Platelet‐Rich Fibrin as an Effective Method of Skin Revitalization
Lidia Majewska
Abstract
The objective of this retrospective study was to verify with the use of high‐frequency ultrasonography whether Platelet‐Rich Fibrin (PRF) can increase skin density and become an effective method of skin revitalization as well as to determine an optimal procedure protocol for the use of Platelet‐Rich Fibrin to revitalize skin of the periorbital region. Ten patients (women, age 32–45) were assigned for the observation. They reported thinning and wrinkles of the skin in the periorbital area. For each individual two vials (18 mL) of peripheral blood were collected and placed in preprogrammed centrifuge (60 g , 3 minutes). After centrifugation injectable‐PRF (i‐PRF, 2 mL) was collected and injected intradermally in the periorbital area, using the mesotherapy technique with 4 mm 30 G needles. The patients underwent four procedures in one month intervals. A high‐frequency ultrasound device was used to measure skin density. Skin density analyses were performed before PRF administration, a month after the second and a month after the third procedure in the crow’s feet area. The results demonstrated an increase in skin density in all patients after just one procedure: on average it was 1.66 times higher compared to the baseline after the second and 5.08 times higher after the third treatment which was visualized using the DUB SkinScanner imaging. The enrolled patients’ satisfaction with their facial skin appearance was measured with the visual analogue scale (VAS). Digital photographs were taken before the first treatment and a month after the last treatment. The VAS assessment results were as follows: the average score before the treatment was 4 and the average score after the treatment was 8.5, indicating a significant increase in patient satisfaction. i‐PRF seems to be a promising treatment modality for skin rejuvenation in the periorbital area and might be a solution for those seeking natural methods. Although the results of this observation are very promising, there is need for larger controlled research to definitely confirm Platelet‐Rich Fibrin efficacy in the skin revitalization processes.