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PRP Hair Restoration
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a non-surgical treatment that uses a concentrated portion of your own blood and places it into areas of scalp thinning. For appropriate patients, PRP may help support hair density and follicle activity—particularly in androgenetic, or pattern, hair loss.
At Enhanced Wellness NM, hair restoration starts with understanding why your hair is thinning so treatment can be matched to the diagnosis rather than applied as a one-size-fits-all procedure.
What Is PRP Hair Restoration?
PRP is prepared from a small sample of your own blood. The sample is processed to concentrate platelets in plasma, and that platelet-rich portion is then injected into selected areas of the scalp.
Platelets contain signaling proteins involved in tissue repair. In hair restoration, PRP is used with the goal of supporting follicles that are still present but have become miniaturized. It does not create new follicles where follicles are no longer viable, and results vary from person to person.
Why Patients Consider PRP
- Uses a preparation made from your own blood
- No hair grafting or surgical incision
- Can be incorporated into a broader hair-loss treatment plan
- May be used in both men and women when clinically appropriate
Who May Be a Candidate?
The strongest clinical evidence for scalp PRP is in androgenetic alopecia—male or female pattern hair loss. It may be considered when thinning follicles are still present and the diagnosis is appropriate.
Hair loss can also reflect thyroid disease, nutritional deficiencies, hormonal changes, medications, scalp disorders, stress-related shedding, and other causes. When the history suggests an underlying contributor, evaluation and appropriate testing may be recommended before or alongside hair-restoration treatment.
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What to Expect
1. A Small Blood Draw
A small blood sample is collected, similar to a routine laboratory blood draw.
2. PRP Preparation
The sample is processed to separate and concentrate the platelet-rich plasma.
3. Targeted Scalp Treatment
PRP is placed into the areas of thinning using a series of small injections.
4. Follow-Up Plan
Hair growth is gradual. Your treatment schedule and any maintenance are individualized based on diagnosis, response, and goals.
Safety and Candidacy
Because PRP is prepared from your own blood, allergic reactions to the PRP itself are uncommon. Temporary scalp tenderness, swelling, bruising, bleeding, or headache can occur after injections, and infection is an uncommon but possible risk.
PRP is not appropriate for everyone. Certain platelet or bleeding disorders, significant anemia, active infection, some medical conditions, and medications or supplements that affect bleeding may change candidacy. Do not stop prescribed medication for a PRP procedure unless the prescribing clinician specifically instructs you to do so.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does PRP work for every type of hair loss?
No. The best-studied use is androgenetic alopecia, and the cause of hair loss should be evaluated before deciding whether PRP is appropriate.
How many treatments will I need?
PRP is usually performed as a series rather than a single treatment, and maintenance may be recommended. The exact schedule is individualized to your diagnosis and response.
When might I notice a change?
Hair growth follows a slow biologic cycle. When improvement occurs, it is generally assessed over several months rather than days or weeks.
Can PRP be part of a broader hair-restoration plan?
Yes. Depending on the cause of hair loss, PRP may be considered alongside other medical or scalp-focused treatments. The combination should be based on the diagnosis rather than simply adding more therapies.
Ready to Talk About Your Hair Loss?
Schedule a consultation with Enhanced Wellness NM. We’ll review your pattern of hair loss, medical history, and goals and discuss whether PRP belongs in your treatment plan.
5200 Eubank Blvd NE, Suite C-3, Albuquerque, NM 87111
(505) 323-8100
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