PRP/PRF/EZ Gel Pre & Post Care
BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT
- Minimize bruising by avoiding aspirin, ibuprofen/NSAIDs, fish oil, vitamin E, alcohol and blood thinning agents
- Try to arrive to your appointment with clean skin and no makeup if possible
- Inform your provider if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have autoimmune conditions or bleeding disorder, or have had recent treatments to the area
- Avoid dental work and vaccines within 2 weeks before treatment
- Stay well hydrated prior to your appointment, as hydration improves the quality of the PRF sample
AFTER YOUR APPOINTMENT
For the first 24 hours after treatment:
- Avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, steam rooms, hot tubs, and excessive heat exposure
- Avoid makeup and keep the injection sites clean
- Sleep with your head slightly elevated to reduce swelling
- Avoid touching, pressing, or massaging the treated area
POSSIBLE EXPECTED SIDE EFFECTS
These side effects are temporary and can take up to 2 weeks to subside
- Mild redness, bruising, swelling, and tenderness
- Uneven or asymmetrical appearance due to swelling
- Small bumps at the injection site
WHEN TO NOTIFY YOUR PROVIDER
- Increasing redness, warmth, or signs of infection
- Severe or worsening pain
- Persistent unevenness, firmness, or lumps after 2 weeks
WHEN TO FOLLOW-UP
Although volume may appear immediately after treatment, much of the initial fullness is due to swelling. Please allow 4-6 weeks before your next session, and plan a follow-up 8-12 weeks after your final treatment to evaluate your results.
Hair Restoration Injections Pre & Post Care
BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT
- Minimize bruising by avoiding aspirin, ibuprofen/NSAIDs, fish oil, vitamin E, alcohol and blood thinning agents
- Try to arrive to your appointment with clean skin and no makeup if possible
- Inform your provider if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have autoimmune conditions or bleeding disorder, or have had recent treatments to the area
- Avoid dental work and vaccines within 2 weeks before treatment
- Stay well hydrated prior to your appointment, as hydration improves the quality of the PRF sample
AFTER YOUR APPOINTMENT
- Avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, steam rooms, hot tubs, and excessive heat exposure
- Avoid makeup and keep the injection sites clean
- Sleep with your head slightly elevated to reduce swelling
- Avoid touching, pressing, or massaging the treated areas
Hair care after injections:
- Do not wash your hair for 12-24 hours after treatment. After this time, resume regular hair washing with pH-balanced shampoo.
- Avoid harsh chemicals, heat styling, or hair treatments for 48 hours.
- Minoxidil may be used as an adjunct to support hair growth by promoting increased blood flow.
POSSIBLE EXPECTED SIDE EFFECTS
These side effects are temporary and can take up to 2 weeks to subside
- Mild redness, bruising, swelling, and tenderness
- Uneven or asymmetrical appearance due to swelling
- Small bumps at the injection site
WHEN TO NOTIFY YOUR PROVIDER
- Increasing redness, warmth, or signs of infection
- Severe or worsening pain
- Persistent unevenness, firmness, or lumps after 2 weeks
WHEN TO FOLLOW-UP
Although volume may appear immediately after treatment, much of the initial fullness is due to swelling. Please allow 4-6 weeks before your next session, and plan a follow-up 8-12 weeks after your final treatment to evaluate your results.

