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PRP for Hair Loss

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for Hair Growth

When a person sustains a cut or wound, the platelets are some of the body's "first responders" that arrive to stop the bleeding and promote healing.

The platelets in our blood are integral to healing injuries on the body, so medical practitioners often choose to infuse “platelet-rich” blood near injury sites to speed the body's natural healing processes.

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for hair loss takes advantage of these natural healing processes to revitalize your scalp to grow new hair follicles.

By applying PRP directly to the scalp with microneedling, you'll enjoy a treatment that can return your hair to its natural, thriving state of growth.

Platelet-Rich Plasma treatments are effective at:

Stimulating hair growth in problem areas
Improving blood circulation to the scalp, leading to more growth
Stimulate collagen development for new scalp matrix
Reducing inflammation, which helps reverse hair and scalp issues
Increasing hair follicle size for stronger strands and less breakage

Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy Gets Results:

In 2019, a team of researchers carried out a systematic review of the research on PRP as a treatment for hair loss.

The analysis focused on 11 research papers that included a total of 262 participants with male and female pattern baldness.

According to the authors, most of the studies found that injections of PRP reduced hair loss and increased the diameter of hairs and the density of hair growth in areas previously lacking hair.

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PRP with Microneedling:

Rather than doing the typical injections, Nina Ross takes a more active approach to PRP therapy by using Microneedling.

Microneedles reach the lower layer of your skin, the dermis. It is in the dermis where collagen is made, the building block of your hair. It is also in the dermis where the signs of aging and sun damage show up. So being able to get to the dermis is critical to produce results.

So we have these microneedles forming small channels to the dermis and inducing new collagen formation. We also have PRP growth factors that can start tissue repair. Why not combine them for even greater results?

Microneedling with PRP does just that. Your PRP is obtained and placed on those newly formed microchannels. The PRP is drawn down to the dermis where it can further increase collagen production and hair rejuvenation.

Platelet-Rich Plasma treatments with Nina Ross:

The following steps are an example of a common approach to PRP injections for hair loss:

A medical professional draws blood from a vein in the arm.
They place the blood sample in a centrifuge.
The centrifuge spins the blood, separating its components.
A medical professional extracts the platelets using a syringe.
A medical professional micro needles platelets into targeted areas.

The treatment itself, performed by our specialist, takes between 30 minutes to 1 hour depending on the extension of the area being treated.

After receiving PRP treatment, a person can usually return to their regular activities without any limitations.

Frequency:

Usually a minimum of 4 sessions is required to stimulate hair growth. We recommend starting with an intensive course of treatments every 2 weeks for 16 weeks.

Platelet-Rich Plasma Treatment FAQ’s:

How long until i see the results of prp treatments?

Hair growth improvements can typically be measured in about three months, but it takes six to twelve months to visually “see” the difference in photos and in the mirror.

Results are permanent. According to published reports, PRP tends to improve hair caliber and hair growth in about four to six weeks, requiring multiple repeated treatments for at least 16 weeks. Combined with Mesotherapy, the effects of PRP have been reported to be stronger and last longer.

How long does the treatment take to administer?

PRP is done a comfortable, in-office, non-surgical procedure that takes about an hour start-to-finish, and most of that time is spent in the preparation phase… meaning you, the patient, is just relaxing!

What are the side effects of prp hair treatments?

Most patients notice a brief period of inflammation during which their scalp remains somewhat pink and numb for a few hours. However Inflammation is not just a side effect, it's the desired result! Inflammation causes the scalp to regenerate healthy collagen, which leads to hair growth.

Are there any people who cannot get prp hair treatments?

Patients with certain blood disorders or on certain medications are not candidates for PRP treatments. PRP poses little risk of allergy, hypersensitivity or foreign-body reactions since it's simply re-purposing your own DNA.

Is there a recovery period or downtime after PRP treatments?

There is no activity restriction after a PRP treatment. Patients may shower/shampoo/condition their hair normally just several hours after the treatment and resume normal daily and athletic activities. As mentioned previously, some brief mild inflammation noticeable as redness/pinkness and numbness of the scalp may be present for several hours.

No harsh chemical coloring or perming treatments should be performed for at least 72 hours. Use of topical hair growth treatments like Minoxidil 82M or similar can resume the next day. Red Laser therapy treatments can also be resumed the next day.

Is the treatment painful?

Some patients experience slight discomfort but the treatment is not painful. We minimize discomfort by administering a mild anesthetic compound with the Fusion solution.

How soon can I expect to see results after the first treatment

The results of any hair restoration treatments always vary between individuals, but in most cases it will take 3 – 4 months before results are noticeable.

Although some patients report good results within a few weeks of starting treatment, it’s better to allow three to six months for full effect of the treatment to develop. 

 Can this be used with PRP and hair loss medication?

Yes, your treatment plan might recommend PRP or medication as a part of your Fusion therapy, ask the experts at Nina Ross Hair and Skin Therapy for more information.

Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy for Hair Growth Package:

PRP offers non-invasive and painless hair rejuvenation at an affordable price. It is the high standard in safety, efficiency, and long-lasting results.

Increasing the level of platelets, nutrients and oxygen in the scalp will naturally feed the follicle, strengthen the shaft and increase the thickness and volume of the hair. It is suitable for anyone wanting to treat conditions such as: male/female pattern baldness or many other forms of Alopecia.