Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy in St. Augustine, FL

Harness your body’s natural healing potential for enhanced recovery and superior surgical outcomes

Experience the remarkable difference that accelerated, enhanced healing can make in your surgical recovery and outcomes.

What Is Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy?

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is an advanced, bioactive treatment that utilizes concentrated healing components derived from your own blood to accelerate tissue regeneration and enhance surgical outcomes. This innovative approach harnesses the natural healing potential contained in platelets—specialized blood cells that play a crucial role in tissue repair and regeneration throughout your body.

The process begins with a simple blood draw, similar to routine lab work. This small sample of your blood is then processed in our specialized centrifuge system that separates and concentrates the platelets and growth factors. The resulting platelet-rich solution contains 5-10 times the normal concentration of these healing components, creating a powerful natural catalyst for tissue repair when applied to surgical sites.

When activated, these concentrated platelets release numerous growth factors that stimulate cellular regeneration, increase blood flow to healing tissues, and accelerate the body’s natural repair processes. Unlike medications or synthetic products, PRP therapy uses exclusively your own biological material, virtually eliminating concerns about allergic reactions or material rejection while providing a completely natural approach to enhanced healing.

Dr. Douglas L. Johnson, DMD

With over 25 years of specialized experience, Dr. Johnson provides exceptional care using the latest techniques and technology.

Dr. Johnson is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon who completed his education at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine and advanced training through fellowships at prestigious institutions. His extensive training and experience allow him to perform complex procedures with precision and care.

At our state-of-the-art facility, we prioritize your comfort and results. Dr. Johnson and his specially trained staff are committed to providing you with the highest standard of care in a welcoming environment.

What are the Benefits of PRP Therapy?

PRP therapy offers remarkable advantages that enhance virtually every aspect of surgical recovery. The primary benefit is significantly accelerated healing—the concentrated growth factors can reduce healing time by up to 50% compared to conventional approaches. This faster tissue regeneration means you’ll experience less downtime and a quicker return to normal activities following surgical procedures.

From a comfort perspective, patients receiving PRP therapy typically report reduced post-operative pain and swelling. The enhanced healing environment created by growth factors helps modulate the inflammatory response, often resulting in a more comfortable recovery experience with less reliance on pain medication. This natural approach to pain management can be particularly beneficial for patients who prefer to minimize medication use.

The quality of healing is often superior with PRP therapy, with evidence suggesting enhanced tissue regeneration that’s not just faster but structurally better. In bone grafting procedures, this can mean greater bone density and volume; for soft tissue procedures, it often translates to improved tissue quality and appearance. These enhancements create better long-term outcomes beyond just accelerated recovery.

Perhaps most importantly, PRP therapy represents a completely natural approach to enhanced healing, using exclusively your own biological material without artificial additives or donor tissues. This eliminates concerns about disease transmission or allergic reactions while harnessing your body’s innate healing capabilities. This biocompatible approach is ideal for patients seeking the most natural path to optimal surgical outcomes.

Our Reviews

Why Patients Choose Us

Care and Commitment

From the front office to the exam room, our practice is made up of professionals who take your oral health very seriously. Using state-of-the-art equipment designed with safety and efficiency in mind, we are able to offer top-notch care. As you walk through our office, you will notice that everything is clean, comfortable and thoroughly sterilized. Your safety and comfort are our priority.

Honesty and Affordability

We know that the cost of care can be confusing. In addition to offering a number of in-office payment options to fit your budget, we also give you up-front cost information on your treatment ahead of time. We are in network with a variety of insurance plans, and we offer dental financing with credit available in time frames that fit your needs. We are happy to help you navigate your dental insurance and alternative payment options.

Comprehensive Oral Surgery Care in One Location

At our practice, we are qualified to handle all aspects of your oral and maxillofacial care, so you are always surrounded by people that you trust. If we must refer out, we promise to send you to carefully vetted colleagues who apply the same professional principles in their office that we do in ours.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PRP Therapy Safe?

Yes, PRP therapy has an exceptional safety profile because it uses exclusively your own biological material, eliminating risks of disease transmission or allergic reactions associated with donor materials or synthetic products. The simple blood draw process carries minimal risk, similar to routine lab work. Because PRP contains no additives or pharmaceutical components, the therapy is considered extremely safe with virtually no contraindications for most patients. This natural approach is ideal for patients who prefer avoiding synthetic materials whenever possible.

Does PRP Therapy Hurt?

The PRP process causes minimal discomfort. The initial blood collection feels similar to routine blood tests—a brief pinch followed by minor pressure. Since the PRP is typically applied during surgical procedures, you’ll already be under appropriate anesthesia when it’s placed, adding no additional discomfort to your experience. Many patients actually report less post-operative pain when PRP is used, as the enhanced healing environment can reduce inflammation and discomfort during recovery.

Who Is a Candidate for PRP Therapy?

Most patients are excellent candidates for PRP therapy, particularly those undergoing bone grafting, implant placement, tissue regeneration procedures, or extensive extractions. PRP can be especially beneficial for patients with factors that might compromise normal healing, such as age, certain medical conditions, or nutritional deficiencies. There are very few contraindications, though patients with certain blood disorders, active infections, or platelet dysfunction may not be suitable candidates. During your consultation, Dr. Johnson will evaluate your specific situation to determine if PRP would enhance your particular procedure.

Visit Us in St. Augustine

St. Augustine Oral & Facial Surgical Center is ideally situated at 1301 Plantation Island Dr. Suite #101, St. Augustine, FL 32080, making us easily accessible for patients throughout St. Augustine and surrounding communities.