PRF EZ Gel is a regenerative injectable made entirely from your own blood. At Lyos Plastic Surgery, Dr. Andrew Lyos offers PRF EZ Gel in Houston as a natural, biostimulatory alternative to traditional dermal fillers.
PRF stands for platelet-rich fibrin. The "EZ Gel" portion refers to a specialized preparation method that transforms PRF into a smooth, injectable gel. The process starts with a small blood draw, similar to routine lab work. A medical-grade centrifuge separates out the platelet-rich fibrin layer. From there, controlled heating and cooling convert a portion of plasma into albumin gel, which then combines with fresh PRF in a precise ratio.
The final product is a 100% autologous filler rich in growth factors, fibrin, leukocytes, and stem cells. When injected, PRF EZ Gel acts as both an immediate volumizer and a long-term biostimulator. Published research on injectable platelet-rich fibrin has demonstrated meaningful improvements in skin texture, elasticity, and fine line reduction.
Triple board-certified in plastic surgery, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and otolaryngology, Dr. Andrew Lyos brings more than two decades of facial anatomy expertise to every PRF EZ Gel treatment at his Houston and The Woodlands practices.
He chose to add this autologous injectable because it aligns with his "Love Your Own Skin" philosophy — using your body's own healing biology to deliver subtle, natural-looking refreshment. Through MD Aesthetica by Dr. Lyos, every treatment begins with a thorough evaluation so the right approach reaches the right candidate.
This is one of the most well-tolerated injectables available, but a thorough consultation matters. You may be a strong candidate if you:
Most patients describe the injections as a brief pinch or pressure rather than true pain, thanks to the topical numbing cream applied beforehand. The blood draw feels identical to a routine lab test.
Both come from your own blood, but PRP is a thin liquid containing concentrated platelets, while PRF includes a fibrin scaffold that releases growth factors more slowly and steadily. The "EZ Gel" preparation also adds a heat-treated albumin component that gives PRF EZ Gel a smooth, filler-like consistency PRP cannot achieve.
Yes — many patients pair PRF EZ Gel with BOTOX, DAXXIFY, or hyaluronic acid filler at separate facial zones during one appointment. Dr. Lyos will map out the safest sequencing during your consultation to avoid disturbing freshly injected areas.
Skip alcohol, fish oil, ibuprofen, aspirin, and other blood-thinning supplements for about 48 hours before treatment to limit bruising. Arrive well hydrated, since hydration improves the quality of the blood draw and the resulting PRF.
No. The gel softens and integrates into the tissue rather than sitting on top of it, which is why Dr. Lyos favors it for the delicate under-eye area where overcorrection from traditional fillers tends to be most obvious.
Unlike hyaluronic acid fillers, PRF EZ Gel cannot be reversed with an enzyme, but it also cannot migrate or form long-term lumps the way synthetic fillers occasionally do. Your body gradually metabolizes the material over six to twelve months.
Pricing structures vary depending on whether you book a single treatment or a series, so the cost of follow-up sessions will be reviewed transparently during your consultation. Many patients find that a planned series delivers better long-term value than ad-hoc single sessions.
Light activity is fine the same day, but hold off on strenuous exercise, saunas, and facials for 48 to 72 hours so the gel can settle properly. Air travel is generally safe within a day or two, though Dr. Lyos may suggest waiting longer if you have significant swelling.
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