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The PRP Hair Growth Treatment Program has been developed to use the magic of our own blood platelets to release growth factors that stimulates hair follicles for thicker, healthier hair that delivers lasting improvements in hair growth for both men and women.
The treatment involves anaesthetizing the area of concern, drawing blood from the arm and centrifuging it. The resulting plasma – which is rich in platelets – is then taken and activated to release growth factors into the scalp by injecting defined areas with specific volumes tailored to your needs. These growth factors stop hair miniaturizing and stimulates existing hair follicles to become healthier and larger, producing a more robust hair pattern.
PRP usually works best in people who have started noticing their hair thinning in the last 2-3 years. For the best results, 3-6 treatments are usually recommended 4-6 weeks apart. Once you have reached a level you are happy with, top ups can be booked in every 6-12 months for maintenance.
Your blood is rich in red blood cells, white blood cells and plasma. We use only the plasma portion of your blood.
A small collection of blood is taken and processed to give us the PRP required for your treatment. This is done by placing your blood in a centrifuge for 8 minutes, separating the plasma and platelets from your red blood cells.
The concentrated source of autologous platelets within the plasma contain numerous growth factors that stimulate tissue regeneration, hair growth and remodeling. After application of a topical or local anesthetic, the PRP is then injected into your scalp, much like having other cosmetic injections.
The entire process is performed at Face Doctors and takes about an hour. Results take around 4-6 weeks to see with a series of 3-6 treatments recommended 4 weeks apart.
Dr Morunga demonstrating a consultation and PRP Hair Growth treatment at Face Doctors
Hair loss in women can be triggered by a few specific conditions females may face during the course of their life. These include postpartum hair loss, peri or post-menopausal hair loss, and PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome). These conditions tend to affect the hormone levels drastically, acutely affecting the hair growth cycle. Hair loss can also be a genetic problem, passed down through the generations. PRP works to target these issues to stimulate new hair growth, whether they are genetically or circumstantially predisposed.
Head over to The Hair Clinic website to read more about hair loss in women.
After your PRP treatment, initially you will see swelling from the treatment itself – this will gradually subside. For the first 2 weeks there is minimal change. Results become more visible around the 3-4 week period as platelets stimulate growth factors. This improvement will continue over the ensuing months. Minimal improvement occurs in persons with heavy alcohol, tobacco or drug use as these habits tend to harvest poor platelets in patients.
To maximize Hair Growth Stimulation, combine PRP with any of the treatments below
This is our Premium Hair Growth Stimulation Treatment where PRP is combined with Hair Growth Exosomes of Vitamins, Amino Acids, Minerals, Co-enzymes, HA and EGF to further enhance Hair Growth by maximizing scalp tissue hair growth conditions.
This is a treatment done once every 2 months for a total of 3 treatments.
Works synergistically with PRP for greater results.
This treatment is a once only, taking biopsied tissue from hair growth areas processing and re-injecting into the scalp, can be combined with PRP.
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