24 citations,
November 2017 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” All types of Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) can treat hair loss, but homologous PRP works best due to its higher platelet count and growth factors from multiple donors.
May 2024 in “Dermatologic surgery” Nonactivated low leukocyte PRP injections can significantly increase hair and follicle density in women with alopecia.
21 citations,
June 2019 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatment has been found effective in promoting hair growth for alopecia patients, with minimal side effects like temporary pain and redness.
4 citations,
September 2019 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Platelet-rich plasma combined with other treatments improves acne scars better than those treatments alone.
14 citations,
March 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Activated platelet-rich plasma helps hair growth by boosting growth factors and cell growth pathways in hair cells.
7 citations,
April 2019 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Repeated use of platelet-rich plasma in rats caused increased pain sensitivity.
39 citations,
March 2019 in “Dermatologic Surgery” PRP therapy increases hair density for androgenetic alopecia.
18 citations,
August 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” PRP therapy may increase hair density in pattern hair loss without serious side effects, but more research is needed.
4 citations,
December 2019 in “Skin appendage disorders” Using Platelet-Rich Plasma injections for male-pattern baldness didn't significantly improve hair growth.
87 citations,
September 2016 in “Dermatologic Surgery” PRP shows potential for treating female hair loss, but more research needed.
45 citations,
September 2018 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” PRP shows promise for hair loss treatment, with three initial monthly injections and maintenance every 3-6 months.
27 citations,
June 2019 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatment may increase hair growth for genetic hair loss, but more research is needed to confirm this.
12 citations,
May 2019 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Platelet-Rich Plasma and stem cell therapy can increase hair count and density, but the best method for preparation and treatment still needs to be determined.
4 citations,
August 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), a protein-rich extract from a patient's blood, shows promise in improving hair density, thickness, and quality, but the best method of use and number of treatments needed for noticeable results are still unclear.
January 2023 in “Journal of orthopedics & bone disorders” Platelet-rich plasma may not be very effective for bone healing and hair growth due to a substance it contains that blocks these processes.
2 citations,
June 2021 in “Cosmoderma” Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) shows promise in skin and hair treatments but results vary with preparation methods.
1 citations,
January 2021 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” PRP can help treat hair loss but needs standardized methods for best results.
3 citations,
August 2020 in “PubMed” Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is effective in treating various skin conditions and improving hair density, thickness, and patient satisfaction, with lower relapse rates for Alopecia Areata.
August 2023 in “Skin Research and Technology” Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) may improve healing in chronic wounds and vitiligo and promote hair regrowth, but more research is needed.
July 2023 in “International journal of trichology” Platelet-rich Plasma (PRP) helps treat hair loss effectively, especially when prepared using the double-spin method.
6 citations,
May 2021 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Higher cell number PRP improves hair density and diameter more than lower cell number PRP.
4 citations,
January 2022 in “Transfusion Medicine and Hemotherapy” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) has potential benefits in plastic surgery, especially for skin grafts, wound healing, hair loss, mild Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, and TMJ disorders, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness.
July 2024 in “Periodontology 2000” Autologous platelet concentrates show promise in esthetic treatments but need more standardized research.
17 citations,
November 2017 in “Dermatologic Clinics” New techniques improve hair restoration success.
17 citations,
January 2018 in “Journal of cutaneous and aesthetic surgery” The article discusses debates on hair transplant techniques, safe donor areas, PRP use, and practitioner qualifications in hair restoration.
4 citations,
September 2016 in “PubMed” Using platelet-rich fibrin matrix with hair transplant techniques helps in hair regrowth in male baldness patients.
February 2021 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Injections improve hair growth, density, and thickness in women safely.
2 citations,
October 2022 in “Skin appendage disorders” Activated and non-activated PRP are equally safe and effective for treating alopecia areata.
58 citations,
January 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Different methods of preparing Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) can affect wound healing and hair regrowth in plastic surgery. Using a kit with specific standards helps isolate PRP that meets quality criteria. Non-Activated PRP and Activated PRP have varying effects depending on the tissue and condition treated. For hair regrowth, Non-Activated PRP increased hair density more than Activated PRP. Both treatments improved various aspects of scalp health.
44 citations,
February 2020 in “Expert Opinion on Biological Therapy” PRP, especially AA-PRP, can help improve hair growth in androgenetic alopecia.