Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP): The Next Generation of Medical Innovation right here in the Cleveland area!

​So what exactly is PRP?

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is a concentrated sample of your own blood comprised primarily of High levels of platelets. Platelets are a critical 
component of the wound healing process. In response to tissue injury, the platelets release important growth factors that are responsible for stimulating tissue regeneration and repair. Growth factors derived from platelets are responsible for soft tissue repair, bone regeneration, development of new blood vessels, and stimulation of the wound healing process.

At Dr. Laurel's Bar, we unleash the power of your PRP in a variety of innovative procedures. We have now implemented the Emcyte Pure Spin System to recover the highest quality, PRP from our patients’ blood. The Emcyte PurePRP® system recovers up the highest  percentage of platelets and corresponding growth factors—4-6X the amount of platelets and growth factors found in whole blood.  The Emcyte PurePRP® System is FDA Approved and has been used safely in over 1 million procedures to date and counting.

What Defines Emcyte PurePRP?

The Emcyte PurePRP® System delivers the optimal concentration of platelets and growth factors necessary to promote accelerated healing. Emcyte PurePRP® contains elevated levels of all your naturally occurring growth factors; these growth factors are maintained in precisely the same ratios found circulating in your body.  Many other products simply don’t deliver platelets and growth factors at high enough concentrations to facilitate angiogenesis—a biological process critical to healing.
 
Normally there are 200,000 platelets/uL in human blood.  The Emcyte Pure Spin system optimally concentrates platelets generating up to 1.5 million platelets/uL of PRP.  Increasing the concentration of platelets increases the amount of available bioactive protein growth factors and acts as a catalyst for stimulating and accelerating the wound healing process.  PRP produced using the Emcyte Pure Spin System delivers the highest concentration and yield of platelets when compared to 12 other PRP systems. Emcyte PurePRP® also retains the stem-cell-rich mononuclear WBC fraction (as evidenced by CD34+ counts) lost using other methods of PRP concentration.

How does PRP actually work?

Platelets and growth factors are primary component of PRP. PRP also contains other cellular components such as mononuclear white blood cells and peripheral stem cells. These key components also play a biological role in the healing process. Platelet growth factors support multiple key processes including stem cell recruitment, angiogenesis, cell proliferation and differentiation, and connective tissue regeneration. The stem cells identified by the CD34+ marker aid in angiogenesis and tissue regeneration.
 
PRP has been used clinically for over a decade. PRP is derived from a small quantity of your own blood drawn at the time of treatment under sterile conditions. Because PRP is made from your own blood it is insulated against the risk of disease transmission and inflammatory immune responses. After harvesting, your PRP is injected at the point of care unleashing its regenerative power to produce outstanding results. See our FAQ Page for additional information.

Features & Benefits of EmCyte PurePRP®​

• Simple: Automated processing.Consistently and reproducibly generates the optimal concentration of platelets, growth factors and mononuclear CD 34+ WBs required for tissue regeneration.
• Superior: Optimal platelet recovery 80% ± 10%.
• Safe: Biologically closed system. Follows AABB guidelines for cell separation.  Meets state of the art requirements for sterility testing.
• Convenient Procedure: Takes less than 30 minutes.
• Patient Friendly: Zero risk, utilizes a small volume (30-60 ml) of blood.

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Combining PRP With Microneedling For Even Greater Results

Many non-surgical treatments are only able to address one layer of skin at a time. The microneedling + PRP combination is notable in that it is able to address two layers of the skin simultaneously – both above and below. The punctures created by microneedling allow the plasma to seep into the miniature wounds that have been created, causing the deeper layers to absorb the plasma and reap its benefits, while still being able to affect the outermost layers of skin where it was originally applied.

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ACTUAL CLIENT TESTIMONIAL:

Dr. Laurel is the superior choice for rejuvenation and cosmetic treatments
May 15, 2020
"I have been doing PRP treatments for my scalp with Dr. Laurel for a year with amazing results. In my opinion, Dr. Laurel is the only doctor in Cleveland for all the rejuvenation and cosmetic treatments. I am confident that Dr. Laurel, an intelligent and proficient surgeon, understands the medical implications of all of these treatments and provides a safe and sanitary environment for all her patients. Her vast knowledge and up to date research on every procedure elevates Doctor Laurel above any other providers of cosmetic and rejuvenation procedures. Importantly, Dr. Laurel has updated all her protocols to keep her patients safe from Covid. I highly recommend Dr. Laurel and cannot wait to go back for more treatments!"

