Due to environmental conditions or genetic predisposition; PRP treatment is used for the treatment of worn out, shed, thinning and slightly shed hair.
PRP hair treatment is a frequently used treatment method for hair problems. Conditions such as alopecia areata, female pattern hair loss or male pattern hair loss, seasonal hair loss, damaged hair problem may affect everyone from time to time. PRP is one of the treatments aimed at alleviating these problems.
What is PRP Hair Treatment?
PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) hair treatment is a frequently used treatment that involves transferring the blood taken from the patient’s own body at some level to the application area. This method is used for skin rejuvenation purposes as well as for hair loss. PRP is also a treatment method to repair tendons, tissues, ligaments, joints, and muscles. PRP hair treatment can be used to help repair damaged hair, hair that is prone to shedding, thinning, and slightly shed due to environmental conditions or genetic predisposition.
The main purpose of PRP hair treatment is to speed up the growth of cells and tissues, whose repair process slows down due to genetic or environmental factors. When these cells get to repair themselves fast, most hair problems can be reduced. PRP treatment for hair problems is not applied to hair growth. Its main objectives include slowing down hair loss, revitalizing the hair follicles, supporting hair growth and preparing the basis for the healing of tissues, and supporting the repair of the scalp. It is a supportive and complementary treatment and may not be enough for hair loss on its own. PRP treatment alone will not provide the expected results, especially in patients with advanced hair loss. Therefore, it should accompany other treatments that are more effective or invasive.
How is PRP Hair Treatment Performed?
PRP hair treatment is performed by transferring the necessary components for healing in the patient’s own blood to the scalp for problems such as hair loss, worn hair, and dandruff. mesotherapy and Napaj techniques are used for the application. A small amount of blood, about 10 cc, taken from the patient is placed in the centrifuge and separated into substances. This way, blood circulation, and hair growth are supported.
How Long Does PRP Hair Treatment Take?
This procedure is performed within a maximum of 30 minutes every 2 weeks. All PRP procedures take about 3 to 4 months in total. After this procedure, using PRP hair treatment once a year is sufficient to keep the desired results. PRP hair treatment should be preferred by patients with hair loss.
Before and After PRP Hair Treatment
There are some points to take into account before and after this method. Supplements such as vitamin A, vitamin E, omega 3-6-9, iron, multivitamin, garlic, flaxseed, ginkgo biloba, vitamins, and herbal medicines should not be used before PRP hair treatment. You should also avoid using blood thinners such as aspirin or heparin before the procedure. You should avoid tanning and warm environments. It is important to quit alcohol at least 4 days before treatment. Smoking can negatively affect blood circulation and prolong the healing process so it should be avoided, too. You should not eat at least 8 hours before PRP.
The patient can return home on the day of PRP treatment. After the treatment, it is alright to take painkillers such as Parol whose active ingredient is Paracetamol. However, you should avoid certain pain killers and anti-inflammatory drugs. Such pain killers can disrupt and negatively affect the results of the procedure. Plus, vitamin and herbal supplements stated above should also be avoided after the procedure. You can apply a cold compress on your head to avoid swelling. You should avoid heavy exercises for a few weeks.
