The use of stem cell therapy in treating medical disease has greatly expanded over the last few years. Unlike the initial stigma of using embryonic cells, stem cells can now be extracted from fat cells or even skin cells. Recently, hair restoration physicians have begun using adult-derived stem cells (ADSC) to treat and stabilize hair loss. As of yet, this new non-surgical procedure is still in the early stages, and very little published material is available on the subject.
Male Pattern Baldness
Male pattern baldness is hair loss in men that results from genetics and hormones. It typically follows a receding pattern back and away from the hairline and involves thinning on or around the crown.
You don’t have to let male pattern baldness affect your self-confidence. With treatment, your full, natural hair can be restored. Some treatments are completely non-invasive while others do require incisions. Any scars are minimal and are usually hidden within new and old hair growth. The results of your treatment should be long-lasting.
Male pattern baldness is different for every man, and some men have smaller balding areas than others. In these instances, a micrograft hair transplant may be possible. It will heal more quickly and less of the scalp will be affected by the surgery. You may experience some minor pain and swelling, and scarring is very slight and difficult to see. You will be able to see the results as quickly as it takes your hair to grow.
PRP Therapy for Hair Restoration
Blood plasma has growth factors that support your body’s ability to restore body tissue. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has been extensively studied for its applications in the field of medicine. Patients are experiencing faster recoveries, less downtime and fewer post-procedure complications thanks to the growth factors in PRP. This therapy is quickly growing in popularity for a number of medical conditions, including hair loss.
PRP therapy for hair restoration can help to restore your hair without surgery. It is done as an outpatient procedure and it produces less discomfort than other hair restoration methods. This treatment uses the PRP to stimulate the growth of your own hair cells and to naturally re-grow lost hair. It is relatively quick and easy with fewer risks.
To learn more about hair restoration, contact us for more information or to schedule a consultation. Connecticut Surgical Arts is located in Norwich, Connecticut, serving residents of Colchester, Mystic, Waterford, Glastonbury and other Connecticut communities.