Commentary on Platelet-Rich Plasma and Stem Cells for Hair Growth: A Review of the Literature

    August 2019 in “ Aesthetic Surgery Journal ”
    Alfonso Barrera
    Studysummary PRP can boost hair growth and thickness, especially in early stages of hair loss, but its effectiveness varies and there's no set method or treatment frequency. Stem cells also show promise for increasing hair density.
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