Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy
At CN Medical Aesthetics & Wellness in Park Ridge,IL, Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is used in regenerative aesthetics to support skin rejuvenation, collagen stimulation, and tissue repair using your body’s own biological components.
PRP is created by drawing a small amount of your blood and processing it to concentrate platelets, which contain growth factors involved in healing and cellular signaling. This platelet-rich plasma is then applied or injected into targeted areas to support natural regeneration and skin renewal.
PRP is commonly used for:
- Facial rejuvenation
- Under-eye concerns
- Hair restoration
- Regenerative enhancement following microneedling or laser treatments.
- Speed up wound healing
- Scars/ acne scars
How PRP Works
Platelets play a key role in the body’s repair process. When concentrated and reintroduced into the skin or scalp, PRP helps stimulate collagen production, improve skin quality, and support tissue regeneration over time.
Because PRP uses your own blood, it is biocompatible and well-tolerated, making it a popular option for patients seeking natural, regenerative aesthetic treatments.
Cellenis Derma PRP® (Bio-Filler)
At CN Medical Aesthetics & Wellness, we also offer Cellenis Derma PRP®, an advanced form of PRP often referred to as a bio-filler.
Derma PRP is processed to create a thicker, gel-like consistency that can be strategically injected to provide subtle volume support while still stimulating collagen production. Unlike traditional dermal fillers, Derma PRP is derived entirely from your own blood and focuses on regenerative support rather than synthetic volume replacement.
Derma PRP is commonly used for:
- Under-eye hollowing
- Fine lines and skin thinning
- Areas needing soft structural support
- Patients seeking a natural alternative to filler
What to expect
The product can be injected beneath wrinkles, hollows, and areas of deflation or it can be applied topically after a microneedling procedure.
PRP and Derma PRP® treatments are performed in-office and typically take under an hour. Most patients experience minimal downtime, with possible mild soreness, bruising, or swelling at the treatment site.
Results develop gradually. Initial improvements may be noticeable within a few weeks, with continued improvement over 2–3 months as collagen production increases.
A typical treatment plan includes 2–3 sessions spaced several weeks apart, depending on the treatment area and goals. Annual maintenance or touch-up treatments may be recommended to help sustain results.
PRP vs traditional Dermal Fillers
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) and dermal fillers address aging in very different ways.
PRP works by stimulating the skin’s natural regenerative processes. Studies and clinical experience show that patients treated with PRP often notice gradual improvement over time, as cellular signaling supports collagen and elastin remodeling. Because PRP activates biological processes rather than adding volume, results may continue to evolve for several months following treatment.
Dermal fillers, by contrast, provide immediate volume correction using substances that are gradually broken down by the body over time. While fillers are effective for restoring structure and contour, their results diminish as the product is metabolized.
Research suggests that PRP treatments can lead to progressive skin quality improvement, with results that may last one year or longer in some patients. When performed on a maintenance basis, PRP may help support skin health as part of a long-term anti-aging strategy, rather than offering only temporary volume replacement.
PRP and fillers are not mutually exclusive and are often used together depending on individual goals, anatomy, and degree of volume loss.