PRP (platelet rich plasma) is a treatment derived from a person’s own whole blood. It promotes hair growth, tissue regeneration, and improved wound healing. Though it is still being studied, PRP is thought to work by delivering concentrated growth factors directly to cells1.
PRP delivers concentrated growth factors directly to cells.
Blood is drawn from the patient on the day of the PRP session. The patient’s drawn blood then goes through a spinning process that separates the platelets from the blood in order to transfer them to a syringe in a sterile fashion. This syringe now contains PRP (platelet rich plasma).
PRP for hair loss: After administration of local anesthesia, the PRP is injected into the affected areas of the scalp. Current data supports the use of 3 monthly PRP sessions followed by 3- to 6- month maintenance injections for best results1.
PRP for skin rejuvenation: A patient’s blood is drawn prior to the laser or micro-needling treatment and then applied topically to the skin after the initial treatment.3
The best candidates for treatment have male or female pattern (androgenetic) hair loss.
Patients who want a better cosmetic outcome following laser resurfacing or microneedling procedures are the best candidates for the use of PRP as rejuvenation.
There is some pain with injection of local anesthesia. Some patients experience bruising or swelling, but are closely monitored by the performing physician should it occur.
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References 1. Platelet-Rich Plasma as a Treatment for Androgenetic Alopecia. Gupta AK, et al. Dermatol Surg. 2019. PMID: 30882509 Review. 2. Platelet-rich plasma and fractional CO2 laser combination treatment for face rejuvenation Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2014, Vol.70 (5), p.AB19-AB19 Mosby, Inc 3. Platelet-rich plasma and its utility in medical dermatology: A systematic review Hesseler, Michael J ; Shyam, Nikhil Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2019-09, Vol.81 (3), p.834-846 United States: Elsevier Inc |
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FAQs | How Does It Work?PRP delivers concentrated growth factors directly to cells. Blood is drawn from the patient on the day of the PRP session. The patient’s drawn blood then goes through a spinning process that separates the platelets from the blood in order to transfer them to a syringe in a sterile fashion. This syringe now contains PRP (platelet rich plasma). PRP for hair loss: After administration of local anesthesia, the PRP is injected into the affected areas of the scalp. Current data supports the use of 3 monthly PRP sessions followed by 3- to 6- month maintenance injections for best results1. PRP for skin rejuvenation: A patient’s blood is drawn prior to the laser or micro-needling treatment and then applied topically to the skin after the initial treatment.3 Will It Work For Me?The best candidates for treatment have male or female pattern (androgenetic) hair loss. Patients who want a better cosmetic outcome following laser resurfacing or microneedling procedures are the best candidates for the use of PRP as rejuvenation. Are There Any Side Effects?There is some pain with injection of local anesthesia. Some patients experience bruising or swelling, but are closely monitored by the performing physician should it occur. |
Treatment Type | PRP Procedures |
Skin Concern | Hair Loss |
Size | N/A |
Brand | Eclipse |
Blood is drawn from the patient on the day of the PRP session. The patient’s drawn blood then goes through a spinning process that separates the platelets from the blood in order to transfer them to a syringe in a sterile fashion. This syringe now contains PRP (platelet rich plasma).
PRP for hair loss: After administration of local anesthesia, the PRP is injected into the affected areas of the scalp. Current data supports the use of 3 monthly PRP sessions followed by 3- to 6- month maintenance injections for best results1.
PRP for skin rejuvenation: A patient’s blood is drawn prior to the laser or micro-needling treatment and PRP is applied topically to the skin after the initial treatment.3
Autologous platelets, platelet-derived growth factor, transforming growth factor beta, other growth factors