Amniotic membrane is the tissue that protects a developing baby in the womb. It provides a barrier between the mother and baby that grows as the baby grows. The membrane contains many nutritive components called “growth factors” that support development of soft tissue.
Amniotic membrane is the tissue that protects a developing baby in the womb. It provides a barrier between the mother and baby that grows as the baby grows. The membrane contains many nutritive components called “growth factors” that support development of soft tissue.
Tissue from amniotic membrane has been used for decades to treat injuries. The 50+ human growth factors and other cellular chemicals that are found in amniotic tissue are nature's way of signaling new cells to surround an injury, to replicate and to produce healthy, new cells. Also, they regulate existing, healthy cells to remodel and create powerful, natural agents that advance the overall quality of healing. Specifically, amniotic tissue has been shown to enhance soft tissue healing, modulate inflammation, reduce scar tissue formation. Its wound healing properties have been highlighted in over 200+ publications.Amniotic membrane is the tissue that protects a developing baby in the womb. It provides a barrier between the mother and baby that grows as the baby grows. The membrane contains many nutritive components called “growth factors” that support development of soft tissue.
Any time an injury to the skin occurs, either because of an accident or intentionally for aesthetic purposes, there is a healing process. As we grow older, many of us lose the ability to heal as efficiently as we did when we were young. Amniotic membrane provides healing capabilities that we might have lost.Dr. Balshi will simply apply a topical solution to the treated area. This solution is a liquid that contains amniotic growth factors.
Immediately: Dr. Balshi will instruct you not to wear make-up or wash your face for the rest of the day. Hours Later: Your face may feel tight. The discomfort and inflammation around the site may begin to ease, depending upon the type of facial procedure. Biologic activity of the amniotic membrane has been shown to initiate within hours of administration. Days/Weeks later: After the tightness has lessened, you may begin to notice some of the benefits of enhanced soft tissue healing. Your results will continue to improve over the next month or two. Growth factors and cell recruitment lead to new collagen production.
Amniotic membrane is donated by health, consenting mothers undergoing scheduled deliveries by Caesarean section. The amniotic membrane is typically discarded as medical waste after childbirth. The recovery of the amniotic membrane does not affect the baby, mother, or the delivery; therefore, the donation process does not share ethical concerns associated with embryonic tissue.
Both the mother and fetal tissue are tested for infectious disease, similar to the testing done for blood donations. All steps to clean and preserve the tissue are validated and are in compliance with FDA and AATB guidelines.
