DRACULA THERAPY

With the Dracula Therapy (or PRP - Platelet Rich Plasma) we cleverly use the power of nature, through the concentrated mix of your own growth factors, to stimulate the tissues around the area of concern.

The treatment is versatile, because it works wherever it is injected; it can stimulate the hair follicles in case of hair loss, the fibroblasts in the skin to produce more collagen and elastin for aesthetic purposes around the eyes, face, décolletage or hands. It also can be used to improve acne scars in conjunction with skin needling.

General Disclaimer: Results and experience from the treatment may vary from person to person.

How effective is it?

Dracula therapy (PRP) is backed up with medical research and widely used in different areas of medicine (surgery, cosmetic surgery, dentistry, dermatology, orthopaedic surgery, etc.). Based on the numbers from an aesthetic practice (920 treatments of 368 patients) 75% of patients were pleased with the results and came back for a second and third sessions as it is recommended.

How does it work?

By applying the natural way that our bodies deal with any injury; the platelets in our blood stop bleeding by clotting together and initiate the healing process by releasing a mix of growth factors, responsible for tissue regeneration.

How do we do it?

A small amount of blood is drawn from the patient into a sterile tube in the exact same manner as a standard blood sample. The tube containing a patient’s blood is placed into a centrifuge and spun to separate the plasma and platelets from the other blood components.

After a few minutes, the plasma and concentrated platelets are removed from the same tube and re-introduced into the patient at the site of the injury, scars, skin, obvious lines or wrinkles. Using a small sterile needle, Dr Bela will inject the PRP in and around the desired site.

This is a 100% natural procedure, without using animal products derivative or any other foreign material. Research and clinical data show PRP obtained from the patient’s own blood is safe, with very minimal risk of adverse reactions or complications.

Because the platelets are produced from your own blood, there is no risk of rejection or disease transmission.

How long does a treatment take?

It takes 30 – 45 minutes.

How many treatments and how often is this therapy needed?

While responses to treatment vary, most people will require 1-3 sessions. Each set of treatments is spaced approximately 4-6 weeks apart. There is no limit to the number of treatments you can have. Dr Bela will determine your treatment protocol according to your skin condition.

What results can I expect from PRP treatments?

Improvement of skin texture and tone are noticeable within three weeks. Full collagen regeneration takes up to three months.

Can any skin type or colour have PRP treatment?

Yes, PRP treatments can be used on all skin types and colours.

Are results immediate?

No. Swelling from the fluid is what you will see and feel first. Over the days/weeks the platelets will release the growth factors and pre stem cells which will assist in more collagen growth.

How long do results last?

Treatment results vary, however, in most patients the results last up to 18 months. Touch-up treatments will maintain the results.

Possible side effects of PRP facial rejuvenation

Minimal swelling and redness for 12-24 hours. Some little bruise at the needle site may be visible for 2-3 days.

Little bit of science

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is an autologous concentration of human platelets. Because it is a concentration of platelets, it is also a concentration of the 7 fundamental protein growth factors proved to be actively secreted by platelets to initiate all wound healing. These growth factors include the 3 isomers of platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF), 2 of the numerous transforming growth factors (TGF1 and TGF2), vascular endothelial growth factor, and epithelial growth factor.