Edmonton, AB -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/14/2015 -- Platelet Rich Plasma, also known as PRP, comes from a person's own blood. The blood is extracted, spun to extract the platelets, activated and then re-injected back into the person to take advantage of its proven powers of rejuvenation. The principle of PRP is used across a wide range of medicine and in cosmetic surgery it was first used as a way to rejuvenate the skin, particularly for facial rejuvenation, where the term 'vampire facelift' originated!

The latest treatments and applications for PRP in cosmetic surgery are the subject of a short educational video released by Edmonton cosmetic dermatologist Dr Barry Lycka this week (13may15).

In his latest video Dr Lycka explains the origins of Platelet Rich Plasma, and how it was first used. He also highlights the newest applications for PRP including such seemingly diverse procedures as hair restoration and treating stretch marks.

About Dr Barry Lycka
Dr Barry Lycka, Edmonton based Cosmetic Dermatologist, is one of North America's foremost authorities on cosmetic surgery, skin cancer surgery, reconstructive surgery and laser surgery of the skin. He produces a weekly video blog to provide an unbiased source of credible information on cosmetic surgery.

He also broadcasts the Inside Cosmetic Surgery Today internet talk radio show on webtalkradio dot net, as an un-biased and detailed source of credible information on cosmetic surgery. He interviews world-leading experts, gets the inside story on the controversial aspects of cosmetic surgery and uncovers & explains new techniques and products.

For further information on this series or any other questions relating to Cosmetic Dermatology, Dr Lycka can be contacted via his website barrylyckamd.com or by telephone at his Edmonton office 780-665-3546.