Pre & Post Care
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PRP Pre-Procedure Instructions & Tips
Appointment Duration:
Expect your session to last between 60 to 90 minutes.
Diet & Fluid Intake:
Day Before Procedure:
- Increase fluid intake: 2 glasses of water in the morning, at lunch, and at dinner. Avoid late evening intake to prevent nocturnal bathroom trips.
Day of Procedure:
- Drink a 500 mL bottle of water before your session.
- Have a normal breakfast or lunch.
Shampooing:
Wash your hair the morning of your PRP session or at least the day before.
Hair Coloring:
It is safe to color your hair up to 3 days before the procedure.
Hair Coloring:
It is safe to color your hair up to 3 days before the procedure.
Supplements:
- Discontinue blood thinners like vitamins E and A, Ginko, Garlic, Flax, Cod Liver Oil, and Essential Fatty Acids at least one week before treatment.
- Stop taking multivitamins one week prior.
- Continue Iron and Vitamin D as usual.
Alcohol & Smoking:
- Avoid alcohol for three days before your session.
- Cease or limit smoking for three days prior; it significantly affects healing.
Medications:
- Avoid aspirin, Advil, Motrin, Ibuprofen, Naproxen, Voltaren, and other anti-inflammatory medications for three days before (preferably seven days). PRP works through inflammation.
- Tylenol is acceptable for pain or discomfort.