Platelet rich plasma (PRP) hair restoration is a non-surgical treatment that involves using PRP harvested from the patients own blood to help prevent hair loss and promote hair growth in men and women. PRP is packed with nutrients and growth factors that are essential for promoting hair growth. At San Diego Skin Medical Spa, we offer PRP hair restoration treatments in San Diego and La Jolla.
What is PRP therapy?
PRP (platelet-rich plasma) therapy for hair loss is a three-step medical treatment in which a person’s blood is drawn, processed, and then injected into the scalp. PRP injections trigger natural hair growth and maintain it by increasing blood supply to the hair follicle and can increase the thickness of the hair shaft.
PRP therapy process
PRP therapy is a three-step process. PRP therapy requires three to six treatments 4–6 weeks apart.
Maintenance treatments are required every 4–6 months.
Step 1
Your blood is drawn — typically from your arm — and put into a centrifuge (a machine that spins rapidly to separate fluids of different densities).
Step 2
After about 10 minutes in the centrifuge, your blood will have separated into in three layers:
- platelet-poor plasma
- platelet-rich plasma
- red blood cells
Step 3
The platelet-rich plasma is drawn up into a syringe and then injected into areas of the scalp that need increased hair growth.
Recovery and results
PRP hair restoration is an out-patient procedure. There is minimal downtime required following the treatment. A majority of your normal activities can be resumed the same day as your treatment. There will be some mild pain and discomfort around the scalp as well as some light swelling. Our team will provide you with some instructions for your to follow that will help you throughout the process.
It can take some time before you begin to see the results from your PRP hair restoration in San Diego. It can take around six to twelve months before you see your results. Multiple PRP hair restoration treatments may be needed in order to reach your desired results.
PRP Hair restoration Cost
Each PRP hair restoration treatment that Dr. Mofid performs is personalized based on the needs and goals of the patient. During your consultation, Dr. Mofid will create a personalized treatment plan and answer any questions you may have including questions regarding the cost of your PRP hair restoration in San Diego.
Contact Us to Learn More
For more information regarding San Diego Skin™ team and PRP hair restoration treatments in San Diego, contact San Diego Skin Med Spa and schedule your consultation. Dr. Mofid is a board-certified plastic surgeon who provides all of our patients with personalized care and results.
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