4 benefits of PRP for the treatment of hair loss

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) is used for a wide range of aesthetic and medical treatments, from skin rejuvenation to promoting natural healing following oral surgery. PRP at the Columbia, Maryland, area office of Eternal Dermatology & Aesthetic Center also offers unique benefits specifically for the treatment of hair loss. We have highlighted four of those benefits below:

1- Increases the density of hairs

Alopecia is the broad term for hair loss. Since hair grows in cycles, alopecia occurs when hairs are lost or shed faster than it can be replaced. Made from your body’s own blood, PRP is a natural way to increase the density of hair, filling out thinning or balding areas. In part, PRP injections into the scalp target the hair follicles. The healing growth factors in PRP stimulate specialized stem cells, which help regenerate the follicle and control the growth cycle. 

2 – Boosts hair thickness

Over several months, your hair will be fuller and look better, too. So, PRP also supports hair quality by increasing the thickness of each strand. It addresses the process of follicle miniaturization, which causes the follicles to shrink. The hairs that grow through them are progressively shorter and thinner. PRP reverses this process by strengthening the hair follicles’ structure. In doing so, the diameter of the hair shaft is improved. Thicker shafts give your hair a more voluminous and healthier appearance.

Before & After Results

PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) for Hair Loss

• The patient came in with worsening hair loss on the crown of the scalp, which had been present for years.
• We performed a series of 4 PRP treatments on the scalp.
• The patient was thrilled with the results, as she could now style her and no longer felt she needed to wear a wig.

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3 – Nourishes scalp health

The appearance of your hair also depends on the health of your scalp. Known for its regenerative capabilities, PRP therapy enhances blood flow and the delivery of oxygen and vital nutrients to the hair follicles. It also stimulates the formation of new blood vessels around the follicles. Enhanced oxygenation and nutrients are critical for tissue repair and for building healthy, strong hair. Due to its inflammation-fighting properties, PRP relieves chronic scalp irritation as well. 

4 – Reduces shedding 

As the follicles are stabilized during the treatment process, patients should notice a tremendous decrease in noticeable, daily shedding. There are several benefits at work that contribute to regrowth, outpacing the rate of shedding. One: better scalp health helps fight inflammation that may be responsible for shedding. Two: PRP prevents hair from entering either the shedding or resting phases of the hair growth cycle too quickly. In turn, it extends the anagen or active phase of hair growth. Lastly, PRP helps to reactivate those follicles that have shrunk (miniaturized), weakened, or are in a dormant state. As they “wake up,” the follicles produce stronger, thicker, longer strands that are less prone to falling out. 

As you can see, PRP therapy offers many potential benefits for patients in the greater Columbia, MD area who are experiencing thinning hair and excessive shedding. As with all PRP applications, this treatment is also non-invasive, well-tolerated, fast, natural, biocompatible, and safe, and requires no downtime to get sustained results. To experience the benefits for yourself, schedule a consultation with Dr. Ife Rodney today – call Eternal Dermatology & Aesthetic Center at (301) 479-6544.

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