PRF Training Is In Demand
Demand for platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) is growing as an alternative to conventional dermal fillers for facial rejuvenation and skin renewal.
National Laser Institute offers PRF training for cosmetic injectors and for anyone entering medical aesthetics, and presents PRF and PRP as advanced skills taught in its courses. PRP and PRF treatments are performed by physicians, nurses, or aesthetic injectors, and the field offers continuing growth.
What Is PRF? The History Behind The Training
PRF is made by separating components of blood to produce a concentrated mix of growth factors, white blood cells, and cytokines (signaling proteins). A clinician draws the patient’s blood, spins it in a centrifuge, and applies the resulting fibrin layer to the treatment site. Its components include:
- White blood cells
- Cytokines
- Growth factors
- Structural glycoproteins
How Does Platelet-Rich Fibrin Work?
PRF forms a protective mesh at the injection site that supports new tissue growth. Its leukocytes may also help with infection prevention, and its growth factors promote cell and blood vessel regeneration. PRF promotes fast wound healing.
How Is PRF Prepared?
Blood is drawn (10 ml) into two sterile tubes without clotting agents or anticoagulants, then centrifuged and separated into a top plasma layer and a PRF layer. PRF must be applied promptly, because it clots over time.
PRF vs. PRP
PRP’s growth factors act for a few hours, while PRF’s act for up to a week. PRF is used for skin rejuvenation, acne scars and hyperpigmentation, while PRP is used for fine lines, wrinkles, skin tone and under-eye volume. PRF can also address fine lines and wrinkles.
What Will You Learn In Your PRF Training?
PRF Training covers uses such as skin rejuvenation, reducing the appearance of acne scars and hyperpigmentation, and addressing fine lines and wrinkles, along with the blood draw, centrifuge and application steps described above.
What Is The Best Application for PRF?
PRF is used under the eyes, including combining PRF with fillers in the under-eye, tear trough, nasolabial fold, and lip areas. It can also be used alongside microneedling.
Why National Laser Institute?
National Laser Institute is a medical aesthetics education provider offering hands-on training in cosmetic lasers and injectables. PRF training is part of our Next Level Injections Class, and our hands-on aesthetic injector program prepares you for the field. Finding your purpose isn’t only about making great money, it’s about so much more.
Get Started On Your PRF Training Today!
Contact National Laser Institute today to start your PRF training today or call 800-982-6817 to learn more.
About the Author
Louis J. Silberman is the CEO and Co-Founder of National Laser Institute, the pioneer of the medical aesthetics training industry and the largest educator in the country. NLI also operates one of the busiest medical spas in the country, seeing up to 3,000 clients per month. Louis Silberman is also an entrepreneur who has been named Ernest and Young’s EY Entrepreneur of the Year Semifinalist.
