Whether it is genetic, due to stress, or any medical condition – hair loss is a prime concern for many men and women these days. Various new techniques have cropped up in the market which can combat the condition with ease. Platelet-Rich Plasma or PRP, is the latest treatment to hit the hair loss market and is showing impressive results.
What is PRP?
PRP therapy, also known as Platelet-Rich Plasma therapy is a procedure that involves drawing out one’s own blood and centrifuging it so that the plasma with platelets collects in the tube. This plasma rich in platelets and growth factors is very useful in tissue regeneration and healing.  It is then injected on the scalp or rubbed on the scalp after performing a dermaroller treatment in the areas which suffer from hair loss.
Who should opt for PRP?
People who have thinning hair, and those with androgenetic alopecia (male pattern baldness – hair loss at the top of the scalp and a receding hairline particularly along the temples), women with male pattern alopecia can all benefit from it.
The treatment requires about eight sittings, each two weeks apart for best results. Along with it, one may have to take medications like minoxidil and propecia. Your doctor may also alternate between stem cell therapy and PRP as combination treatments have shown to provide good results.
Expected results
Patients will soon see a fuzz of hair after the fourth sitting. The treatment not only promotes hair growth but also strengthens hair follicles. It is quite a safe procedure without any side-effects. Since it involves drawing out blood and multiple needle pricks, it may seem uncomfortable and scary but a numbing cream is used prior to the procedure to reduce the discomfort.
Who can’t opt for PRP?
Though PRP treatment yields great results for people suffering from hair loss, it’s not for everyone.  People who have lost all hair cannot undergo this treatment as it does not help grow new hair on a bald patch. It can only make the existing thinning hair thicker by strengthening the hair follicles.
This information is brought to you courtesy of Dr. Mark Bishara and The Paragon Plastic Surgery & Med Spa
 

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  1. Harold Rogers says:

    I am interested in the PRP treatment. I am just wondering what the initial cost is and the treatments that are involved after that. Thank you

  2. editor says:

    Hi Harold!
    The initial cost of treatments are $800 per area. The typical scalp has 2 areas to be treated. Ask our concierge after your appointment about discounting prices when treating more than one area. 817-473-2120 or by email appointments@markbisharamd.com

  3. editor says:

    Hi Sam! Great question. PRP Treatment is $800 each treatment for one injection area. We recommend at least 3 treatments each 4 weeks apart.
    Please give us a call at 817-473-2120 to schedule a personal 30 minute consultation with Dr. Bishara, M.D. P.A. and get your treatment plan started with us!

  4. editor says:

    Hi there!
    Great Question. Dr. Bishara does not use the ingredient extracellular matrix because there isn’t data to support it.

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