How PRF Works to IMprove Vaginal Lubrication:
Blood Collection and Processing:
A small amount of your blood is drawn, similar to what happens in a PRF procedure.
The blood is then processed using a centrifuge to separate the platelets and fibrin from the red blood cells and plasma.
The result is a concentrated mixture of platelets and fibrin, which can be injected into the targeted areas of the vaginal tissues.
Mechanism of Action:
Growth Factors and Healing: Platelets release growth factors that help promote tissue regeneration, improve circulation, and stimulate collagen production. This can enhance the health and elasticity of the vaginal walls.
Improved Blood Flow: By increasing local circulation and stimulating tissue growth, PRF may help to restore moisture production and improve natural lubrication in the vaginal area.
Cell Regeneration: The fibrin matrix in PRF creates a scaffold for new cell growth, leading to a more sustained and long-term improvement in vaginal health compared to PRP, which is more liquid-based.
Benefits for Vaginal Health:
Increased Lubrication: PRF injections can help to restore natural lubrication, which may improve comfort during intercourse, particularly for women experiencing vaginal dryness due to aging, menopause, or other hormonal changes.
Tightening and Rejuvenation: The regenerative effects can improve vaginal tone and elasticity, which might enhance sensation and overall sexual function.
Reduced Pain or Discomfort: Women suffering from pain during intercourse (dyspareunia) may experience relief as the tissues heal and regenerate.
Procedure:
The procedure typically involves a local anesthetic to minimize discomfort during the injections.
PRF is then injected into specific areas of the vagina, often the vaginal mucosa and clitoral area.
The treatment is relatively quick, typically taking around 30-45 minutes, and patients may experience mild discomfort during or after the procedure, which usually resolves within a few days.
Results and Recovery:
Some women may experience immediate improvements, but the full effects can take a few weeks to months to be fully realized.
Results can vary, and a series of treatments might be recommended for optimal results, although many patients see lasting benefits from a single session.
Recovery is typically minimal, with most patients able to resume normal activities soon after the procedure.
Can engage in intercourse 4 days post procedure
Considerations:
Safety: Since PRF is derived from your own blood, the risk of allergic reactions or rejection is very low.
Effectiveness: While many women report positive outcomes in terms of lubrication, enhanced sensation, and overall vaginal health, the degree of improvement can vary from person to person.
Initial Treatment Protocol:
First Session: Typically, a single treatment is administered as an initial session. This can help assess how your body responds to the treatment.
Follow-up Sessions: Many providers recommend 2–3 sessions, spaced about 4–6 weeks apart. This gives your tissues time to regenerate and heal between treatments, while also ensuring that the effects of the first session are fully realized.
Maintenance Treatment:
After the initial set of treatments, maintenance sessions may be suggested. For most women, these are typically performed every 6–12 months, depending on how well the vaginal tissues respond to the initial PRF injections and the desired level of results.
Factors Influencing Treatment Frequency:
Age and Hormonal Status:
Women going through menopause or those with lower estrogen levels may require more frequent sessions initially, as the regenerative effects may take a little longer to manifest or may not last as long as in younger women.
Severity of Vaginal Dryness or Discomfort:
If you're dealing with more significant vaginal dryness, pain during intercourse, or other symptoms like laxity, more frequent treatments in the early stages may be helpful to achieve a substantial improvement.
Individual Response:
Some women may respond well to a single treatment and experience lasting results, while others may require additional sessions to achieve the desired outcome.
Results from PRF:
The results of PRF for vaginal restoration generally continue to improve over time as the body regenerates tissue and collagen. While some patients may experience immediate improvement, the full effects can take anywhere from 4 to 12 weeks to be noticeable.