PRP Gel: A Natural Filler
Some patients with under-eye hollows and fine lines prefer a gentler approach. PRP gel is prepared from your own blood plasma and placed beneath the skin as an off-label, subtle volumizer.
Prepared from your own plasma
We draw a small sample of your blood and spin it in a centrifuge to concentrate platelet-rich plasma. A gentle heating step then thickens the plasma into a soft gel, sometimes called a bio-filler.
Because the gel is made from your own plasma, some patients prefer it to manufactured fillers, although the preparation uses a collection kit and an anticoagulant. It is sometimes considered for delicate areas such as the tear troughs, where thin skin needs a light touch. Use of PRP gel as a filler is off-label, and it carries risks that we review with you.
Platelets contain growth factors, but how much this matters for skin appearance is not well established. PRP gel tends to be subtler and shorter-lived than hyaluronic acid filler, so it suits patients who want a soft refresh rather than dramatic change.
At a glance
- Visit
- About 45–60 minutes including the blood draw
- Best for
- Under-eye hollows, fine lines, small areas
- Lasts
- Often several months; varies by person
- Downtime
- Mild swelling or bruising for a few days
Who it helps
Patients who would like to:
- Soften under-eye hollows
- Soften the look of fine lines around the eyes and mouth
- Consider an option made from your own plasma
- Add subtle volume with a gradual approach
- Try a subtle, gradual refresh
What to expect
- 1Blood draw. A small sample is taken, similar to a routine lab test.
- 2Preparing the gel. Your plasma is separated and gently processed into a smooth gel in the office.
- 3Placement. After numbing, the gel is placed beneath the skin in small amounts. Swelling usually settles within several days.
Physician-led regenerative care
Dr. Viglione brings her medical training to regenerative aesthetics. With nurse practitioners Amy Schram, APRN and Brandy Nicholson, APRN, she screens each patient carefully and tailors the plan to the area being treated.
PRP gel questions
How is PRP gel different from regular filler?
Regular fillers are manufactured products. PRP gel is prepared from your own plasma, though the process involves a collection kit and an anticoagulant.
How long do results last?
The gel is gradually absorbed. Many patients see benefit for several months, and results vary from person to person.
Is the under-eye area safe to treat?
Injections near the eyes carry risks, including bruising, lumps, irregularity and, rarely, serious vascular complications. We evaluate your anatomy first and treat only when it is a good fit, and we review these risks before any treatment.
Can PRP gel be combined with other treatments?
Often yes. It is sometimes paired with microneedling or other skin treatments, and we plan the order together.
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Text or leave a voicemail at (850) 934-8138. Serving Gulf Breeze, Pensacola, Pensacola Beach and Navarre.
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Individual results vary. This page is for information only and is not medical advice. PRP gel is used off-label as a filler. Results are variable, typically more subtle than manufactured fillers, and risks are reviewed at your consultation.