PRP Hair treatment is a treatment method used to revitalize thin and weak hair and to reduce the problem of hair loss in people who have genetic hair loss. Hair loss is an aesthetic problem not only for women but also for men. In order to prevent hair loss, one should not wait too long, and a dermatologist should be examined from the first moment when the hair is thought to be weakened. Because after the hair is completely lost, the possibility of its return is very much reduced.
PRP treatment, which is one of the most developing technologies of today, is an application made by developing one’s own blood. In this way, the hair becomes stronger and hair loss can be treated.
What is PRP Hair Treatment?
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is a treatment material obtained from the patient’s own blood. Platelets in the blood have the effect of repairing damaged tissues and starting the natural healing process. In PRP treatment, the blood sample of the person is taken, the platelets are concentrated, and the tissue-repairing properties of the platelets are utilized.
What is the effect of PRP treatment on hair loss?
PRP is the only treatment that contains high levels of naturally occurring growth factors that help stimulate hair follicles. Since the PRP application is made entirely from the person’s own blood, the risk of allergy is almost zero. The most important purpose of using PRP hair treatment in hair loss is to ensure rapid growth of inactive or newly transplanted hair follicles.
What are the Advantages of Hair Treatment with PRP?
- Naturally stimulates hair growth.
- Increases hair volume, density and fullness.
- It ensures the survival and strengthening of existing hair.
- Improves hair quality.
- Reduces hair loss.
When Are the Results of PRP Application Seen?
PRP application is a treatment method that takes about 15-20 minutes. Since fine-tipped special needles are used during the treatment, the patient only feels minimal pain in the form of slight needle pricks during the application. PRP application causes allergy risk etc. it is a risk-free and extremely safe application; but it is not very possible to see the results in the first session. In general, reduction in shedding can be noticed at the earliest after the 3rd session. For this reason, the patient who has PRP application should be patient in order to see the result.
After the third session, the person’s hair shines, thickens and decreases in shedding. Sessions should be repeated at regular intervals as the doctor deems appropriate. The effect of PRP application continues for 12 months. To increase the effect of the application, it is necessary to repeat it once a year. If the person has a genetic hair loss problem, this period may be 6 months.