TMSC provides alopecia treatment Toronto area, using advanced PRP therapy. Our board-certified surgeons have been performing this procedure to countless Toronto residents and we welcome you to join our satisfied patients.
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is a medical procedure used to treat hair loss. It involves three key steps: drawing blood from the patient, processing it, and then injecting it into the patient's scalp.
PRP injections aim to increase the blood supply to the hair follicles, which subsequently stimulates natural hair growth. Typically, PRP therapy consists of three treatments, each spaced 4-6 weeks apart.
Here's what you can expect during your PRP therapy in Toronto:
Step 1: Drawing of blood
The first step involves drawing blood, usually from your arm, and placing it in a centrifuge. This is a machine that spins rapidly to separate fluids based on their densities.
Step 2: Processing
Approximately 10 minutes later, the blood will have separated into three layers:
- Platelet-poor plasma at the top
- Platelet-rich plasma in the middle
- Red blood cells at the bottom
Step 3: Injection to the scalp
During the final step, our hair loss specialist in Toronto extracts and injects the platelet-rich plasma, which is full of growth factors, to areas of the scalp where hair regrowth is desired.
Is hair regrowth really possible?
The main objective of PRP therapy is to stop ongoing hair loss. Studies have shown that patients who undergo this treatment often experience significant improvements, with almost complete cessation of hair loss. While new hair growth is possible, around 30% of patients will observe noticeable hair regeneration.
Also, starting the treatment early increases the chances of hair regrowth and enhances the overall effectiveness of the procedure. It's important to remember that without treatment, hair loss continues.
