Hair Restoration

Hair loss is a distressing situation. A thorough evaluation is necessary to determine the cause of the hair loss and to determine the appropriate remedy. In addition to a physical examination, labs are often ordered to ensure there is no internal cause of alopecia. After a diagnosis is made the treatment options will be discussed. In addition to standard medical therapies for hair loss we provide the most up to date treatments for people with male and female pattern hair loss. These treatments include low level laser therapy and PRF (platelet rich fibrin) injections. 

Sunetics Low Level Laser Therapy

The Sunetics International Low Level Laser Therapy is FDA cleared for the treatment of male and female pattern hair loss. This safe and effective therapy treats androgenetic alopecia without pain or chemicals. This involves 20 – 30 minute sessions under a red laser. This laser increases blood flow to the scalp, removing dihydrotestosterone from the scalp and stimulating energy production in the hair follicles. This is performed twice weekly for 3 months, then once weekly for 3 month and then every other week for 6 months. We recommend monthly maintenance treatments thereafter.

Platelet Rich Fibrin

Platelet Rich Fibrin injections involves drawing blood from the patient. This blood is then spun in a centrifuge separating out different layers. The layer known as platelet rich fibrin (PRF) is removed and then injected into the scalp. This PRF contains a variety of growth factors. These growth factors when released into the skin can stimulate hair growth. These treatments are performed on a monthly basis for 3 months then every 6 months thereafter. We recommend an evaluation by our providers prior to scheduling PRF treatments.

What is the difference between PRP and PRF

Platelet Rich Fibrin is a second generation PRP (platelet rich plasma) therapy that contains high concentrations of white blood cells, fibrin and stem cells found circulating in our bloodstreams. PRF is a 100% natural and unmodified autologous solution meaning from one’s own blood. By the proprietary preparation using low centrifugation method, PRF has several advantages over PRP. In comparison to PRP, PRF has a higher concentration of platelets, stem cells, and leukocytes leading to more growth factors. Growth factors are substances that simulate growth and proliferation, cell differentiation and aid in wound healing. PRF is free of any additives like sodium citrate or heparin leading to the 100% natural solution. This allows the creation of a fibrin matrix leading to a much slower release of growth factor and cytokines. This method keeps cells active longer. Growth factors are released on average of 10-12 days in contrast to PRP which are released for about 1-3 days after the procedure. PRF is injected directly into the scalp in which the growth factors stimulate angiogenesis, further release of stem cells resulting in increased hair count and density.