Dr. Laurel brings personal touch to PRP treatments
By BARRY GOODRICH - Currents - Northeast Ohio's First Social Network - Northeast Ohio women in business issue article.

Dr. Laurel A. Matthews offers much more than the latest innovative techniques in medical rejuvenation for men and women. What sets her apart is the personalized experience she provides for her patients.
“I just got a picture from one of my patients…she was in a wedding dress and looking into a mirror,” said Matthews. “She wrote, thank you for making me look beautiful for my wedding day. I enjoy having relationships with my patients. A lot of them have become my friends.”
At Dr. Laurel’s PRP Bar in Woodmere, there are no assistants or glitzy reception areas. Matthews even has a remote receptionist who hands all phone calls, which guarantees no interruptions when she is consulting or performing procedures on her patients. “By keeping my overhead down, I can bring cosmetic services to people who otherwise couldn’t afford them,” she said. “I work with two-income families, schoolteachers and single mothers.”
Matthews does have one constant companion in the office – her dog Flo. “Little Flo comes with my every day, that’s her job. People love to hold her.”
The PRP Bar also has flexible hours, tailored to fit the needs of people who are tied up at work throughout the day. Matthews works with patients from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
At the PRP Bar, Matthews works with Platelet Rich Plasma, a concentrated sample of a patient’s blood which stimulates tissue regeneration and repair and develops new blood vessels. She also utilizes PRP for hair restoration and as an anti-aging process that improves the color, clarity and strength of skin. Another one of her most popular procedures is body sculpting and she also treats sexual dysfunction in men and women.
With an extensive education background (including a law degree from Case Western Reserve University), Matthews has remained at the forefront of advancements in a rapidly changing field. “I’m a student first and a worker bee later,” she laughed. “I was recently in France and London and I will be going to South Korea in October.”
One of the most important things Matthews does is interact with patients in a one-on-one setting to make sure they are receiving the proper treatments for their specific needs. “Most women don’t want to look like caricatures,” she said. “They want to restore their faces to a natural, age-appropriate look.”
 From fellowships in surgical critical care and multiple organ transplantation to serving as an emergency room physician at the Northern Navaho Hospital in New Mexico, Matthews brings a wealth of medical knowledge to the PRP Bar.
“I’ve spent a lot of time healing bodies,” she said. “Now I feel like I’m healing souls.” 

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Vivace Micro Needling RF

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Let’s Face It! We want to look our best at any age—not over-filled and over-stretched, just natural. We want to age gracefully, beautifully and elegantly. Inevitably, fine lines and wrinkles set in, and now there is a simple, minimally-invasive treatment that will address those concerns and have you out to dinner that same night. The demand for non-invasive alternatives to cosmetic surgery has grown exponentially!

Get started today and face the mirror with confidence.

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TruSculpt iD Body Sculpting

You're watching what you eat. You're keeping active. But you're still unhappy with your body shape. You're not alone! That stubborn problem area on your waistline can be annoyingly resistant to diet and exercise. That’s where the truSculpt iD procedure can help.
WHAT IS truSculpt iD? truSculpt iD is a safe and effective treatment for anyone who wants to take control of those problem areas around your midsection. Its radio frequency technology that can help you decrease circumference and diminish fat, and achieve results in just one treatment — without surgery or downtime.

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DR LAUREL'S HAIR REGROW™ 

You CAN ReGrow Your Hair!

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Better Than Rogaine. Safer than Finasteride.

The use of PRP to treat hair loss has the potential to change the way hair loss is treated around the world as it’s a revolutionary, new treatment for hair loss. If the hair follicles or hair roots are healthy, the growth of the hair is healthy. Hair follicles survive on the nutrition they get from blood supply. If we introduce platelets by administering platelet rich plasma (PRP) in the area of damaged hair follicles, it amplifies the body’s naturally occurring wound healing mechanism. Some doctors around the world believe PRP can be used to stimulate the growth of hair follicles preventing hair loss.

It is the only effective treatment for traction alopecia other than hair transplantation. 

Q: Who Is A Good Candidate For This Procedure?
​A: Men and women who are actively shedding or losing their hair, and individuals who have suffered from permanent hair loss for less than five years. This is an ideal procedure for those with hormonal hair loss.

