the collagen needs time to mature. 

Get Your PRFM Appointment Today!

PRFM treatments can help improve your skin quality by using an ingredient that’s easy to obtain: your blood. With minimal downtime and long-term results, PRFM helps you take the first step towards rejuvenation. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Ariel Ostad today and find out how PRFM can help you as well.

For more information about how PRFM can help you, get in touch with Dr. Ariel Ostad at 212-517-7900. He can tailor a suitable plan for your skin needs so that you may enjoy the best results. You can also fill out the online contact form, and we will reach out soon for an appointment!