iPRF Hair Regeneration
Transform Your Hair with i-PRF Say Goodbye to Thinning, Hello to Thickness!
iPRF Hair Loss Injections in Preston UK
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iPRF for hair regeneration
How effective is iPRF for hair loss?
Clinical studies have demonstrated that i-PRF therapy is effective in addressing both male and female pattern hair loss and baldness (androgenic alopecia). Additionally, PRF can be used to treat thinning hair caused by factors such as iron deficiency, metabolic issues, telogen effluvium, and certain medications. In some cases, i-PRF treatments have also been successful in restoring hair growth in areas like the beard or eyebrows.
One of the significant advantages of i-PRF hair loss treatment is its 100% natural and minimally invasive nature. This makes it an ideal choice for individuals experiencing hair thinning who may be unable or unwilling to take hair loss medications due to potential side effects. Like PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma), i-PRF is derived from the patient’s own blood, ensuring a safe treatment with minimal risk of allergic reactions, infections, or complications.
i-PRF can be used both as a preventive measure and a regenerative treatment, offering the benefit of no downtime. Unlike hair restoration surgery, i-PRF carries no surgical risks and does not require an extended recovery period.
iPRF How It Works
What does the iPRF procedure for hair loss look like?
Once we’ve discussed your treatment plan and you’ve signed the necessary consent forms, we begin by capturing photographs to document your journey with a before-and-after perspective. A small blood sample is then collected, akin to a routine blood test, and placed into a centrifuge. This machine carefully separates the platelet-rich plasma from the red blood cells.
Before the injections commence, we meticulously cleanse the scalp and apply antiseptic along with a topical local anesthetic to ensure your comfort. The platelet-rich plasma, renowned for its effectiveness in treating skin injuries and burns, is skillfully injected into the targeted scalp area. This infusion works to invigorate hair follicles and stimulate fresh hair growth. Precision is key as we administer the iPRF using fine needles, spaced approximately half an inch apart over the thinning areas.
The entire procedure typically takes around 60 minutes to complete, offering a streamlined and efficient path to hair rejuvenation.
Who is an Ideal Candidate for iPRF Treatment for Hair Loss?
- Your hair loss should be in the initial or intermediate stage, as I-PRF can help slow down the process and promote new growth.
- Your scalp should have enough hair for the treatment to be effective.
- You need to be in overall good health and not suffer from chronic diseases like diabetes and heart diseases.
- While iPRF treatment can help slow down hair loss and promote new growth, it may not be able to fully restore all lost hair. Therefore, it is important to have realistic expectations from the treatment.
- You should not have any blood-related diseases, skin issues on the scalp, or certain other health conditions.
iPRF for Hair Loss
Benefits
- Slows hair loss and promotes new growth.
- Treats thinning hair resulting from telogen effluvium or iron deficiency.
- Strengthens hair without any allergic reaction, as the materials used in the treatment come from your own body.
- Nourishes follicles.
- Improves hair thickness.
- Stimulates the regenerative process.
- Revives dormant hair follicles.
- Decreases hair thinning and shedding.
- Promotes healing.
- Invigorates hair’s natural growth processes.
- Provides long-lasting results.
- Positive effects are visible after a few sessions.
iPRF vs PRF
Higher concentration of platelets, growth factors & leukocytes
The difference between PRF and i-PRF lies in their distinct preparation processes and the resultant physical properties of the products. PRF typically assumes a denser, gel-like consistency, whereas i-PRF exhibits a more fluid nature. By implementing refined preparation techniques, i-PRF aims to optimize injectability and spreadability, offering enhanced convenience for specific aesthetic procedures.
i-PRF introduces an innovative concept that addresses previous limitations in regenerative medicine. It offers outstanding cell viability and biocompatibility, leading to superior tissue regeneration. Unlike conventional methods, this advanced form of platelet-rich plasma does not utilize anticoagulants or chemical additives, providing a completely natural treatment approach for addressing volume loss, photo damage, fine lines and wrinkles, scars, pigmentation issues, poor skin texture, and even hair loss.
The concept of low-speed centrifugation (LSCC) ensures a higher concentration of platelets, growth factors, and leukocytes, which become entrapped within the fibrinogen mesh, resulting in a cell-rich network. These essential cells are gradually released, triggering a natural regeneration process.
Studies have demonstrated that the i-PRF Smart Cell System yields a significantly higher concentration of platelets compared to PRP after centrifugation. This emphasizes the superiority of Injectable Platelet Rich Fibrin and underscores why this system represents a true game changer in the field of regenerative medicine.
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Before the treatment
- The treatment does not require any special preparations.