THE O-SHOT® AND PRP

Get Your Sexy Back! With The O-Shot®

The Orgasm Shot®/ O Shot® is a simple, nonsurgical, physician-administered treatment that can temporarily augment and rejuvenate the Grafenburg spot (G-Spot), clitoris, and labia. The Orgasm Shot® involves isolation of PRP (platelet rich plasma) followed by a very specific method of amplifying or augmenting the vaginal tissues with injection of that PRP. More than 85% of women reported a dramatic improvement in their sex life and urinary continence. 

Q: Who Is A Good Candidate For This Procedure?
A: Women who are troubled by frequent urinary urgency with or without incontinence who do not have a large cystocoele or rectocele. Also, women who are not enjoying sex as much as they used to.

Only members of the O-Shot® provider group know how to perform the procedure and own the license to use the name. Dr. Laurel has been personally trained and certified by Dr. Runels in this procedure.

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FACIAL REJUVENATION with Dr. Laurel's PRP FACELIFT ​

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Dr. Laurel's PRP Facelift corrects all of the four elements essential to a beautiful face:  shape, color, texture and size.
 
When performing the procedure, Dr Laurel…

1. Uses a hyaluronic acid (HA) filler to sculpt a naturally beautiful shape;
2. Then uses platelet-rich plasma (PRP) to polish the sculpture for improved (a) color, (b) texture & (c) shape.

Here’s the list of results commonly experienced with this procedure:

1. Lift the cheeks back to a round and high shape.Lift the inferior tear trough back to appear less tired.
2. Lift the brow (in women) to create a “gull’s wing” shape and open the eye.
3. Lift the corners of the mouth up and out to reveal the mouth’s beauty.
4. Lift the nasolabial folds and chin to a more youthful shape (with attention to the E-line).
5. ​Correct asymmetry and problem areas.

THE PRIAPUS SHOT® (THE P-SHOT) AND PRP 

Do you wish there was a way to rejuvenate your sex life and your marriage?

​The Priapus Shot® (also known as the P-Shot) is a procedure designed to deliver lasting improvements in sexual performance to men, especially those who have lost function due to an enlarged prostate, prostate cancer, the after-effects of surgery, drug side effects and other conditions such as diabetes.

Q: Who Is A Good Candidate For This Procedure?
​A: Men both on and off testosterone replacement and those with diabetes young and old can benefit from this revolutionary procedure.

Only members of the Priapus Shot® provider group know how to perform the procedure and own the license to use the name. Dr. Laurel has been personally trained and certified by Dr. Runels in this procedure.

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Introducing PRO-NOX!
HAVE NO FEAR: AESTHETIC TREATMENTS ARE NOW PAIN-FREE

Taking a dip in the Fountain of Youth might seem like a great idea, until you come face-to-face with the delivery system. 

“Needles hurt,” remarks Dr. Laurel Matthews. “Many patients struggle with the injection part of aesthetic treatments. The pain is too much for them, or they’re afraid of needles.

That’s why Pro-Nox, she notes, is the latest buzzword in aesthetic medicine.
“Pro-Nox is a combination of nitrous-oxide and oxygen,” she explains. “The patient can administer the gas during the treatment and forget about or not feel the procedure taking place. It’s really ideal for people who want injectables like Botox or fillers, or those who enjoy the dramatic results of microneedling or PRP injections. Within five minutes they’re back to normal and can drive themselves home.”

Dr. Laurel says Pro-Nox can be used during any painful aesthetic procedure and it’s available to anyone. You can add it on to your service for just $50. The delivery of Pro-Nox is simple and sterile. A disposable hose with mouthpiece is used and discarded after each patient. There is no mask, so treatment is not impeded.

“The fear of pain and needles keeps some people from enjoying the aesthetic treatments they want, but with Pro-Nox they have nothing to worry about,” Dr. Laurel smiles. Pro-Nox is ideal for use during any of our non-invasive procedures.”

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Offering Permanent Makeup and Corrective Cosmetic Treatments
Owner, Ann Price, has over 40 years experience as a board-certified and licensed cosmetologist. She has been performing permanent make-up and para-medical tattooing for over 17 years.

• Scalp Micropigmentation
• Permanent makeup
• Aereola restoration
• Scar camouflage

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