If you tend to keep up with the latest advancements in cosmetic medicine, you’ve likely heard about a treatment dubbed the “vampire facial.” The reason it is referred to as such is that the specialized facial rejuvenation treatment works via the patient’s blood. Contrary to the way it sounds, a vampire facial does not involve slathering blood over the skin. It involves a blood product called PRP, platelet-rich plasma. There are two components that make up the blood. These are the red blood cells and the plasma. The latter is a colorless substance that is rich in growth factors. These substances act as messengers in the body. Depending on the need, growth factors signal various cells to function. In the case of the vampire facial,…
Millions of people are living with some degree of hair loss. While it may be a common problem, it’s certainly a frustrating one. Historically, people who wanted to correct their hair loss had to do so via complicated, sometimes painful hair transplant surgery. This is still done, though with much more finesse. As an alternative, some physicians offer PRP hair restoration treatment. Platelet-rich plasma is an integral part of our hair restoration program. Here, we discuss how the process works, how PRP works, and why you may want to schedule your consultation now. What Is PRP Hair Restoration? Platelet-rich plasma is a substance that is found in your own blood. This makes it very safe and easy to obtain. To get PRP, Dr. Ong or…
For centuries, humans have been losing their hair. For much of recent history, there has been intense interest in finding out why hair loss happens to some and not to others. In our quest for answers (and solutions), we have come to some fascinating conclusions about the potential causes of hair loss. The thing is, we’ve got to know what is valid and what is a mere theory if we want to address this issue successfully. Here, we point out a few ideas about what causes hair loss that are nothing more than myth. My Mom’s father is balding, so I will go bald, too. It is true that we inherit physical traits from our family. A prevailing theory is that hair color and texture,…
When you brush or wash your hair, it is only natural that you will see some shedding. We all lose a fair amount of hair, about 80 strands, on a daily basis. It is when much more than this is lost; when hair begins to look thin, or areas of complete hair loss occur, that we want to explore why. On your end, if you’re noticing any amount of significant hair loss, the primary goal is to identify a solution. Female hair loss is an interesting phenomenon that is far more common than most people imagine. Research suggests that 1 or more of every 3 women may face this problem. Restoring adequate growth is a priority, and it is important that we realize the path may…
Many have seen and heard radio DJ and iHeart super star JohnJay talk about his hair PRP treatment. What exactly did Dr. Ong do to treat his scalp to help stimulate hair growth? Here is a step-by-step explanation of what was done during the procedure. Blood was drawn to be processed in order to “create” PRP. A total of 60cc of blood was drawn. Here is what PRP is. Numbing cream was placed on the front of the scalp. A scalp block was performed. Local anesthetic was injected using a small needle to block the nerves supplying the front and the back of the scalp. Micro-needling was performed with growth factors around the hair follicles. This is a technique where very small holes (microscopic)…
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) works by :- Stimulating the formation of new blood vessels (angiogenesis). Decreasing inflammation around the hair follicle and promotion of growth through the anti-inflammatory effect of growth factors and cytokines. Inflammation around the follicle is a major cause of hair thinning and loss. This is largely due to the effect of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) around the hair follicle. Cytokines are signaling molecules that allows for cells to communicate. They can trigger cell movement towards injury as well as stimulate stem cells within the hair follicle. What is so unique about our hair program and why is it so effective? We:- Obtain the highest yield of platelets from superior processing of the blood. Stimulate injury within the scalp with micro-needling to allow for activation of PRP. Allow for regeneration…
