Hair restoration is a non-surgical treatment designed to address thinning hair, receding hairlines, and hair loss through stimulation of hair growth and improvement of hair follicles. At Art of Skin Dermatology, Tania Cohen, DMSC, PA-C, offers advanced hair restoration treatments tailored to each patient’s individual needs. These treatments help restore confidence and achieve fuller, healthier hair without invasive procedures.
Hair restoration treatments are suitable for men and women experiencing hair thinning or early signs of baldness. Hair loss can be treated effectively with customized approaches that focus on promoting hair growth and restoring volume, whether due to genetics, aging, stress, or hormonal changes.
Before undergoing hair restoration, a thorough consultation is conducted to assess the patient’s hair loss pattern, scalp condition, and overall health. It allows your provider to develop a personalized treatment plan that offers the best results for your situation.
HOW DOES HAIR RESTORATION WORK?
Hair restoration treatments at Art of Skin Dermatology work by stimulating dormant or weakened hair follicles and encouraging new hair growth. A PRP treatment (Platelet-Rich Plasma) is one of the most effective methods, and it uses your blood to rejuvenate hair follicles. A small amount of blood is drawn and processed during the procedure to concentrate the platelets rich in growth factors. This PRP is injected into the scalp, promoting cell regeneration and stimulating the hair follicles to grow stronger, healthier hair.
PRP therapy is especially effective for patients in the early stages of hair thinning or those with patchy hair loss. It helps to improve hair density and thickness while enhancing overall hair health.
For patients with more advanced hair loss, additional therapies may be recommended, including microneedling and laser therapy. These treatments improve blood circulation to the scalp, increase nutrient delivery to hair follicles, and boost collagen production, which supports healthier hair growth.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT DURING MY HAIR RESTORATION SESSION?
A typical hair restoration session begins with a consultation to assess your hair loss and decide the best action. If PRP therapy is part of your treatment plan, a small blood sample is drawn and processed in a centrifuge to obtain platelet-rich plasma. Your comfort during the procedure may be ensured by applying numbing cream.
The PRP is then injected into targeted areas of the scalp using fine needles. Depending on the size of the treatment area, the procedure can take anywhere from 30 to 60 minutes. Patients often report minimal discomfort during the session, and there is no need for downtime following the treatment.
Similar steps will be followed for patients undergoing microneedling or laser therapy as part of their hair restoration treatment. Microneedling creates tiny channels in the scalp to stimulate healing and increase the effectiveness of topical treatments. At the same time, laser therapy uses low-level light to energize the scalp and support hair growth.
AFTER A HAIR RESTORATION TREATMENT, WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT?
Following a hair restoration session, some patients might experience mild swelling, redness, or tenderness on the scalp. These side effects are temporary and usually resolve within a day or two. No downtime is required so that most patients can return to normal activities immediately.
Results from hair restoration treatments typically begin to appear within a few months, as the hair follicles gradually become more active and new hair growth occurs. The effects continue to improve over the following months as hair becomes thicker and fuller. There may be a need for multiple sessions to achieve the desired results, with follow-up treatments spaced several weeks apart.
Patients are encouraged to follow any aftercare instructions provided by their provider, such as avoiding direct sun exposure to the scalp and maintaining a healthy hair care routine to support optimal hair growth.
