Hair loss is common among both men and women. According to Harvard University, “about one-third of women experience hair loss (alopecia) at some time in their lives” and “among postmenopausal women, as many as two-thirds suffer hair thinning or bald spots” as quoted in our blog post, Thinning Hair? Now it’s possible for you to increase your hair density without surgery or harmful side effects. Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) for hair loss involves a simple injection of your own platelets into the vascular layer of your scalp.
How PRP Works
Platelets contain healing growth factors. Those growth factors are like signal callers that give instructions to your tissue to regenerate and multiply. Various fields of medicine utilize PRP for wound healing to speed up recovery time and to regrow healthier, stronger tissue. Doctors have also found that PRP stimulates hair restoration as growth factors and stem cells work together to reverse the miniaturization of the hair follicle. It’s like jump-starting dormant hair back into the growth stage!
The procedure begins by drawing a small volume of blood from the patient’s arm. The whole blood is then processed in a high-speed centrifuge where the platelets are separated from the red blood cells. The platelets are transferred into a syringe, where they can be injected into the scalp in areas where thinning and diffused hair is located.
PRP for hair restoration is safe for both men and women and takes less than an hour to complete. There’s no downtime or long recovery period – you can even shower on the evening of your treatment. PRP is not a cure for baldness (Androgenic Alopecia). However, there is evidence that regular treatments can significantly slow down the effects of Androgenic Alopecia and increase hair density.
What to Expect
PRP therapy typically takes less than an hour to complete and involves minimal discomfort. Here’s what to expect during a session:
- Preparation: The clinician draws a small blood sample, with the amount depending on the treatment area.
- Processing: The drawn blood is put in a centrifuge, where it is separated into platelet-poor plasma, red blood cells, and platelet-rich plasma.
- Injection: Your provider will inject the platelet-rich plasma into the areas of the scalp with thinning hair using a fine needle.
The number of sessions needed to obtain desired results varies from patient to patient. Most people need three initial sessions, each after a month, and maintenance treatments after six months.
Is PRP Right for You?
PRP therapy is safe and features minimal risks and no downtime. However, you should consult a medical professional before booking the procedure. The doctor will evaluate your health to rule out any conditions that may make you an ineligible candidate. These include autoimmune diseases, bleeding disorders, and if you are under certain medications, that may compromise platelet function. Also, the results of this hair growth remedy vary, and your provider may recommend that you combine it with other treatments for quick results.
PRP is a proven method for anyone looking for a minimally invasive way to increase hair growth. The process has minimal downtime, allowing you to get back to your daily routine immediately. While it cannot be termed as a treatment for baldness, it slows down the process. PRP therapy is a popular treatment helping many boost their hair density and regain their confidence.
Find out if PRP for hair restoration is right for you.
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