Modulating rheology and bioactivity in dermal fillers: the emerging role of platelet-rich plasma (PRP)

TL;DR

This paper reviews how adding platelet-rich plasma to dermal fillers may improve their performance and regenerative effects in aesthetic treatments.

Contribution

The paper introduces the concept of using PRP to modulate dermal filler rheology and enhance regenerative outcomes.

Findings

PRP can modulate dermal filler rheology while providing regenerative and immunomodulatory properties.

PRP-filler combinations may improve biocompatibility, injectability, and tissue integration.

PRP stimulates collagen production and skin regeneration, potentially extending filler longevity.

Abstract

This review explores the concept of dilutional rheomodulation in dermal fillers with the addition of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and its potential to improve both aesthetic and regenerative outcomes. PRP is a biological product rich in growth factors and cytokines derived from the patient’s own blood, which plays a significant role in tissue regeneration and healing. According to previous studies that utilized titrated aqueous solutions as solvents, it is hypothesized that incorporating PRP into different dermal filler formulations may be effective for modulating the rheological parameteres of dermal fillers while providing regenerative and immunomodulatory properties, potentially improving biocompatibility, injectability, distribution, and overall tissue integration as suggested by preliminary investigations. This combined approach may reduce severe adverse effects associated with filler injections while enhancing their biostimulatory effects. Moreover, PRP has been shown to stimulate collagen production and promote skin regeneration, which may extend the filler’s longevity and improve skin texture and elasticity. Although early studies suggest positive outcomes, further clinical trials are needed to determine optimal dilution ratios, establish best practices, and assess long-term safety and efficacy. This review highlights the promising potential of PRP-filler combinations in advancing aesthetic procedures through the integration of immediate volumization with regenerative skin enhancement.

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