We’re excited to start offering one of the latest innovations in regenerative treatments, Platelet-Rich Plasma facials, at our Westport, CT, practice. The PRP facial uses your own plasma to “wake up” the stem cells deep within the dermis, stimulating them to produce more collagen, repair the elastin fibers, and increase blood flow. All of these actions make the skin appear more youthful.
At her plastic surgery practice in Westport, CT, Dr. Ellen Mahony offers personalized Vampire Facial® treatments that improve skin tone, texture, and overall radiance using advanced regenerative PRP therapy.
What is a Vampire Facial?
Using a small instrument (micropen), thousands of tiny punctures/channels are made in the skin surface at variable depths, from 0.5 to 2.5mm. In this case, as soon as the punctures/channels are made, your PRP is saturated through the punctures/openings, seeping into the skin from its superficial surface. Healing is then hastened as each puncture/channel site seals itself, from the deep to the superficial skin surface. As such, this process not only tightens and smooths your skin but additionally stimulates your stem cells to repair, regenerate, and differentiate into younger, more vital cells.
We combine PRP with micro-penning to ensure the platelet-rich plasma is infused deep into your skin tissues for maximum effect.
Candidates for the Vampire Facial
The Vampire Facial may be a good option for individuals who:
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Want healthier, more radiant skin
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Notice fine lines, dullness, or uneven skin texture
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Have mild acne scarring or enlarged pores
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Want to improve skin tone and hydration
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Prefer a minimally invasive rejuvenation treatment
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Are in good overall health with realistic expectations
How Long Do Vampire Facial Results Last?
One of the unique and exciting aspects of this treatment is that patients notice continued improvement in their skin for several months after receiving the treatment. That’s due to the fact that their own cells are producing more collagen and growing new cells! It really lasts and can continue to have positive effects on the skin for 18 months to two years. It’s one of the most natural ways to combat aging – in fact, the FDA has no regulations on PRP because it simply uses components from the patient’s own body.
Why Choose Dr. Ellen Mahony for the Vampire Facial
Dr. Ellen Mahony combines advanced aesthetic expertise with a personalized approach to regenerative skincare treatments. She carefully customizes every Vampire Facial® treatment to the patient’s skin concerns and aesthetic goals, helping achieve smoother, brighter, healthier-looking skin with natural-looking results.
Patients choose Dr. Mahony because of her:
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Board certification in plastic surgery
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Extensive cosmetic and reconstructive surgery training
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Expertise in regenerative PRP treatments
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Sophisticated, natural-looking aesthetic philosophy
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Personalized, boutique patient experience
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Compassionate and attentive patient care
Her thoughtful approach focuses on enhancing overall skin quality and radiance while maintaining natural beauty and facial harmony.
Refresh and Rejuvenate Your Skin With the Vampire Facial in Westport, CT
The Vampire Facial combines microneedling with regenerative PRP therapy to improve skin texture, tone, hydration, and overall radiance with little downtime. Dr. Ellen Mahony provides personalized Vampire Facial® treatments designed to help patients achieve healthier, smoother, more youthful-looking skin with natural-looking results.
To learn more about the Vampire Facial® in Westport and Fairfield, contact Dr. Ellen Mahony, MD at 203-221-0102 to schedule your private consultation.
Ask Dr. Mahony
Good question, and one I answer a lot from my patients. I generally recommend three PRP sessions, spaced one month apart. While there is nothing wrong with doing just one treatment, the benefits of the growth factors are cumulative so it’s really optimal if the platelet infusion is repeated. The good news is that the repair and restore process begins immediately; therefore, you see visible improvement in fine lines, reduced pigmentation, and your skin’s texture right away. I like to describe it as the best facial you’ve ever had, with benefits that keep on giving! And since this procedure is regenerative – i.e., ongoing – it takes about three months to see the cumulative effects from your boosted collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid production and the thickening of the skin matrix. All in all, PRP is a wonderful way to use your body’s own biologic material, PRP, to combat the signs of aging naturally, with as many sessions as your budget and time allow.
Well, isn’t 50 the new 40? We certainly think so! It’s a great time to add PRP Facials into your overall skincare regimen (which should include liberal use of a medical-grade sunscreen!). This innovative procedure stimulates your skin to produce and build up collagen, which can reduce wrinkles and improve your overall skin texture. Injectable fillers would be used in addition to your PRP facial to fill in facial hollows, lift your cheeks, or contour the jawline.
Depending on your skin condition and the results you desire, I generally recommend 2 or 3 PRP sessions spaced 1 month apart. It is important to remember that results aren’t immediate – this procedure actually stimulates collagen production deep in your dermis – therefore it’s important to wait awhile to assess the outcome and next steps.
