What is PRP Therapy?
PRP is a commonly used abbreviation for Platelet Rich Plasma. Cosmetic PRP Therapy in Los Gatos is a hair loss procedure that uses platelet-rich plasma to regenerate and heal the hair follicle to restore normal hair growth. Plasma has close to five times the concentration of platelets that are typically found in circulating blood. These platelets contain powerful growth proteins that are the key players in cell regeneration. Since doctors have recognized these valuable properties, it is now possible to revive barren hair follicles and regain a full head of healthy hair.
Steps to Getting Ready for Treatment
Dr. Sani in Los Gatos will go over what is needed to perform a pre-treatment during your initial consultation. In addition, there are a few factors to consider:
- PRP Therapy requires minimal downtime. Your procedure will take only a few hours of your time and afterward, you can resume normal daily activities.
- Blood or plasma donation is forbidden for a least three weeks following PRP Hair Therapy. Your body needs time to rebuild the supply.
Anesthesia
PRP Therapy is a non-invasive procedure that requires no anesthesia. The process is much like donating blood, there is little to no discomfort involved.
PRP Los Gatos Therapy Procedure
Platelet-rich plasma therapy in California’s Los Gatos starts with 60 to 100 ml of a patient’s own blood. A nurse will draw the bodily fluid while you rest in a comfortable lounge chair. The blood is then run through a centrifuge where it spins for 15 minutes to separate the essential components. The platelet-rich plasma is extracted, and the remaining material is discarded.
The second half of the process involves the transfer of PRP to the affected scalp areas. A micro-needling procedure is performed on the barren areas of the scalp where hair thinning and balding has occurred. Micro-needling is done with a rolling tool using fine needles to penetrate the top layer of skin. The minimally invasive procedure creates trauma to stimulate healing in the scalp.
Once micro-needling is finished, Dr. Rappaport will inject the extracted PRP into the same treatment area of the patient’s scalp. New hair growth will be visible in a few weeks.
Am I a Good Candidate for PRP Therapy in Los Gatos
The best hair regrowth results in Los Gatos are seen in patients with mild to moderate hair loss. Ideal candidates also fit the following criteria:
- No bleeding disorders
- A strong immune system
- No iron deficiency or anemia
- Not currently taking any blood thinning medications
How to get started?
If you prefer a non-invasive treatment for your hair loss, then PRP for Hair Loss with Dr. Sani is an excellent option. Ready to get started? Call us right now: 408-669-3303