How Does PRP Work?
PRP and PRF is extracted from your own blood. It contains 10-20 times the amount of platelets usually found in your blood. The Platelets are very important cells that stop you bleeding when you cut yourself. They also release growth factors that attract and stimulate ste m cell production to the damaged area. These stem cells and growth factors work to repair the damage. When we inject the highly concentrated PRP into the scalp, the platelets activate to start the tissue repair cycle. The stem cells and growth factors then repair and regenerate the damaged hair follicles.
Does it Hurt?
We use a very fine needle to inject the PRP into the scalp which minimizes the discomfort, and you can use a numbing spray to help with the discomfort. The discomfort is totable and wont last long. This process lasts about 10 minuets. Once the injections have finished there shouldn't be anymore discomfort. Most people don't have any pain or discomfort by the time they have left the clinic.
Who can have PRP and PRF For Hair Restoration?
It can be used for all genders experiencing hair loss. However, you must inform us of any medications you are taking (including aspirin, ibuprofen and any vitamin supplements) also any medical conditions, as some will effect the PRP, or prevent you from being able to have PRP treatment. We also recommend not drinking alcohol and smoking for up to 7 days before and after having treatment.
What Results Can I Expect?
Everyone is different, but we usually start to see results within 4-6 months. Your hair should start to thicken and become stronger. The best results are 12-18 months after the first procedure. We suggest you will need PRP treatment once a month for 3-6 months to get the best results. Its recommended to have a top up once or 2, 3 or 4 times a year after the treatment, to maintain the growth.
The best results are seen on thinning hair rather than full loss of hair. The hair follicle still needs to be alive and active for PRP to work. Where the follicle has died off and stopped producing hair, a hair transplant would be the best solution. PRP can then be used to help the transplanted hairs grow better and give the best results.
Book your PRP treatment today to get thicker stronger hair.
Book your PRP treatment today to get thicker stronger hair.
One of our nurses will provide a consultation by phone and then arrange an appointment for you.
Our nurses will contact you to discuss the treatment process and if necessary arrange a face to face consultation. Once this has happened and you are happy to proceed they will arrange a convenient time for your first session.
We advise that if you are taking Minoxidil or Finasteride and it has stopped the hair loss to keep taking it as this will prevent the build-up of DHT. PRP can be given alongside these medications.
