Hair Medicine

Platelet Rich Plasma

What is Platelet Rich Plasma?

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is an innovative and promising technique that uses the patient’s own blood to stimulate tissue regeneration and repair. The procedure involves taking a small amount of blood, which is processed to separate the platelets from the blood plasma.

Platelets are blood cells that are essential for coagulation and also contain growth factors that play a crucial role in wound healing and tissue regeneration.

By concentrating these platelets in a platelet-rich plasma, a potent concentrate of growth factors is obtained which can be injected directly into the injury site or applied topically.

What is Platelet Rich Plasma?

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is an innovative and promising technique that uses the patient’s own blood to stimulate tissue regeneration and repair. The procedure involves taking a small amount of blood, which is processed to separate the platelets from the blood plasma.

Platelets are blood cells that are essential for coagulation and also contain growth factors that play a crucial role in wound healing and tissue regeneration.

By concentrating these platelets in a platelet-rich plasma, a potent concentrate of growth factors is obtained which can be injected directly into the injury site or applied topically.

The treatment procedure

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has been widely used as an effective treatment to stimulate hair growth in people suffering from hair loss or thinning hair. The following steps explain how PRP works in this process:

Consultation and evaluation

The first step is to make an appointment with a specialist in trichology or hair dermatology. The professional will assess the condition of the scalp, determine the cause of the hair loss and determine whether PRP treatment is suitable for the patient.

Blood collection

During the consultation, a small amount of blood will be taken from the patient. Normally, a sample of around 20 to 60ml of blood is taken, similar to what would be taken for routine laboratory tests.

Blood processing

The collected blood is then processed in a specialized centrifuge. This process allows the platelet-rich plasma to be separated from the other blood components, such as red and white blood cells. Plasma is the liquid part of the blood that contains platelets and growth factors.

PRP preparation

The platelet-rich plasma obtained is carefully prepared for application to the scalp.

PRP application

PRP is injected directly into the scalp in specific areas of hair loss or thinning hair. The professional uses fine needles to perform the injections, making the procedure relatively painless.

Stimulation of hair growth

Platelet-rich plasma contains a high concentration of growth factors, such as platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF) and transforming growth factor beta (TGF-β). These growth factors have the ability to stimulate the cells of the hair follicle, promoting the growth of new hairs and strengthening existing ones.

Additional sessions

Treatment with PRP to stimulate hair growth usually involves multiple sessions, carried out every few weeks. The number of sessions required may vary according to the patient’s condition and response to treatment.

In the field of aesthetics, PRP has been used for facial rejuvenation and hair loss treatment. Platelet-rich plasma stimulates the production of collagen and elastin, improving the texture and elasticity of the skin and reducing wrinkles and expression lines. In addition, when applied to the scalp, PRP stimulates hair growth and strengthens hair follicles.

In short, Platelet Rich Plasma is an innovative therapy that uses the body’s own natural resources to stimulate tissue regeneration and repair. With its application in various areas of medicine, PRP has proved to be a promising option for speeding up the recovery of injuries in the case of hair transplants or scars, as well as promoting aesthetic improvement.

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In the field of aesthetics, PRP has been used for facial rejuvenation and hair loss treatment. Platelet-rich plasma stimulates the production of collagen and elastin, improving the texture and elasticity of the skin and reducing wrinkles and expression lines. In addition, when applied to the scalp, PRP stimulates hair growth and strengthens hair follicles.

In short, Platelet Rich Plasma is an innovative therapy that uses the body’s own natural resources to stimulate tissue regeneration and repair. With its application in various areas of medicine, PRP has proved to be a promising option for speeding up the recovery of injuries in the case of hair transplants or scars, as well as promoting aesthetic improvement.

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In the field of aesthetics, PRP has been used for facial rejuvenation and hair loss treatment. Platelet-rich plasma stimulates the production of collagen and elastin, improving the texture and elasticity of the skin and reducing wrinkles and expression lines. In addition, when applied to the scalp, PRP stimulates hair growth and strengthens hair follicles.

In short, Platelet Rich Plasma is an innovative therapy that uses the body’s own natural resources to stimulate tissue regeneration and repair. With its application in various areas of medicine, PRP has proved to be a promising option for speeding up the recovery of injuries in the case of hair transplants or scars, as well as promoting aesthetic improvement.

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What results can you expect?

It is important to note that the results of PRP treatment for hair growth can vary from person to person, and consistency in following up the sessions is fundamental to achieving the best results.

It is recommended that the treatment be carried out by an experienced and qualified professional to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the procedure.

What results can you expect?

It is important to note that the results of PRP treatment for hair growth can vary from person to person, and consistency in following up the sessions is fundamental to achieving the best results.

It is recommended that the treatment be carried out by an experienced and qualified professional to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the procedure.

Hair Implant Specialist

Dr. Ana Coimbra

Ana Coimbra has been a doctor with a degree in Medicine and Surgery since 2013.

With a passion for Aesthetic Medicine and Trichology, Dr. Coimbra successfully completed a Master’s Degree in Aesthetic Medicine, awarded by Queen Mary University in London, and a Master’s Degree in Trichology and Hair Transplantation in Madrid.

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Hair Implant Specialist

Dr. Ana Coimbra

Ana Coimbra has been a doctor with a degree in Medicine and Surgery since 2013.

With a passion for Aesthetic Medicine and Trichology, Dr. Coimbra successfully completed a Master’s Degree in Aesthetic Medicine, awarded by Queen Mary University in London, and a Master’s Degree in Trichology and Hair Transplantation in Madrid.

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Hair Implant Specialist

Dr. Ana Coimbra

Ana Coimbra has been a doctor with a degree in Medicine and Surgery since 2013.

With a passion for Aesthetic Medicine and Trichology, Dr. Coimbra successfully completed a Master’s Degree in Aesthetic Medicine, awarded by Queen Mary University in London, and a Master’s Degree in Trichology and Hair Transplantation in Madrid.

Learn more

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