How to Choose the Best PRP Clinic London - What to Look For
You have decided to try PRP. Now you face another decision. Which clinic? Searching "PRP London" returns dozens of options. They all claim to be experts. They all show impressive before and afters. How do you actually choose?
The quality of your PRP treatment depends heavily on the clinic you choose. Equipment, technique, practitioner expertise, and patient care all affect outcomes.
Here is how to evaluate PRP clinics and make an informed choice.
Practitioner Qualifications
PRP is a medical procedure. It should be performed by appropriately qualified medical professionals.
Look for GMC-registered doctors, particularly those with relevant specialist training. Aesthetic treatments benefit from dermatology, plastic surgery, or aesthetic medicine backgrounds. Joint treatments benefit from sports medicine, rheumatology, or orthopaedic expertise.
Be cautious of clinics where the practitioner's qualifications are unclear or where non-medically qualified staff perform procedures.
Ask directly: Who will perform my treatment? What are their qualifications? What specific training do they have in PRP?
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Equipment Quality
Not all PRP is equal. The equipment used to prepare PRP significantly affects platelet concentration and quality.
Basic centrifuges produce lower platelet concentrations. Some separate red cells poorly, contaminating the PRP. The resulting product may be less effective.
Medical-grade PRP systems are designed specifically for optimal platelet concentration and purity. They consistently produce high-quality PRP.
Ask: What PRP preparation system do you use? What platelet concentration does it achieve?
Consultation Process
Quality clinics do not rush you into treatment. They assess whether you are a suitable candidate and set realistic expectations.
Warning signs include being offered treatment without proper consultation, pressure to book immediately, guarantees of specific results, and reluctance to answer questions.
Good signs include thorough medical history taking, honest discussion of what PRP can and cannot do, clear explanation of alternatives, and time to consider before committing.
Imaging Guidance for Joint Treatments
PRP injections for joints should use ultrasound guidance. This ensures accurate delivery to the target tissue.
Blind injections (without imaging) are less accurate. PRP delivered to the wrong location is wasted.
For joint treatments, ask: Will you use ultrasound guidance? Can you show me the target on the screen?
Transparent Pricing
Hidden costs erode trust. Quality clinics provide clear pricing upfront.
Understand exactly what is included. Consultation fee, treatment fee, follow-up appointments, additional sessions if needed.
Some clinics advertise low prices then add charges for the consultation, the numbing cream, the dressings, the follow-up. Get a total cost before committing.
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Reviews and Reputation
Patient reviews provide insight, though interpret them carefully.
Look for verified reviews on independent platforms. Google reviews, Trustpilot, and doctify offer less filtered feedback than testimonials on clinic websites.
Look for specific comments about the experience, communication, and results rather than just star ratings.
Be wary of clinics with only perfect reviews or reviews that sound scripted.
Our Approach
At The London PRP Clinic, we meet the standards described above.
Our practitioners are GMC-registered doctors with specific training in regenerative medicine and aesthetic treatments.
We use medical-grade PRP preparation systems producing consistently high platelet concentrations.
Every patient receives proper consultation before treatment. We turn away patients who are not suitable candidates.
Joint injections are performed under ultrasound guidance.
Our pricing is transparent. We tell you the full cost upfront with no hidden charges.
We welcome questions. An informed patient is the best patient.
Red Flags to Avoid
Practitioners without clear medical qualifications.
Reluctance to explain equipment or technique.
Pressure to book without proper consultation.
Unrealistic promises or guaranteed results.
Significantly cheaper prices than established clinics (corners are likely being cut).
Unable to provide before and after photographs of actual patients.
Questions to Ask Any Clinic
Who will perform my treatment and what are their qualifications?
What PRP system do you use?
Will imaging guidance be used for my injection?
What results can I realistically expect?
What is the total cost including all appointments?
What happens if I do not respond to treatment?
The answers reveal the clinic's quality.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a more expensive clinic always better? Not necessarily. But very cheap prices often indicate inferior equipment, less experienced practitioners, or cut corners. Quality has a cost.
Should I choose based on before and after photos? Photos help but can be manipulated or selectively chosen. They should be one factor among many.
Do I need to see a specialist for PRP? For hair and skin, a doctor with aesthetic experience is appropriate. For joint conditions, sports medicine or musculoskeletal expertise is valuable.
Can I have a consultation before committing? You should. Any clinic that insists on payment before consultation is a red flag.
How do I verify qualifications? GMC registration can be checked online at the GMC website. Ask practitioners directly about their training.
Choose wisely. Your results depend on it.
