Dallas Associated Dermatologists

Cosmetic Dermatology

PRP Therapy

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Platelet-rich plasma therapy (PRP) is the gold standard in skin and hair rejuvenation and healing for a variety of conditions.

PRP is a type of therapy that leverages the body’s own regenerative resources in order to heal a range of physical problems.

Your blood consists of several components. One component of your blood is called plasma, which is the liquid part of uncoagulated blood. The role of plasma is to conduct platelets and red and white blood cells throughout the body. Plasma is highly valued as a source of healing.

Platelets are another key component of blood. Platelets are a type of blood cell responsible for blood clotting as well as helping the body to heal.

PRP therapy takes advantage of both of these powerful blood components — platelets and plasma — and uses them to aid with healing parts of the body that need it.

The dermatologists at Dallas Associated Dermatologists utilize this to aid in skin healing and hair rejuvenation.

What is PRP Therapy Used For?

In dermatology, this treatment can be used to treat a variety of skin conditions and to rejuvenate areas of the skin that are problematic.

Some of the conditions that PRP therapy can be used for are:

  • Alopecia
  • Skin ulcers
  • Acne
  • Burns
  • Hyperpigmentation
  • Melasma
  • Hair loss

PRP therapy is a non-surgical treatment that is performed in our office. Your dermatologist uses a fine needle to inject platelets and plasma (separated from your own blood) into your skin or scalp. The procedure causes mild discomfort. You may feel a slight pinch as the needle pierces your skin.

Results from PRP therapy may take a while to be noticeable, although improvement will begin to take place almost immediately and continue for about three months. Multiple treatment sessions are usually needed to achieve the desired effects. Effects can be expected to last up to a year or more.

Types of PRP Therapy

Different types of this treatment are determined based on the number of growth factors detected in the blood sample (after it is processed).

Four types of this therapy exist:

  • Pure PRP
  • Leukocyte-rich PRP
  • Pure platelet-rich fibrin (PRF)
  • Leukocyte-rich PRF

Am I a Candidate for PRP Therapy?

You may be a candidate for PRP if you suffer from any of the conditions known to respond favorably to PRP therapy. You and your dermatologist at Dallas Associated Dermatologists can discuss your suitability for this type of treatment.

The qualities of a good candidate are:

  • Overall good health with no underlying conditions
  • Other treatment options have not worked
  • Comfortable with giving blood samples for the therapy
  • Skin condition is in the early-to-mid-stages

There are many reasons to consider this treatment. Not only is it considered to be very effective, but the results can also be transformative.

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Laser Therapy

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Laser therapy works by increasing cellular energy and encouraging healthy regeneration.

Lasers have been used in dermatology for at least 40 years. Recent advances have not only increased the efficacy of laser therapy but broadened its scope of usefulness. Laser therapy is used for everything from hair removal to the destruction of cancerous skin growths.

The benefits of this treatment include the fact that it is non-invasive and virtually painless. Although sometimes minimal side effects can occur, like temporary pain or discomfort or blistering, most would agree that this treatment is certainly worth considering.

Your dermatologist at Dallas Associated Dermatologists can let you know if laser therapy might be right for your condition.

What is It Used For?

We offer a wide variety of laser types and treatments and many conditions respond very well to laser therapy, such as:

  • Overgrowth of hair
  • Acne scars
  • Hyperpigmentation (age spots)
  • Skin lesions, warts or scars
  • Wrinkles or fine lines
  • Sagging skin/jowls
  • Spider veins, broken capillaries or vascular lesions
  • Rosacea
  • Birthmarks

There are even more skin conditions that may warrant consideration of this treatment. Talk to your dermatologist at Dallas Associated Dermatologists to see if laser therapy may be right for you.

Am I a Candidate?

Laser therapy is effective for many conditions, including those brought about by lifestyles and habits.

If you regularly sunbathe or have a history of drinking or smoking, you may need treatment for sun damage, wrinkles, and broken capillaries. It is not preventative, so if you indulge in the same kind of behaviors, the initial problem will return.

The best candidates for this treatment are those who are willing to do more to protect their skin. That way, the results will be lasting.

There are others who might not respond well to this style of treatment. This includes those who:

  • Are currently taking certain acne medications
  • Are vulnerable to excess scarring
  • Are pregnant
  • Are taking blood-thinning medication or aspirin daily
  • Have certain skin resurfacing disorders
  • Are prone to sunburns or who currently have a tan or sunburn
  • Have active acne breakouts
  • Are dark-skinned

Your dermatologist will advise you as to whether or not you are a good candidate for this. Often, the reason someone isn’t a good candidate has to do with the potential for visible scarring after treatment. But all in all, a healthy individual with relatively good skin and no underlying conditions can expect to be a good candidate for this treatment.

This treatment is FDA-approved and has been shown to be highly effective over the decades. Why not see for yourself what laser therapy can do for your skin?

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Cosmetic Injections

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Cosmetic injections, sometimes called cosmetic fillers, are dermatological treatments for aging skin.

Cosmetic injections are used by dermatologists to help patients achieve a more youthful appearance. As skin ages, it begins to show signs of aging like wrinkles and sagging.

Cosmetic injections plump up the skin so wrinkles disappear and sagging diminishes or becomes less noticeable. These injections do not lead to permanent results but repeat treatments are safe. This way, anyone can achieve the more youthful appearance that they desire.

Dallas Associated Dermatologists offers several cosmetic injection treatments, including Botox®, Juvederm®, Restylane®, and Dysport®.

What are Cosmetic Injections Used For?

The primary purpose of cosmetic injections is to enhance the appearance of older skin. For this reason, these are most often done on the face; however, they can also be done on other areas of the body, including the hands. In fact, Botox is one of them that is also used to combat excessively sweaty palms.

Most often, though, these are used to:

  • Soften facial creases
  • Erase fine lines and wrinkles
  • Plump up thinning skin
  • Improve the appearance of facial scars
  • Plump lips
  • Enhance facial contours

Types of Cosmetic Injections

Cosmetic injections are frequently referred to by their brand name. For instance, many of the types of treatments listed here are actually brand names that contain very similar ingredients. They include:

Cosmetic injections are FDA-approved and considered safe for most individuals; however, certain side effects may occur with some cosmetic injection formulations.

If you have side effects with one type of cosmetic injection, it doesn’t mean you and your dermatologist can’t use another type of cosmetic injection. Talk to your dermatologist at Dallas Associated Dermatologists to determine if one type of filler may be more suitable for your needs than another.

Am I a Candidate?

If you suffer from unwanted wrinkles, thin skin, or sagging skin, these could be a great treatment option for you. Anyone who wishes to appear more youthful is a good candidate!

Do you feel healthy and vital on the inside, but your outward appearance makes you look older than your actual years? Or perhaps you have a professional job that puts you in the public eye and you want to appear more youthful and full of vitality? These treatments can help.

We offer technology to help you easily achieve a more youthful appearance through cosmetic injections. It may take more than one visit in order for you to achieve your desired results.

Your dermatologist at Dallas Associated Dermatologists can help guide you through the process.

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