Miss Having Great Hair? PRP Scalp Treatments Can Bring It Back!
Hair loss is a problem that many people face. In many cases, it is caused by poor nutrition, pollution, improper treatment of hair, medication, and genetics. Hair loss, also known as baldness or alopecia, refers to loss of hair from the head or body without inflammation or scarring.
Hair loss can cause emotional distress. There are several ways to regrow hair. Many products and treatments are introduced in the market to overcome this problem. Only a few are effective, such as the PRP treatment.
PRP Scalp Treatment: Regrow Your Hair
Those who are aware of the PRP facial will not be surprised to know how PRP scalp treatment works. PRP stands for Platelet-Rich Plasma.
The plasma in our blood contains white blood cells and platelets. Platelets are tiny cells that rush to the site of injury to repair the damage. They are rich in growth factors that stimulate tissue recovery by increasing blood flow and cytokines.
Growth factors play the role of messengers, signalling the skin cells to function. Growth factors help stimulate the activity of hair follicles, promoting hair growth.
Your PRP Consultation
The PRP scalp treatment starts with a consultation at Cupertino Facial Esthetics. Your doctor will explain the treatment process in greater detail and will answer any questions you may have.
They will ask about your medical history, family medical history, nutrition information, medications currently being taken, hair-care regimen, recent surgeries (if any), and hair-loss history.
They may also recommend blood tests and a scalp biopsy to determine your eligibility for the treatment.
What Should You Expect During a PRP Scalp Treatment?
The PRP scalp-treatment process begins with a standard blood draw. The tube of blood is placed into a machine called a centrifuge, which spins and separates the blood.
The blood is separated into three layers: platelet-poor plasma, platelet-rich plasma, and red blood cells. The platelet-rich plasma is drawn into a syringe and injected into the scalp in the areas that require hair-growth stimulation. Even though the process is meticulous, it takes less than a half hour to complete.
Because this treatment does not cause much pain, numbing the treatment area is not needed. Cooling air or ice packs can be used for any discomfort. The treatment causes minor bruising, which fades away in a week or two.
Who Is an Eligible Candidate?
PRP scalp therapy is suitable for:
- Anyone who is experiencing hair loss (those with early hair loss respond best to the treatment)
- Patients with androgenic alopecia, also called male-pattern baldness
This therapy is not suitable for:
- Individuals who smoke often or drink alcohol frequently
- Individuals who do recreational drugs
- People who take blood thinners
- People who suffer from medical conditions such as chronic skin or liver disease, cancer, metabolic disorders, blood disorders, thrombocytopenia, hypofibrinogenemia, or hemodynamic instability
PRP scalp treatment is a completely non-surgical answer to hair loss. An eligible patient can enjoy the benefits of this treatment by spending just an hour in the clinic.
Get Back the Great Hair You Deserve
At Cupertino Facial Esthetics, quality patient care is our main priority. To get back a full head of hair, contact us today and schedule your consultation for PRP scalp treatment.
