Benefits of PRP Hair Therapy
- This simple procedure takes around an hour to complete, including the numbing waiting period. with the treatment itself taking around 5 minutes.
- As surgery is not required, there is no recovery period necessary. You can complete a treatment during your lunch hour.
- If you are using other treatments to stimulate hair growth, or surgical procedures to transplant your hair, PRP will speed or encourage the process.
- Some people report almost immediate results in growth and thickening. However, standard results reflect within three months. This period is incredibly fast in terms of hair regrowth due to the natural hair life cycle.
- Increased blood supply to the follicle.
- Triggered and maintained growth phase.
- Hair growth cycle controlled.
What exactly are plant stem cells?
A plant stem cell is a non-specialized cell capable of self-renewal. Meristem cells are stem cells found in plants.
You may have heard of stem cells, but not in the context of
your hair and its growth. If you are an ingredient buff or are pursuing
your hair growth goals, then you may want to familiarize yourself with
this recent development in product formulas. éprouvage uses the science
of progressive plant stem cells in their product line, so we asked them
what plant stem cells can do for our hair and scalps.
What do plant stem cells do?
Stem cells are the most important cells in the skin. They are the source for continuous regeneration of the epidermis, the formation of new hair and hair pigments. Active plant cell technology works to increase the lifespan of hair follicles so that the hair can stay longer in the anagen phase of the hair.
In the hair industry, there has been a huge growth in their use in the treatment of hair loss, but there are also three good reasons to use plant stem cell products for normal hair care and maintenance.
- They provide balance: strengthening haircare with plant stem cells rebalances the scalp and ensures that the hair receives the appropriate amount of nutrients.
- They ensure deep hydration, reducing the risk of weakened roots and leaving the hair softer and ready to receive hair treatments.
- They contribute to anti-ageing: they penetrate through the skin barrier and speed up cell differentiation, replacing the cells that are already dead.
PRP for Hair Loss Treatment
Pre and Post Care Instructions
Treatment Overview:
PRP therapy for hair loss is a treatment that involves withdrawing a patient's own blood, processing it so that only the enriched cells (platelet-rich plasma) remain, and injecting it into the scalp.
PRP contains essential proteins that stimulate natural hair growth. Due to the natural variation in quality of platelet-rich plasma, results will vary between individuals. Some patients may require multiple sessions to obtain desired outcomes.
Contraindications:
You should not have PRP treatment done if you have any of the following conditions:
•An impaired immune system due to immuno suppressive diseases, HIV, HTV, or immuno suppressive medications •Skin conditions and diseases including: Facial cancer, existing or uncured. This includes SCC, BCC and melanoma, systemic cancer, and chemotherapy.
•Steroid therapy, dermatological diseases affecting the face (i.e. Porphyria), communicable diseases, blood disorders and platelet abnormalities, anticoagulation therapy (i.e. Warfarin)
•Do not have PRP treatment if you are pregnant.
Pre Treatment Instructions:
7days before treatment:
•Discontinue blood thinning agents such as vitamin E, vitamin A, Ginko, Garlic, Flax, Cod Liver Oil, and Essential Fatty Acids, and multivitamins, a minimum of 7 days (preferably 14 days) prior to treatment. It is fine to continue iron and vitamin D.
•If you are taking any blood thinners, please let your provider know immediately,as they may represent a contraindication to this treatment. These medications include Plavix, Coumadin and Heparin.
•Avoid aspirin, Advil, Motrin, Iburprofen, Naproxen, Voltarenand other anti-inflammatory medications. We want inflammation to occur –as this is one mechanism by which PRP works.
•You may use Paracetamol or acetaminophen as needed prior to the treatment.
•Prescription medications (including heart and blood pressure medication) should be taken as prescribed right up to, and including, the day of and the day after your treatments.
•If you are taking broad beta-blockers such as Inderal (Propranolol), please inform your provideras this medication may need to be changed to a select beta-blocker in advance of the treatment.
•Avoidexcessive sun or heat exposure.
3 days beforetreatment:
•Minimize or avoid alcohol consumption.
•If possible, refrain from or minimize smoking prior to your procedure as it impacts the healing process.
•You may continue other hair loss treatments such as laser treatment, minoxidil, or hormone blocking tablets before your procedure. If you are not sure if you should be stopping a medication, please ask.
•It is ok to color your hair up to 7days before the procedure.
Diet and Fluid Intake:
•Increase your intake of fluid the day before your procedure by simply drinking:
2 glasses of water in the morning,
2 glasses at lunch,and
2 glasses at dinner, in addition to your normal intake of water.
Day of Procedure:
•Shower the morning of your treatment and wash your hair very thoroughly using your regular shampoo.
•Do not apply sprays, gels, or any other styling products to yourhair.
•If you wear a hair system, please remove it prior to shampooing and do not wear it before your PRP treatments. •Please eat a normal breakfast or lunch the day of your PRP session.
•Drink a bottle of water (500 mL) at least 2 hours before your session.
•It is strongly recommended to take a hot shower to wash your hair that evening, after the treatment, to promote the effects of PRP. Immediately Following Treatment:
•It is normal to experience bruising, redness, itching, swelling and/or soreness that may last from 2-5 days following your treatment. If you experience any pain or discomfort you may take Panado or other Acetaminophen-containing products as directed.
•You may have a bruise at the blood draw site.
•You may notice a tingling sensation while the cells are being activated.
•In rare cases, skin infection or reaction may occur, which is easily treated with an antibiotic or inflammatory.
Please contact our office immediately if you notice unusual discomfort.
•Try to refrain from applying ice to the injected area as ice acts as an anti-inflammatory. Ice or cold compresses can be applied to reduce swelling if required.
•Continue to avoid aspirin, Advil, Motrin, Iburprofen, Naproxen, Voltaren and other anti-inflammatory medications for 3 days after your procedure (if possible try for 7 days).
•Avoid vigorous exercise, sun and heat exposure for at least 2 days after your treatment.
•Do not wet your hair for at least 3 hours after your treatment.
•For the first 3 days, use shampoo that is pH balanced.
•Do not use any hair products for at least 6 hours after your treatment.
•Be sure to take a hot shower and wash your hair that evening, after the treatment, to promote the effects of PRP. •Avoid saunas, steam rooms, swimming for 2 days after your treatment.
•Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and smoking for 3 days after treatment. Smokers do not heal well and problems recur earlier and results may take longer.
•Avoid resuming Minoxidil (Formula 82M, Rogaine®), hair coloring, and straightening for 3 days.
•Continue increased water intake the first week after your treatment.
•Do not use blood thinning agents such as vitamin E, vitamin A, Ginko, Garlic, Flax, Cod Liver Oil, Essential Fatty Acids and least one week after your treatment.
Contact the Office Immediately if anyof the Following Signs of Infection Occur:
•Drainage –looks like pus
•Increased warmth at or around the treated area
•Fever of 38 degrees or greater
•Severe pain that is unresponsive to over-the-counter pain relievers