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PRP and fat transfer; Two different treatment methods applied to improve hair quality and increase the likelihood of successful hair transplantation. On our blog , I have mentioned the effects of both applications based on scientific research results and clinical findings many times. In recent years, it has been discussed and investigated whether the combination of PRP and fat transfer can have a synergistic effect in improving hair quality . The results obtained so far are very promising. In cases where platelet- rich plasma injection and stem cell-rich fat transplantation procedures are combined; It was observed that both hair quality and hair density increased.
in PubMed in 2021 that discusses 3 case reports on this subject. PRP and fat transfer applications Androgenetics It was applied in combination on 2 male patients suffering from alopecia and 1 female patient suffering from hair loss due to COVID 19, and the results were followed for 1 year. It was concluded that the combination of both treatments is more powerful and effective in terms of improving the scalp and promoting new hair growth. However, it is also stated that additional research results are needed for clearer discourses.
How Does Autologous Fat Transfer Affect Hair Transplant Results?
Oil grafting application improves hair quality in people with hair loss and scalp damage due to burn alopecia , fibrosis or radiation damage. With autologous fat transfer, it is aimed to repair and revitalize the damaged scalp. This is the basis of the hair transplantation practice I performed under the name of FAT. Autologous oils enriched with stem cells maximize the success of hair transplantation.
PRP treatment can be applied to strengthen the hair follicles
PRP, which means platelet- rich plasma; It is a treatment that can be applied both for aesthetic and therapeutic purposes. It is frequently preferred and applied in skin rejuvenation, in eliminating or slowing down the problem of hair loss, in muscle and tendon injuries. It has valuable benefits such as healing damaged tissue and providing healthy cell formation. Platelets , which are called repairer cells due to their reparative properties , also encourage hair formation with the growth factors they contain. PRP treatment can be applied to strengthen the hair follicles planted after hair transplant surgery.
Should Fat Transfer and PRP Treatment Be Combined?
When PRP is applied alone, it can reverse the hair loss process. However, research shows that joining forces offers more effective results. By combining the benefits of PRP with the fat transfer technique ; It is aimed both to increase the quality of the scalp and to promote hair growth.
What are the Benefits of Fat Transfer and PRP Treatment?
Y network transfer application and PRP; whether applied separately or in combination; Both treatments have very beneficial effects on hair and scalp health.
Autologous Fat Transfer
- Has a healing effect on damaged scalp
- Strengthens hair that is starting to miniaturize
- Slows down the problem of hair loss
- Makes the scalp ready for hair transplantation
- Provides attachment of transplanted hair follicles
- Promotes healthy growth of transplanted hair
- Provides a more natural appearance after hair transplantation
Benefits of PRP Treatment
- Has a reparative effect on damaged tissues
- Supports hair growth with the growth factors it contains
- May slow down the hair loss process
- Revitalizes hair roots
- Offers more effective results when combined with different treatments
Can Hair Loss Problem Be Solved By Combining PRP And Fat Transfer?
There are many different methods and approaches used in the treatment of hair loss. Although hair transplantation is the only option for cases where hair loss becomes permanent, it cannot guarantee that there will be no hair loss problem afterwards. Although there is no risk of loss of the transplanted hair, other hairs may continue to fall out in the future. The purpose of applications such as PRP and autologous fat transfer is to slow down this process as much as possible; to increase the durability of both transplanted hair and existing hair.
