PRP for hair: indications, benefits, effectiveness
PRP therapy for hair is a procedure that treats diseases of the hair and scalp with the body's own blood plasma enriched with platelets.
PRP therapy is an innovative technology that helps to restore hair health and restore lost volume and beauty in a short time. In addition, PRP treatment is used to combat hair loss.
The essence of PRP treatment in trichology is that a patient suffering from hair loss is administered a series of injections with his own blood enriched with platelets and treated with a special activator.
PRP therapy was first used to prevent and treat hair loss in 2009 and has since become popular with trichologists and their patients. Originally, the technique was used to treat androgenic alopecia, but a few years later PRP therapy was activated. is used for all types of hair loss and to improve the general condition of the scalp and hair.
The principle of the procedure is that the activated platelets begin to secrete growth factors that enable rapid tissue regeneration. Growth factors are polypeptides with a wide spectrum of action. They stimulate blood flow, division and metabolic processes in hair follicle cells, which leads to hair growth.
Advantages of PRP therapy for hair
The main advantages of the procedure are:
- Absence of side effects thanks to the use of the patient's own blood plasma;
- The non-surgical nature of the procedure - injections into the scalp leave practically no traces, do not disturb the integrity of the tissue and do not cause scarring;
- Since PRP therapy, unlike hair transplantation, has no mechanical effect on the hair follicles, the skin recovers very quickly, and the injection sites disappear in a few days.
Indications
Indications for the treatment:
all types of hair loss (androgenic, nasal, diffuse);
preparation for and recovery from hair transplantation;
slow hair growth;
chronic scalp diseases (psoriasis, seborrhea, dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis);
deterioration of hair quality and appearance (dullness, thinning, hair breakage, thinning).
Contraindications
The following contraindications should be avoided:
low platelet count in blood;
psycho-emotional disorders;
cancers;
pathologies related to blood clotting disorders;
inflammatory and infectious diseases;
corticosteroids and blood thinning medications;
pregnancy and breastfeeding.
PRP therapy for hair is a safe and effective procedure, and the results of the treatment last for two or more years.
Results
After the procedure the following positive effects are observed
- The number of hair loss decreases;
- normalizes the sebaceous glands;
- strengthens the hair follicles;
- The density and diameter of the hair increases;
- Itching, dryness and dandruff disappear;
- Hair breakage and split ends are reduced;
- Hair looks healthy, dense, shiny and elastic again.
For maximum results, at least 5-6 treatments are recommended.
How can I improve my results after hair transplantation?
PRP therapy is used in the treatment of hair loss and also helps after a hair transplant. This method uses the patient's own plasma. For patients with very sensitive skin and allergies who need to restore their hair growth, this is often the only method. This procedure can be somewhat painful, but is very effective.
What is a hair transplant?
A hair transplant is an aesthetic procedure performed by a specialist that consists in transplanting your own hair from areas of the head where it is of good quality and dense, mainly the top of the head, to areas where the hair is thin .or little The procedure is performed under local anesthesia by applying an anesthetic cream.
What is PRP treatment and why is it necessary after hair transplantation?
Hair PRP treatment is one of the most natural ways to treat hair loss. Your own blood plasma, enriched with platelets, can help restore hair growth. It is an excellent stimulator of skin cell growth and supports cell activity at the injection site. The plasma naturally provides the scalp with the necessary nutrients for new hair growth. During the procedure, a small amount of blood is drawn from the patient into special PRP tubes, the plasma is separated into a centrifuge and then injected into the scalp.
How to prepare for PRP treatment and hair transplantation?
Before hair transplantation and plasma therapy, it is recommended not to drink alcohol, tea and coffee for 3 days, take anticoagulant medications and get enough sleep. It is not recommended to eat processed, salty, fried foods. and fatty foods. Drink plenty of fluids during these days. It is recommended not to eat anything about 5 hours before hair implantation and plasma therapy. Wash your hair with a shampoo before the procedure and refrain from using hair products for at least 3 days before the plasma treatment.
PRP treatment after hair transplantation causes:
- Reduces hair loss
- restores inactive hair follicles
- strengthens hair follicles
- increases hair thickness
- treats dandruff problems
The procedure of PRP treatment after hair transplantation
The scalp is treated with an antiseptic solution that cleans and disinfects it. An anesthetic cream is then applied to the treated area to relieve discomfort during the procedure and left on for 20 minutes. Depending on the size of the area to be treated, 8 16 ml of blood is taken, from which the blood plasma is separated using a centrifuge, the plasma is injected into the desired area using a fine needle. The procedure takes between 30 and 60 minutes, depending on the size of the area to be treated. After the plasma is injected, the entire area is disinfected again. To achieve a lasting effect, 2 to 4 treatments are recommended.
PRP therapy can also be used in hair transplantation. It has a positive effect on postoperative healing and stimulates hair growth and quality after hair transplantation. After the procedure, you can go about your normal activities. The use of platelet rich plasma will eventually improve not only the density but also the quality of your hair.
