PRP Therapy for Hair in Houston, TX
About Hair PRP
Hair loss is a significant concern for a number of patients, whether it's brought on by genetics, age, hormones, health conditions, or from styling practices and/or products. With current advances in research within the hair restoration industry, new procedures are being made to help fight the condition. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a state-of-the-art non-surgical treatment for men and women that are showing remarkable results in slowing, stopping, and decreasing hair loss. PRP has also shown promising results in individuals with alopecia areata or thinning eyebrows. Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Derek Lou of LouMD Med Spa is proud to offer this revolutionary treatment in Houston, TX. By combining a strong solution of hair growth factors and bioactive proteins, Dr. Lou can help to strengthen your hair, resulting in thicker, longer, healthy locks.
Ideal Candidates
Any patient experiencing hair loss is potentially a good candidate for PRP treatments, while patients with early hair loss tend to respond best. PRP is best suited for those with androgenic alopecia, an inherited type of hair loss that mostly presents on the top part of the head. For women, this can appear as a broadening part with normal hair density on the backside of the scalp. Those with areas of "poor quality" hair growth of the scalp with normal-reacting hair follicles usually have the greatest success with PRP hair regrowth therapy.
Procedure Technique
A nonsurgical process, the PRP treatment is a brief one-hour in-office visit. The process starts with acquiring a little bit of your blood and putting it in a specialized machine, which spins the blood at high speed to remove the platelets from the rest of the blood elements. After that, a local anesthetic will be applied to your scalp and the platelet-rich plasma is introduced into areas of your head that are bald or thinning. Then, microneedling is performed on the scalp to cause micro-trauma and micro-channels to the epidermis, which triggers the PRP and allows it to seep deep into the skin. Our routine for nonsurgical management of hair loss consists of initial therapy and maintenance therapies approximately every nine months to a year.
What to Expect
There is no recovery period necessary after this process with virtually no limits or constraints. If anything, patients can develop some discoloration, minor swelling, and mild discomfort to the treated regions. These symptoms may last up to two days. While outcomes differ for every individual, aesthetic results are commonly noticed approximately 4 – 6 months after the initial session and will continue to improve for as much as a complete year following therapy. Since PRP isn't a permanent solution for reversing hair loss, follow-up sessions are recommended every 12 – 18 months. It's essential to note that PRP doesn't develop new hair follicles in areas where you're already bald. It's utilized to help reverse the miniaturization of hair follicles so they will create fuller, healthier, longer hair fibers.
Hair PRP FAQs
How much does PRP therapy for hair cost?
PRP therapy costs will depend on many factors, including how many treatments you are getting. During your consultation, Dr. Lou will create your PRP treatment plan to maximize your results. Then, he can discuss the cost of your PRP therapy. He will also tell you about any current specials being offered and which payment methods LouMD Med Spa accepts.
Can PRP be combined with other hair treatments?
Many patients combine other treatments with PRP therapy, including topical medication applied at home, microneedling, and more. Dr. Lou will assess your scalp and level of hair loss before creating your custom PRP therapy treatment plan. He will discuss his recommendations for what in-office treatments are best for your hair loss and any home products that might help between appointments.
How often should I get PRP treatments?
Most patients need at least three PRP treatments performed one month apart to see results. Your specific PRP therapy program will depend on the degree of hair loss and your goals. Based on this, Dr. Lou can recommend how many PRP treatments you will need and how often you should schedule them to stimulate your hair growth. If your condition is more advanced, he may recommend more treatments initially, which can be performed less frequently once you begin to see results.
How effective is PRP therapy at treating hair loss?
The outcomes of your PRP therapy will depend on the severity of your hair loss, how many treatments you get, and other factors. You should also remember to be patient with your results, as it takes time for new hair growth to become visible after the PRP stimulates the process. During your consultation, Dr. Lou will discuss if you are a good candidate and what results you can realistically expect. You may need to continue to get PRP therapy to maintain your results and limit future hair loss.
Are the PRP injections painful?
While the serum is being prepared, a numbing cream will be applied to your scalp to keep you comfortable during the PRP injections. This should minimize your discomfort during the procedure, but talk to Dr. Lou if you have any concerns or pain. Your scalp may remain numb or tingle for a while after your PRP injections, but this is temporary and normal sensation should return shortly.
Houston Hair PRP
PRP treatment is a medically and clinically backed option for those struggling to find hair loss solutions. At LouMD Med Spa, we strive to offer proven solutions to efficiently address hair loss. To learn more about PRP therapy, we invite you to contact our Houston, TX facility now.