Hair thinning or shedding can be frustrating, but you don’t have to face it alone. At Old Town Med Spa, we offer platelet-rich plasma (PRP) hair restoration as a nonsurgical way to stimulate natural hair growth. PRP facilitates the development of new hair follicles while improving the health of existing ones.
Board-certified cosmetic surgeons Drs. Nael and Shazel Gharbi, along with their experienced aestheticians and aesthetic injectors, are excited to provide advanced, personalized care using science-backed techniques.Â
What Is PRP?
Platelet-rich plasma is a concentration of platelets derived from a sample of your own blood. It contains growth factors that help stimulate healing and cell regeneration, including:
- Platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF)
- Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF)
- Transforming growth factor (TGF)
These proteins support tissue repair and encourage hair follicle activity by increasing blood flow, reducing inflammation, and promoting the production of new cells. When injected into the scalp, these growth factors help revive dormant follicles and extend the hair growth cycle, producing thicker, healthier hair over time.
PRP Hair Restoration Candidates
PRP hair restoration works well for individuals experiencing mild to moderate hair thinning or shedding, particularly those with androgenic alopecia (male or female pattern baldness). Candidates should have active hair follicles that can still produce hair, as PRP is designed to promote growth rather than regrow completely lost hair.
This treatment is most effective for patients in good health, without serious blood disorders or autoimmune conditions. Ideal candidates are also those seeking a nonsurgical solution to slow hair loss and enhance hair density.
What to Expect During Your Appointment
A typical PRP hair restoration session starts with a blood draw. A small amount of your blood is drawn and placed in a centrifuge to separate the platelet-rich plasma. We also apply a topical anesthetic to numb the treatment area so that you won’t feel any discomfort during your appointment.
Once isolated, your provider will inject the PRP into areas of the scalp where hair thinning is present.
The entire session usually lasts between 45 and 60 minutes. There is no downtime afterward – you can get right back to your daily routine.
Treatment Timeline and Follow-Ups
The typical PRP hair restoration plan consists of an initial series of three sessions, spaced approximately four to six weeks apart. Each appointment involves drawing blood, processing it, and injecting the platelet-rich plasma into targeted areas of the scalp.
Visible improvement often begins around three months after the first treatment. To maintain results, most providers recommend follow-ups every four to six months.
Before and After
63 yr old male-5 months after 3rd treatment with PRFM
Why Choose Old Town Med Spa?
Old Town Med Spa is led by the MD Brothers – Drs. Nael and Shazel Gharbi – board-certified physicians in aesthetic and internal medicine with over a decade of experience. As two of Chicago’s leading cosmetic surgeons, they bring deep expertise and dedication to each procedure, including PRP hair restoration.
The brothers’ background includes advanced training in laser, radiofrequency, and injection-based treatments, and their practice is endorsed by A4M and multiple aesthetic medicine societies. Since 2015, their patient-first approach, cutting-edge techniques, and skilled team have made Old Town Med Spa a trusted destination for nonsurgical hair restoration.
Schedule a Consultation Today
If you’re looking for a nonsurgical solution to hair thinning or early hair loss, PRP hair restoration at Old Town Med Spa could be the right option. With convenient locations in River North, Bucktown, and Lincoln Park, expert care is never far away.
To learn more or get started, call the closest location to you or book your appointment online today. Reclaim fuller, healthier hair with personalized treatment in a supportive and professional setting.
