Thinning hair is an issue that can disrupt the lives of both men and women. As medicine advances, new techniques for hair loss treatment are developed. PRP therapy, an option available to those who qualify, is very promising. There are many benefits and very few of the downsides that go along with other treatment options. There are several treatments for hair loss but there is certain reason why PRP is getting more popular. Platelet-rich plasma, or PRP, is derived from the bloodstream and has been used for years to treat musculoskeletal conditions, and more recently, skin conditions. Colloquially termed “vampire” treatments, PRP injected into the skin or used after micro needling (a technique that uses small needles to create microscopic skin wounds) may help to improve skin texture and appearance. Recently, PRP has garnered attention as a promising solution for one of the most challenging problems in dermatology: hair loss. Platelet-rich plasma is naturally in your blood. This powerful liquid is harvested from your own blood, making the risk of an allergic reaction incredibly small. This plasma contains 17 different growth factors that stimulate the growth of newer, healthier cells to replace old, damaged ones. The process simply involves a small blood draw. This blood then has the PRP removed by spinning it in a centrifuge. This can be done right here in our clinic. The pure platelet-rich plasma is then strategically injected into the scalp where PRP therapy stimulates inactive hair cells, reenergizing them to trigger the growth of new hair.
BENEFITS:
there are many reasons to consider this form of hair loss treatment if you have been struggling with
thinning hair.
Some of the top benefits of this treatment include:
• It has proven to be highly effective: The growth factors found in platelet-rich plasma are great for stimulating hair follicles. Most people see visible improvements after just months. Please note that it typically requires multiple sessions to see results. Once satisfactory results have been reached, maintenance treatments are recommended as needed.
• There is no recovery period: Since it is non-surgical and requires just a small blood draw, this form of hair loss treatment will not result in any downtime.
• There is little to no discomfort: Again, thanks to the lack of surgery, this is a very tolerable procedure. It takes only a small amount of your blood and simple injections to successfully complete a treatment session.
• The sessions are quick and easy: Most of your time in the office is spent doing preparation for the injections. The actual injections take only minutes to complete, and then you are on your way.