What to expect at your Smell Clinic consultation
This appointment helps identify what might be causing your symptoms and whether PRP smell-restoration treatment could be right for you.
Changes in your sense of smell can be unsettling, but your consultation is designed to be calm, clear and reassuring. At the Get Well Soon Smell Clinic, you will meet an experienced ENT specialist who understands the impact of smell loss, smell distortion, parosmia, phantosmia and post-viral smell change.
What happens during my smell loss appointment?
Your first consultation begins with a warm conversation about your symptoms. You’ll be able to explain when your smell changed, what you notice day to day and how it affects your life. Many patients tell us this is the first time they feel understood and taken seriously.
Your specialist may carry out a gentle examination of your nose and sinuses. This can include:
A nasal endoscopy
A quick look inside the nose using a small camera
Smell tests
To understand the extent of smell loss or distortion
Medical history
Review of any previous scans or medical history
This assessment helps build a clear picture of why your sense of smell has changed, whether due to viral infections such as COVID, sinus inflammation, injury, nasal polyps, or other ENT causes.
Will I find out if PRP treatment is suitable for me?
Yes – your consultation is the key step in understanding if PRP therapy for smell loss may support your recovery.
PRP is an emerging treatment where a small sample of your own blood is processed in a centrifuge to concentrate the platelets. These are then carefully injected near the smell nerves under local anaesthetic. Early research suggests PRP may help support nerve recovery, particularly after viral infections.
What happens after my first appointment?
If PRP is right for you, you'll be guided through the remainder of our four-step pathway, by the same specialist throughout:
Appointment 2
This is your PRP procedure appointment
Appointment 3
This is your first review to track early progress
Appointment 4
This is your second review, monitoring your longer-term changes
Rediscover your favourite smells again
Frequently Asked Questions
If PRP isn’t the right option for you, your specialist will guide you through alternative approaches. This may include smell training, managing underlying nasal or sinus issues or further assessment where needed. You will always receive clear, supportive guidance.
Some people experience meaningful improvement, while others see more gradual change. PRP is still considered experimental, so full restoration cannot be guaranteed. Your specialist will talk honestly about what is realistic for your situation.
PRP is generally considered low risk because it is made from your own blood, which means allergic reactions are extremely unlikely. The procedure is carried out by an ENT specialist under local anaesthetic using established clinical techniques. Your clinician will explain everything clearly and answer any questions before treatment.
Everyone’s recovery timeline is different. Some people begin noticing changes within a few weeks, while others progress more gradually over several months. PRP is an emerging treatment, so results vary, but many patients value having a structured pathway rather than waiting for improvement on their own.