Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Hair Restoration
Does PRP for hair loss work?
Platelet-Rich Plasma or PRP therapy is a popular and an effective treatment for hair loss. It works because PRP has close to five times the number of platelets found in normal blood. These platelets have a number of growth factors that when injected into the scalp stimulates hair growth by encouraging the rejuvenation of follicles and extending the growth cycle of the hair. Many patients have seen much success from PRP injections for hair loss.
What does PRP hair injections treat?
PRP injections for hair restoration is commonly used in both men and women. Patients who receive PRP therapy during the early stages of hair loss tend to see the best results. Anyone experiencing any form of hair loss is essentially a good candidate for PRP injections.
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What are the benefits for PRP hair restoration?
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Hair Thinning
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Thin Edges
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Bald Spots
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Hair Shedding
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Widening Parts
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Receding Hairline
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Alopecia
How does PRP Hair Regrowth work?
Your medical professional will draw a blood sample and spin in a centrifuge to separate the red blood cells from the platelet rich plasma. Next, they will inject the highly concentrated platelets, which contain cytokines and other growth factors into your hair follicles and hair roots. The hair follicles and hair roots need to be healthy to achieve optimal hair growth. The use of your blood plasma increases the blood circulation to the hair follicles helping the growth of new healthy hair.
PRP Hair Restoration FAQ
Does PRP actually regrow hair? Studies report PRP Hair Restoration treatment has an overall positive effect on hair loss. Statistically, PRP treatment on the scalp does demonstrate significant improvement in regard to hair shaft thickness and promoting active hair growth. PRP injections improve both hair density and hair strength. PRP Hair Restoration treatments provide a non-surgical option to treat hair loss resulting from medical conditions including androgenetic alopecia.
How long does PRP last for hair loss? PRP hair loss treatment results can be evident for as long as 18 months after the initial round of injection treatments, but it is recommended for a patient to undergo a follow-up treatment approximately once a year in order to maintain the full results of the PRP injections.
Is PRP for hair loss painful? Most patients find that PRP treatments for hair loss are not painful. Pain associated with PRP for hair loss can be managed by your provider. Before the PRP treatment begins, the provider can apply a numbing cream to the scalp to minimize any sensations or pressure felt during the treatment. This numbing will allow you to have a comfortable and pain-free experience.