Platelet Rich Plasma Microneedling | Phoenix Naturopathic Doctors

Written by: Kristen McCormack, SCNM 4th Year Medical Student

Living in Arizona provides many benefits to our health physically, mentally, and spiritually. This includes picturesque landscapes ensured to motivate outdoor activities and relaxation. Unfortunately, the high temperatures and all that beautiful sunshine can impact our skin health, thus contributing to fine lines, wrinkles, and hyper/hypopigmentation.

At Living Wellness Medical Center, our naturopathic doctors want our patients to feel great. While working with your Living Wellness physician, you’ll focus on all the pillars of health, including nutrition, lifestyle, exercise, mental and emotional health, stress management, and for some, natural aesthetics.

Natural aesthetics treatments help many maintain the look of youthfulness. When you feel good, it shines through, and that’s why we’re pleased to offer a variety of treatments for our clientele. Through Microneedling Facelifts and PRP care, you can achieve softer, firmer skin, reduced wrinkles, decreased acne scarring, and improved pigmentation.

You can learn more about how your skin can benefit from our Natural Aesthetics procedures below.

What is PRP (Platlet Rich Plasma)?

Platelet-rich plasma, also known as “PRP,” is a component of your blood used for its beneficial growth factors and collagen production. Platelets are very small cells in your blood that are involved in the clotting and healing process. When PRP is injected into the damaged area, it causes a mild inflammation that then triggers a healing cascade. PRP contains the patients’ growth factors (platelet-derived growth factors). These factors stimulate collagen rejuvenation. As the collagen matures, it begins to shrink, causing tightening and the strengthening of the damaged area. When treating aged, injured, or sun-damaged tissue, PRP can induce remodeling of the tissue to a healthier, younger state.

What is Automated Microneedling?

Automated Microneedling (also known as Collagen Induction Therapy or CIT) is a new innovation in aesthetic medicine for the treatment of fine lines, acne scars, and the improvement of the skin’s overall appearance. During this procedure, tiny needles are used to create controlled micro-injuries to the skin to produce collagen and elastin. The skin’s repair process results in a thicker dermis with the appearance of softer wrinkles. Microneedling also creates superficial micro-channels, which allow topical gels, creams, and serums to be absorbed more effectively into the skin.

What Are the Benefits?

The benefits of microneedling are a reduction in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, which means younger-looking skin with fewer signs of aging. Microneedling also has a positive effect on hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation, acne scars, traumatic scars, and stretch marks. It generally creates a fresher appearance or glow to the skin.

On What Areas of the Body Can I Get the Treatment Done?

Microneedling can be performed on all parts of the body, face, neck, décolleté, arms, hands, legs, abdomen, and back. How is the procedure done? A sterile needle-tip containing 12 tiny microneedles is attached to the microneedling device. Your skin care professional will apply a thin layer of topical gel to your skin and select the appropriate treatment depth based on your unique needs. Next, in a single motion, the pen will be gently pressed against the skin while simultaneously gliding in one direction until the entire treatment area has been covered.

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Living Wellness Medical Center Natural Aesthetics Offerings

Microneedling Facelift with Hyaluronic acid (HA)
Microneedling Facelift with Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)
Microneedling Hair Restoration with PRP
Facial Acupuncture

Angella Tortorici

2023-08-29

Just had my new patient appointment with Dr. Alyssa Cooper and I am so thrilled to start working with her. She shared so much wisdom around the issues I am having concerns with and I am looking forward to moving toward feeling the best I can feel with her guidance.

cindy smith

2023-08-02

I have been a patient of Dr. Khalsa's for several years. My health has vastly improved since our first meeting. Dr. Khalsa's MD and Naturopathic licensures and her commitment to excellence in patient care provide the balance of natural therapies with traditional medicine. She is an intent listener and very empathetic. Can't recommend her and the staff at Living Wellness more highly.

Ramona Kleespies

2023-03-24

I was referred to Dr. Khalsa when I was looking for a new practitioner a few years ago. She is exceptional in her approach to natural medicine. She has identified underlying conditions that traditional western medicine overlooked. I also appreciate her kindness and thorough approach.

A Chamberlain

2023-01-07

Living Wellness offers wonderful naturopathic care. They provide labs in house, IV therapy, and even some appointments by phone. Their staff is friendly and helpful and they provide convenient and comfortable care.

Matthew Dickinson

2022-11-27

I just started with this practice and they resonate with my philosophy of healthcare. My husband first started with them and has had great results. I’m grateful for the time they take to provide wholistic care. I am under the care of Dr kalsa. Bridget Dickinson

Lexi Stegmeier

2022-10-05

Dr. Cooper at Living Wellness Medical Center has already changed my life in just the short couple months I’ve seen her. She has helped me so much with my PCOS treatment and I’m forever grateful. I feel so much better and I can’t wait to see my progress in a year.

Jill Mapstead

2022-03-22

Can’t say enough about Dr. Marianne Marchese! Her commitment to women’s wellness, calm, knowledgeable, non-judgemental guidance and insightful diagnoses / treatment has me turn to her for all my wellness needs. She takes the time to really listen. I feel heard and valued in her care.

Marc Cohn

2022-01-08

We had a great first visit with Dr. Turner and we look forward to continuing to work with her. She provides true support and guidance to better health. Alexandra Cohn

Ivana Kalika

2021-12-24

I'm writing my review for Dr. Sarv Varta Khalsa. I met with her a few months ago to receive treatment for a condition I'd been dealing with for an extensive amount of time. She was incredibly kind and took the time to listen to all the details of the symptoms I was experiencing. The office had the prescriptions I needed on-hand so I didn't need to go off-site to find them. All natural remedies, and at comparatively good prices (I don't remember how much exactly, but if they were up-charging, which I doubt, I didn't notice nor would I have minded for the convenience). I'm still symptom-free now after following her recommendations, so I wanted to write a review to express my gratitude. Even though the appointment was pricey, it was worth every single penny to finally be able to live my life feeling normal again. Thank you so much!!

Irene Nicholas

2021-12-15

What's better than a Naturopathic Dr.... Dr. Olivia Watkins!!! I have been working with her for over a year and have learned so much about myself, she is truly a team partner in my journey. She is experienced in ANYTHING you may be experiencing. I consider her my primary physician... you should too!!!