PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma)
Platelet-Rich Plasma consists of plasma & Platelets, PRP is a blood that contains more platelets than normal which can be achieved through centrifugal processes.
In a PRP treatment, a sample of your blood is taken. The Sample is placed in a machine which separates PRP from the less rich components of the blood – like red blood cells. the PRP is then extracted and injected across scalp.
Benefits of Hair PRP
- Non invasive procedure therefore shorter recovery period.
- Prevents thinning of hair.
- Prevents Hair Fall.
- Hypoallergenic cause of prp extracted from patient’s own blood
- Reduction in dandruff
- Non invasive procedure.
- Promotes adhesion of Hair transplanted grafts.
Pre treatment instructions:
- Do not take Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Naproxen or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) atleast 5 days before treatment. These substances impair platelet function in the normal clotting process and thus promote bleeding and bruising. You may take acetaminophen (Panadol)
- Most patients can resume normal activities after this treatment
- Avoid Any leave on hair products like hair serums,oil or hair spray etc
Post treatment instructions:
- Do not expose yourself to long periods in the sun for 2- 3 days
- Do not use a sauna, hot tub or Jacuzzi or go swimming for 2-3 days
- Do not expose yourself to extreme hot or cold temperatures or to large swings in temperature for 2-3 days
- No exercising or strenuous activity for the first 24 hours post treatment
Ideal Candidate:
Patients who have hair thinning or hair fall can be benifted from this treatment. Any patients who are not on blood thinners or pregnancy or any blood disorders are ideal candidates.
FAQ
It completely depends on patients and concerns however It requires minimum 3 sessions to see satisfactory results.
PRP is extracted from your own blood so it’s extremely safe when done under experienced professionals
You can start seeing PRP results from within a week from 1st session.
It contains certain growth factors that promote hair growth thus its effective on patients with no bald patches & hair roots are still alive.