PRP is derived from a patient’s own blood. A small blood sample is drawn and processed in a centrifuge to isolate platelet-rich plasma, which contains a concentrated level of growth factors.

When injected into the scalp, PRP stimulates the hair follicles, improves blood supply, and promotes a healthier growth environment. These growth factors help to prolong the active (anagen) phase of the hair cycle and may encourage dormant follicles to become more active.

Because PRP uses the patient’s own biological material, it is well tolerated and associated with a strong safety profile.

PRP for Androgenetic Alopecia (Pattern Hair Loss)

PRP is commonly used to treat androgenetic alopecia, the most common cause of hair thinning in both men and women.

It can help:

• Slow the progression of hair thinning
• Improve hair density
• Increase hair shaft thickness
• Support healthier, stronger hair growth

PRP is most effective in patients with early to moderate thinning, where hair follicles are still present but weakened.

Patients experiencing increased shedding or diffuse thinning may benefit from PRP as part of a broader evaluation and treatment plan.

By improving follicular health and scalp environment, PRP can support more consistent and robust hair growth over time.

PRP as Part of a Comprehensive Hair Restoration Plan

PRP is often combined with other evidence-based treatments to optimize results.

Depending on the patient, this may include:

• Oral or topical medications
• Nutritional optimization
• Scalp treatments

This integrated approach allows for more effective and sustained improvement in hair growth.

PRP treatments are performed in the office and typically take 30 minutes start-to-finish.

The process involves:

• Drawing a small amount of blood
• Processing it to isolate platelet-rich plasma
• Injecting the PRP into targeted areas of the scalp

A topical numbing agent may be used to improve comfort during the injections. Most patients tolerate the procedure well.

After treatment, patients can return to normal activities with minimal restrictions.

PRP for hair growth involves little to no downtime.

Patients may experience:

• Mild scalp tenderness
• Slight redness or swelling at injection sites

These effects are temporary and typically resolve within a day or two. Patients are usually able to resume normal hair care routines shortly after treatment.

PRP works gradually, and results develop over time.

Patients may begin to notice:

• Reduced shedding within the first few months
• Improved thickness and density over several months

A series of treatments is typically recommended initially, often spaced several weeks apart. Maintenance treatments may be performed periodically to sustain results. Consistency is an important factor in achieving optimal outcomes.

PRP is well suited for patients who:

• Are experiencing early to moderate hair thinning
• Want a non-surgical, regenerative treatment
• Prefer a natural approach using their own biology
• Are interested in maintaining and improving existing hair

Patients with more advanced hair loss may require additional or alternative treatments.

PRP represents a shift toward regenerative medicine in hair restoration, focusing on improving the health and function of existing hair follicles.

At Treiber Dermatology, PRP is used as part of a personalized treatment plan designed to support long-term hair growth and scalp health.

By combining PRP with other therapies when appropriate, treatment can be optimized for each individual patient.

Patients throughout New York and Connecticut choose Treiber Dermatology for PRP hair restoration because of the practice’s expertise in both medical dermatology and aesthetic treatments.

Each patient undergoes a careful evaluation to determine the cause of hair loss and the most appropriate treatment approach.

The focus is on delivering natural, gradual improvement while maintaining the health of the scalp and hair.