PRP Injections for Hair Growth in the Context of Efficacy, Safety, and Cost in Bangalore

"Platelet-rich plasma/ PRP therapy is a natural, safe option for hair loss that may require repetitive sessions to maintain the long-lasting effects. However, one may need to complete a series of 4-6 treatments to achieve the optimal results!"

·       Hair loss can be devastating, and very few treatments give potential benefits. However, PRP is the most sought-after hair growth therapy.

·       PRP is a safe rescue against hair fall most often recommended after hair loss treatments, i.e., hair transplants, to improve the outcomes.

·       PRP injections are the best recommendation for those dealing with stress-caused hair loss (telogen effluvium), hormonal imbalances, certain drug side effects, chronic illness, or nutritional deficiencies, such as iron, protein, biotin, zinc, or other nutrients.

·       PRP therapies can be helpful in hereditary hair loss, i.e., Androgenic alopecia (Pattern baldness), help prevent future hair loss, promote new hair growth, and aid acceleration of hair growth after hair transplants.

PRP is an acronym for platelet-rich plasma; the therapy involves injecting the platelet-rich plasma protein into the problem areas, i.e., the scalp, to accelerate the healing, regeneration, and growth process. PRP therapy is a safe, natural way to control future hair loss if someone is dealing with seasonal hair loss or hair fall caused by stress, medical conditions, hormonal imbalance, or deficiency of certain nutrients. However, the demand for PRP therapy in Bangalore has surged, and many patients want an introductory consultation to evaluate the status of their hair loss and whether PRP injections can respond to it.

Dr. Karishma Kagodu (MS, MCh), a board-certified celebrity cosmetic surgeon, stated that most often, patients after hair transplant surgery, whether the procedure was done with FUT (follicular unit transplants) or FUE (follicular unit extraction) recommended for PRP treatments to accelerate the hair regeneration on the treatment areas. And, the results are quite amazing, but one needs to be consistent with the revision therapies for a few months to see the noticeable effects.

What is PRP Therapy?

Platelet-rich plasma is a natural process for hair growth in which a patient's blood is drawn, typically from the patient's arm, and put into a centrifuge machine. About 10-60 ml of blood is drawn, and the centrifuge machine spins expeditiously to separate fluids of different densities. Following the concentration process of drawn blood, the platelet-rich plasma protein is collected and injected into the scalp, resulting in enhanced healing response, increased hair thickness and density, and hair growth.

PRP has proven to be a hair growth accelerator injection. The key points that researchers have revealed are highlighted below:

·       A 2022 review found that PRP may accelerate hair growth and control hair follicles from premature shedding.

·       A 2020 study revealed that PRP therapy can cause an increase in hair thickness and density.

·       A 2018 study revealed that PRP may trigger hair growth by increasing blood supply to hair growth and healing after the injection process.

How Effective Is PRP Therapy?

PRP therapy is an effective and safe process for hair growth because the patient's own blood is used for the treatment. There are no infections or side effects risks, and a 100% safe method to induce hair growth. Now, the question is the treatment work?

PRP works because:

·       The injection process accelerates the healing response, and hair follicles get active with increased blood supply, promoting hair growth.

·       Board-certified cosmetologists recommend PRP every six months for the best results with increased hair thickness and density.

·       The platelet-rich plasma protein collected by the centrifuge process is a key element enriched with growth factors and protein for hair regeneration.

·       PRP treatment results are long-lasting if the revision session is done, and a patient is advised to complete the series of 4-6 treatments to achieve the optimal PRP hair treatment effects.

·       The touch-up sessions should be repeated at least once a year for healthy hair growth.

How Safe Is PRP Treatment?

PRP therapy is safe because the patient's blood is used for the treatment. However, there is virtually no risk for adverse reactions. PRP treatment involves injecting your blood into your scalp for hair regeneration. Thus, there is no risk of contracting an infectious disease. Aside from risk safety, some side effects post-therapy may be signs of a healing response to ensure the treatment went well. However, some side effects, such as pain, swelling, itching, headache, or temporary discoloration on the treatment site, can be experienced. Fortunately, these side effects can be managed effectively with proper post-op measures and prescription medications. One must note that every patient reacts differently to PRP injection, and so the results may vary from patient to patient. It is always suggestible to speak to your cosmetologist, in case you experience any discomforts post PRP injection.

What is the Cost of PRP Therapy in Bangalore?

The cost of PRP therapy in Bangalore may vary from clinic to clinic depending on a few important factors associated with the treatment procedure. The clinic's geographical location, equipment quality, and additional nutritional components may influence the PRP cost in Bangalore. However, stating a straight cost does not meet the justification, as every patient is unique and responds differently to PRP therapies. Some patients can experience noticeable results in just six months, while others may need to wait a bit to see results. You will be able to see new hair growth for about 18-24 months, and touch-up sessions are required to maintain the long-lasting effects.

On average, the cost of PRP therapy in Indiranagar, Bangalore ranges from 4000-25000 INR, and it is always recommended to choose only a certified cosmetic clinic/center aided with advanced facilities and licensed doctors/ cosmetologists to avoid the chances of botchy PRP.

Call Dr. Karishma Aesthetics at +91 8042036382, +91 9108969006, or +91 7624809006 if you are seeking rescue from unwanted hair loss and get the treatment done with experts at a competitive cost in Bangalore.