PRF - Patient Care Instructions

Pre-Injection Instructions:

  • Avoid blood thinners and anti-platelet medications for 1 week including aspirin, fish oil, vitamin E, alcohol, wine, and ibuprofen.
  • Plan downtime for bruising and swelling that can take a full 2 weeks to subside

Post-Care Instructions:

  • No ice over the area where PRF was injected.
  • No makeup over the injected or treated area for 24-48 hours
  • If combined with microneedling, microinfusion, or RF microneedling, follow proper post-care for the procedure including gentle skincare and proper sun protection.
  • If PRF is applied topically, please wait 8 hours to wash off.
  • Continue to avoid blood thinners for 5 days
  • Avoid touching or rubbing the area unless injected with PRF Gel then continue gentle massage of any lumps until they have resolved.
  • Avoid swimming or undertaking strenuous exercise for 5 days.
  • Make sure to plan your next treatment within the suggested window as suggested by your provider
  • Avoid exposing yourself to long periods in the sun
  • Avoid sitting in a sauna, hot tub, or Jacuzzi for 1 week
  • Avoid exposing yourself to extreme hot or cold temperatures
  • For treatments involving the face or lip area:
  • DO NOT drink very hot or cold beverages
  • DO NOT receive complimentary treatment such as chemical peels, laser treatments, etc. These should not be performed for at least one month