Hair Restoration with PRP
Hair loss and hair thinning is a common complaint of men and women of all ages. Genetics, stress levels, and lifestyle all play a role in hair growth and abundance. Plasma treatments to restore hair has been rising in popularity. By using the bodies own growth factors and nutrients, and providing an increased blood flow to the hair follicles, we are able to improve hair thickness and quality.
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Autologous Platelet Rich plasma (A-PRP) is a natural therapy that exploits the regenerative potential contained in our platelets, to induce tissue repair and new tissue generation.
A-PRP induces regeneration of the hair bulb environment, increasing blood supply and enhancing hair follicle cell proliferation. This results in stronger, nicer hairs.
In stimulating the hair bulb environment, A-PRP provokes a natural process that results in strengthened hairs. Its natural and “autologous” quality means no side effects.
Performing A-PRP requires just a few millilitres of blood. The sample is put in a centrifuge to concentrate the patient’s platelets in a small amount of plasma. The plasma is then injected through a thin needle in the skin of the scalp.
Two major alopecia types affect the population:
The Androgenic Alopecia: the most common cause of hair loss due to hormonal imbalances, lack of nutrients or diseases. Treatment is challenging, and previous therapies demonstrated low-effectiveness
The Alopecia Areata: a rare autoimmune disorder causing spot baldness
Platelets have the ability to locally release growth factors, small molecules that act as messengers to initiate the process of cellular regeneration. From a small sample of blood, your physician isolates your platelets with a dedicated kit for the preparation of Autologous Platelet Rich Plasma. The A-PRP is ready to be injected in 10 minutes. Because it’s prepared from your blood, the risk of rejection or allergic reactions is minimized.