What can PRP for Hair Loss achieve?
Are there any alternatives to PRP?
Pre-Treatment
The PRP Procedure
Post Procedure
When will I see results?
How many treatments do I need?
Are there any contraindications?
Why choose Pearl Aesthetics?
Who performs the treatment?
How much does it cost?
How soon can I start to see results?
Is the treatment painful? Will I bruise?
Are there any side effects?
Recovery Period
I'm pregnant, can I have PRP for Hair Loss?
Could I have the PRP for Hair Loss if I am not 18?
Can I go back to work immediately after the treatments?
Aftercare Advice
What can PRP for Hair Loss achieve?
- Healthier and fuller looking hair
- Stimulate and significantly increase regrowth
- Production of new healthy cells
- Decrease burning or itching sensations on the scalp
- Decrease hair dystrophy
- Is a safe and effective treatment option for Alopecia
Are there any alternatives to PRP?
Hair loss can vary between individuals, as a result, everyone responds to PRP differently. There are other non-surgical treatment options available.
Pre-Treatment
You will be invited for a consultation to discuss the treatment, desired results and make you fully aware of the possible risks and complications involved.
During your consultation:
- We will discuss your circumstances
- We will assess your hair and scalp health
- We will discuss your medical history to determine the cause of your hair loss and recommend the best treatment plan for you
- Cover the options available to you including timescales and costs
- Make you aware of the risks, benefits and alternatives of PRP
- Run you through how your procedure will work
The PRP Procedure
The platelet-rich plasma is derived from a patient’s blood sample. These platelets contain very high levels of growth factors, when injected into the scalp they stimulate cell regeneration, healing injured or damaged tissue.
At Pearl Aesthetics, we use the Centurion Concentrated Platelet Rich Plasma System. A blood sample is taken at the start of the treatment, the blood is then treated in the centrifuge to harvest the platelet-rich plasma. The plasma is then activated and injected into the treatment areas.
PRP for hair loss involves a series of targeted regeneration and remodelling processes in the body. When injected, the PRP helps to stimulate the production of new growth factors, helping to produce new healthy cells, stimulating new hair growth.
Post Procedure
You can expect no downtime post treatment so you can immediately return to your normal routine. We recommend that you avoid strenuous activity and alcohol consumption for 24 hours post treatment.
When will I see results?
You can typically start seeing optimal results between 2-3 months post treatment.
How many treatments do I need?
Depending on your individual case of hair loss, we typically recommend a course of PRP consisting of 3-4 treatment spaced 4 weeks apart for hair restoration treatment and 2 weeks apart – face rejuvenation. The treatment will be followed with a recommended maintenance program once or twice a year.
Are there any contraindications?
Treatment is not recommended if you are under 18, are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Your nurse prescriber will discuss everything in detail with you during your consultation as there are many other conditions and medications which could interact with the procedure. Please be upfront with your medical history, however, PRP is rarely contraindicated.
Why choose Pearl Aesthetics?
We are highly experienced and have been trained by the best in the industry. We use state of the art, FDA approved equipment, a Centurion centrifuge. After 30 years of success, the Centurion centrifuge is one of the best on the market and is one of the most sophisticated systems for blood plasma separation.
With this state-of-the-art equipment, the patient’s end result is maximised due to the advanced plasma separation and plasma filtering.
Learn more about Centurion centrifuge
here.
Who performs the treatment?
As the injections are viewed as a medical treatment, they should be performed by a qualified professional in a medical environment. At the clinic, our team of highly experienced and highly qualified nurse prescribers ensure that every treatment we complete is safe, and of high professional standard.
How much does it cost?
Platelet rich plasma for skin rejuvenation:
- £400 for one area
- £600 for 2 areas
- £800 for 3 areas
Platelet Rich plasma for hair restoration:
- £350 for one area
- £550 for 2 areas
- £750 for 3 areas
How soon can I start to see results?
Optimal results can be seen between two to three months after treatment, where the PRP has helped to revitalise the skin. There is a possibility of localised swelling around the injection areas, this is typical and will reduce after a day or two. If any unexpected swelling continues, please get in touch.
Is the treatment painful? Will I bruise?
PRP for Hair Loss is extremely safe as it recycles the body’s blood. The only potential risks are discomfort with the blood sample being taken, and small bruising from injection.
Are there any side effects?
Every patient’s experience of pain is different, however, we will try our best to make the treatment as comfortable as possible for you. Bruising around the injection site is possible but only a small percentage of patients develop small bruising. If bruising occurs, it is usually apparent at day 2-3 and will typically resolve over 5-10 days.
Recovery Period
There is minimal downtime after treatment. You may have slight redness after treatment, similar to a sunburn. We recommend the use of sun cream post treatment and discourage the use of makeup immediately after treatment.
I'm pregnant, can I have PRP for Hair Loss?
We do not advise PRP procedures during pregnancy or breast-feeding.
Could I have the PRP for Hair Loss if I am not 18?
The treatment is recommended for people between the ages of 18 and 60. Unfortunately, anyone under the age of 18 cannot receive this treatment.
Can I go back to work immediately after the treatments?
You may experience tenderness or soreness after your treatment. Any swelling should reduce within a few days. These side effects are completely normal and do not present concern. To help the treated area heal, avoid touching the treated area, wearing makeup or partaking in physical exercise in the days following your treatment.
Aftercare Advice
For a minimum of 5 hours after treatment, we ask that you do not:
Wash or expose the treated areas directly to heat or the sun
Engage in strenuous exercise that can cause sweating
Expose the treated areas to saunas, steam rooms, Jacuzzi, or hot showers
You will be given a detailed aftercare leaflet post treatment explaining everything you need to know.
We hope this helps. If you have any other questions which aren’t listed, please feel free to email us at [email protected] and we will get in touch with you as soon as we can. Aesthetics is our passion we love sharing our knowledge and expertise with our clients.
ANY QUESTIONS OR WORRIES YOU MAY HAVE PLEASE EMAIL THE CLINIC AT [email protected]