At Elegance Aesthetics in Columbia, MD, we understand how painful it can be to experience hair loss. We often feel that our hair is intrinsically linked to our identities, and it can be difficult to reconcile these feelings when our hair begins to thin or fall out.
But, there is an effective solution to help combat hair loss – Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Hair Restoration. PRP for hair loss is a viable non-surgical option for people wanting to deal with thinning hair and hair loss. It harnesses the restorative and healing powers of our own blood to stimulate hair follicles, encourage growth, and improve the density of our hair.
What is Platelet-Rich Plasma?
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) is a concentrated type of plasma that is taken from blood and contains essential proteins, platelets, and growth factors that can help to heal wounds and encourage tissue regeneration. PRP is known for its healing properties and is used regularly in sports medicine, dermatology, and orthopedic practices.
PRP for Hair Loss
When it comes to treatments for hair loss, PRP is used to stimulate hair follicles to promote natural hair growth and increase hair density. PRP Hair Restoration is used to treat several types of hair loss conditions, including:
- Male / Female Pattern Baldness: A genetic condition resulting in the progressive thinning of the hair and, eventually, hair loss.
- Hair Loss from Stress: Also known as Telogen Effluvium, this is a temporary form of hair loss that is usually brought on by hormonal changes, stress, or illness.
- Autoimmune Disorders: Alopecia Areata and other autoimmune disorders can cause patchy hair loss.
- Hair Thinning: General hair thinning due to factors like nutritional deficiencies or old age.
PRP Hair Restoration treatments at Elegance Aesthetics in Columbia, MD, are a good option for individuals in the early stages of hair loss or looking to improve the overall thickness and quality of their hair.
What Happens During PRP Hair Restoration?
PRP Hair Restoration uses the powerful regenerative abilities of the platelets in your own blood to stimulate your hair follicles and promote new growth.
Here are the 3 steps involved:
Blood Collection: We draw a very small amount of blood from your arm, just like during a routine blood test at your doctor’s office.
Centrifugation: Your blood is placed into a special device called a centrifuge. The centrifuge spins your blood at a very high speed, which separates the platelet-rich plasma from the rest of your blood.
Injection: The PRP is then injected into the areas of the scalp experiencing hair loss or thinning. The growth factors in PRP stimulate the hair follicles, encouraging new hair growth and strengthening existing hair.
PRP Hair Restoration at Elegance Aesthetics Columbia
Here is what you can expect from your PRP Hair Restoration treatment with Elegance Aesthetics in Columbia, MD:
Consultation
We begin all of our treatments with a comprehensive consultation. During this initial appointment, you will meet with one of our accredited Elegance practitioners, who will discuss the treatment in detail. Your practitioner will assess your medical history and examine the extent of your hair loss to determine if PRP is the best course for you to take to combat your hair loss.
Your practitioner will then create a custom treatment plan that details the treatment, including what to expect on the day, any preparatory steps you need to take before treatment, and how much the treatment will cost.
PRP Treatment Day
On the day of the treatment, your Elegance practitioner will draw a small amount of blood from the arm of your choice. They will then take your blood away to be put through the centrifuge. Your practitioner will prepare your PRP syringe once your PRP has been separated from the rest of your blood.
Back in the treatment room, your practitioner will carefully inject the PRP into the designated treatment areas of your scalp using a fine needle. The injections will be carefully placed in order to be the most effective.
PRP Hair Restoration Aftercare
After your treatment, your Elegance practitioner will provide detailed aftercare instructions to ensure your scalp heals and your PRP treatment is as successful as possible.
You may be advised to:
- Avoid washing your hair for 48 hours after treatment
- Avoid strenuous activities or exercise
- Follow gentle skincare and haircare instructions
- Avoid using heat on your hair for a few days
- Stay hydrated
Your Elegance Aesthetics practitioner will also take the time to schedule a follow-up appointment with you after your treatment. This is so that your progress can be monitored and any adjustments to your custom treatment plan can be made as necessary.
Book Your PRP Hair Treatment in Columbia
Platelet-Rich Plasma Hair Restoration from Elegance Aesthetics is a viable solution to combat thinning hair and hair loss. Our experienced practitioners are experts in creating bespoke hair loss treatment plans that cater to your unique needs.
You don’t need to hide away if you are experiencing hair loss or thinning hair. Release yourself from the worries of hair loss and schedule a PRP Hair Restoration consultation with one of our friendly practitioners at Elegance Aesthetics in Columbia, MD.
Book your appointment now.
