Several sessions are required throughout the year and some might find this process lengthly, but it is certainly worth it for those who want to improve their hair health.

You can continue with Minoxidil and other hair loss treatments following PRP.  In fact, they have been shown to be more effective when combined.

PRP is a very safe and effective treatment for hair thinning to promote growth and prevent further hair loss.

Several studies have shown that PRP can be used effectively for treatment of hair loss.  The studies showed significant increase in hair count and hair diameter after PRP treatment. The treatment has been shown to produce high levels of satisfaction and improvement in the quality of life in patients affected by hair loss.

There are some steps you can take to make the most of your PRP treatment;

• Maintain a good diet with dark leafy green vegetables
• Increase your Iron and vitamin B intake
• Exercise
• Refrain from smoking and drinking alcohol
• Avoid foods that affect platelet function
• Follow the aftercare

More information on PRP and hair loss can be found Here

The results can be expected to last up to 12-18 months. However as PRP is not permanent it is best to boost results with regular maintenance treatments at six monthly intervals.

You may experience some mild discomfort at the injection site, but it is very well tolerated.  Very fine 4 mm needles are used to ensure discomfort and accuracy with each injection performed individually to avoid injury to any follicles.

PRP is very safe, it’s very unlikely that your body will reject it.  iPRF contains no foreign substances unlike other PRP systems.  Sometimes slight bruising can occur, caused but the needle insertion.

Platelet Rich Plasma for hair loss costs £300 per treatment.

Following PRP for hair loss you should avoid sources of heat such as steam rooms and saunas for around 48 hours. Avoid minoxidil for 48 hours and any chemical hair treatments such as colouring or straightening.

You might not be a candidate for PRP if you do not have enough viable hair follicles. Certain medical conditions such as Pregnancy, breastfeeding, coagulation disorders, autoimmune conditions or malignancy.