A new affordable option for you to improve your hair density without surgery or harmful side effects. PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) for hair restoration involves simple injections of your own platelets into the vascular layer of your scalp, this procedure stimulates the growth of hair and reduces the effects of thinning. PRP increases blood supply to the follicle. Increases thickness, triggers and maintains the growth phase. Decreases hair loss.
How does PRP work?
Platelets contain healing growth factors. Those growth factors are like signal callers that give instructions to your tissue to regenerate and multiply. With PRP for hair, your growth factors and stem cells work together to reverse the miniaturization of the hair follicle and restarting dormant hair back into the growth stage. PRP has already been used effectively and safely in Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, Cosmetic Surgery, and Oral surgery.
How is the PRP Procedure Performed?
A special collection tube is used to draw your blood and is placed in a centrifuge. After 10 minutes, the high concentration platelets are drawn up into a syringe. Using a fine needle the platelets are strategically injected into your scalp to the areas that need improvement. Topical anesthetic is optional and can be applied to the scalp prior to procedure.
How many treatments are required?
It is recommended monthly for 3 months. This ensures that the hair follicles remain stimulated and that the hair growth is progressing.
Is there any recovery time?
There is no downtime or long recovery process. You may take a warm shower the evening of the treatment. It is advised to avoid using any harsh dyes or chemicals on your hair for 48 hours.
How long will the procedure take?
The total treatment time with topical anesthetic would be approximately 45 minutes. If you opted for no anesthetic, it would be approximately 30 minutes.
How effective is PRP?
Out of all of the products that you can find on the market today regarding hair growth, PRP is the most effective. It is also important to understand that results are going to vary and there is never any guarantee of success. Overall though, PRP is an effective non-surgical procedure that works well to stimulate the follicle in order to induce hair growth. It reverses hair thinning and it causes the growth of new hair.
Is PRP therapy for you?
PRP Therapy is a great option for many men and women that are looking to restore their confidence and to regain a lush head of hair. Before getting PRP done, it is important to conduct careful research and to also consult with an experienced physician regarding your choice. Overall, this procedure is a safe and natural option for many individuals. In addition, you also want to keep in mind that PRP is still being analyzed as a means to restore hair growth and to reverse thinning in men and women. Therefore, there can be no claim that PRP therapy 100% promotes hair growth. In addition, FDA has not approved the treatment. If you prefer to not have surgery or are not a candidate for surgery, then PRP therapy at Face Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery with Dr. Rick Jaggi is an excellent option.