What is PRP?
PRP stands for platelet rich plasma. We obtain the PRP from a 120 ml blood draw. The blood is spun down twice with our centrifuge and the platelets are harvested. We use a PRP system called Emcyte Pure PRP in order to obtain PRP with a high count of platelets.
Platelets contain growth factors which are proteins that send signals to the cells. These growth factors decrease inflammation and can make the hair follicle healthier resulting in healthier, thicker hair.
There are multiple causes of hair loss:
• Male pattern hair loss
Also known as Androgenetic alopecia, is miniaturization of hair follicles resulting in finer, thinner hair. It is related to hormones.
• Female pattern hair loss
Also known as Androgenetic alopecia, this typically appears as widening of the part in the crown but can also result in diffuse hair loss all over the scalp.
• Post COVID hair loss
The stressors created from COVID shock your body and disrupt the growth-rest cycle. The result is increased shedding of hair with more hair in the resting phase.
• Traction alopecia
Traction alopecia is caused by repeated trauma to hair follicles or from tight hairstyles like braids, cornrows, ponytails and hair weaves.
• Gut imbalances
You can eat a healthy diet and still have nutritional deficiencies because of poor absorption. We offer a test called the GI MAP that looks at the bowel flora and for evidence of imbalance or inflammation that can interfere with food absorption
PRP Hair
During this procedure the high concentration PRP is injected in the scalp. The growth factors increase blood flow, decrease inflammation and can revitalize the hair follicle. PRP is only effective if the follicle is present and still alive. PRP is best in areas of thinning, not complete balding.
How do you know if PRP is for you?
Everyone is unique and special. However, we are seeing better success with these factors are true:
✅Hair is present even though it may be thin. Living hair follicles need to be present for PRP to work.
✅If you eat a healthy diet with adequate protein, exercise (improves blood flow) and have a normal Vitamin D level
✅Hair loss that is more recent can be more responsive to treatments
THE PROCESS:
✅Once you arrive, we answer any questions and you sign a consent. Pictures are taken of your hair.
✅Dr. Kelley will injecting numbing medication-Lidocaine
✅Blood is drawn and PRP is processed while numbing takes effect.
✅After 15-20 minutes, PRP injections are performed
✅You are able to go home. You do not shampoo for 3 days.
WE HAVE CHOSEN TO USE HI CONCENTRATION PRP. THIS MEANS THAT THE PRP INJECTED CONTAINS MORE PLATELETS (7- >10X) BASELINE PLATELET CONCENTRATIONS), RESULTING IN MORE PLATELETS AND REJUVENATING GROWTH FACTORS. WE ARE SEEING BETTER RESULTS WITH THIS APPROACH.
RECENTLY WE HAVE ADDED MICRONEEDLING OF THE SCALP FOLLOWED BY EXOSOMES. WE ARE SEEING GREAT RESULTS WITH THIS OPTION, ALSO.
NOW OFFERING CUSTOMIZED MICONEEDLING THERAPY FOR HAIR THINNING
We offer Microneedling for hair using a cusTomized combination for you tthat may contain growth factors, vitamins, nutrients and DHT blockers.
Stunning Results
Before and After Photos
Our Doctor
Dr. Linda Kelley
Pricing for Treatment Packages
Maintenance treatments every 6-12 months are highly recommended.