- The procedure will normally be preceded by an in-depth medical interview.
- Abstain from consuming alcoholic beverages the day before and after the treatment.
- Refrain from alcohol consumption for 1 week prior to the procedure
- Inform your aesthetician about any medications being taken.
- Chemical peels and strong cosmetic products should not be used in the area where the treatment will be performed for a few days before the treatment
- Avoid strong heating of the body before the treatment (solarium, saunas, direct sunlight)
Two weeks prior to treatment you must stop taking any blood thinner medication such as Ibuprofen.
After the treatment
- Due to the slow release of the solution over two weeks, it is advisable to refrain from alcohol throughout the entire duration of the therapy, typically lasting two months (a full course consists of four treatment sessions).
- Following the procedure, it’s important to avoid washing your hair for at least 24 hours.
- For 4 days, do not expose yourself to direct sunlight, or warm-up treatments.
- It is recommended to use SPF 50 sunscreen creams
- As with most of our cosmetic treatments, we recommend that you avoid vigorous exercise for 7 days following your procedure, we give up using the sauna, swimming pool, gyms, hot baths, solariums, and other places of a large group of people
- Chemical peels and strong cosmetic products should not be used in the area where the treatment will be performed for a few days after the treatment
Possible side effects
- Immediately after the procedure, the scalp may feel sensitive, appear red, or swell – these symptoms typically subside within a few hours.
- Any lingering bumps or blisters on the scalp will absorb within a few hours.
- Small traces or marks at the injection sites may appear, fading away naturally within a few days.
iPRF Hair Regeneration
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iPRF Contraindications
- Below 18 years old
- Unregulated thyroid diseases/Hashimoto’s
- Active infection
- Platelet Dysfunction Syndrome
- Critical Thrombocytopenia
- Hypofibrinogenemia
- Hemodynamic instability
- Sepsis
- Chronic liver pathology
- Anemia
- Pregnancy and lactation period
- Bacterial, fungal, and viral skin infections, skin inflammation
- Active herpes, i.e., viral lesions
- Severe forms of acne requiring pharmacological treatment
- Blood coagulation disorders
- Use of anticoagulant drugs
- Skin allergies
- High susceptibility to allergies
- Damaged and irritated skin
- Connective tissue diseases
- Tendency to develop hypertrophic scars
- Tendency to develop keloids
- Inflammation of the skin in the treated area
- Sunburn
- Discontinuity of the epidermis
- Decompensated diabetes
- Neoplastic and autoimmune diseases
- Use of immunosuppressive drugs
- Use of corticosteroids (6-8 weeks)
- Oral therapy with retinoids, derivatives of vitamin A (at least 6 months break)
- Condition after surgery at the site of treatment (up to 2 months)
- Multiple melanocytic marks, numerous telangiectasias
- Condition after cryotherapy (up to 6 months)
- Skin cancers, including undergoing radiation therapy
- Chemotherapy
- Mental disorders, lack of cooperation
- Oral, long-term steroid therapy
- Psoriasis
- Lupus
- Rheumatoid arthritis
Frequently
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The number of iPRF sessions required for hair growth can vary. It is best to consult with a medical professional to determine the appropriate number of sessions based on individual circumstances.
An i-PRF procedure typically lasts between 40 to 60 minutes.
For optimal results, it is recommended to undergo 4 to 6 sessions of i-PRF treatment at intervals of 2 to 4 weeks, with a reminder after 4 to 6 months.
No, anaesthesia is not required for i-PRF hair regeneration treatment but can be applied topically if needed.
The results of i-PRF treatment typically last between 6 to 18 months.
i-PRF hair regeneration treatment is recommended for individuals aged 25 and above.
No, there is no downtime associated with i-PRF treatment.
The key differences between i-PRF and traditional PRF treatments lie in their preparation processes and physical properties, with i-PRF typically exhibiting a more fluid nature and optimized injectability.
i-PRF therapy stimulates hair growth and rejuvenates the scalp by harnessing the power of platelets from the patient's own blood to invigorate hair follicles, promote new hair growth, and improve hair vitality. And, of course, there are more benefits, such as:
- Slows hair loss and promotes new growth.
- Treats thinning hair resulting from telogen effluvium or iron deficiency.
- Strengthens hair without any allergic reaction, as the materials used in the treatment come from your own body.
- Nourishes follicles.
- Improves hair thickness.
- Stimulates the regenerative process.
- Revives dormant hair follicles.
- Decreases hair thinning and shedding.
- Promotes healing.
- Invigorates hair's natural growth processes.
- Provides long-lasting results.
- Positive effects are visible after a few sessions.
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