No, PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) treatment is not permanent. It delivers long-lasting improvement in hair thickness, density, and quality, but maintenance is required. After the initial treatment sessions, follow-up or booster sessions are usually needed every 6–12 months to sustain results. PRP effectively stimulates hair follicles and slows hair loss, with benefits typically lasting 1–3 years, depending on individual factors such as genetics, age, and lifestyle.
According to Dr. Harikiran Chekuri,
“PRP works by stimulating dormant hair follicles and improving scalp health. However, since hair loss is a progressive condition, periodic maintenance sessions are essential to sustain results, which can vary based on individual factors such as genetics, age, and lifestyle.”
Why PRP Isn’t Permanent
PRP treatment delivers noticeable improvement in hair quality and growth by stimulating inactive follicles, but its effects are not lifelong. Regular maintenance is essential to sustain the benefits over time.
- Temporary Hair Growth Stimulation: PRP uses your body’s natural growth factors to activate hair follicles, but the effect gradually fades without repeat sessions.
- Underlying Causes Remain: PRP does not eliminate genetic or hormonal causes of hair loss, so ongoing treatments are needed to maintain results and slow thinning.
To understand how maintenance sessions work and whether PRP treatment is right for you, you can explore this detailed guide on PRP treatment.
How Can You Maintain PRP Treatment Results Over Time?
You can maintain PRP treatment results over time by following a structured maintenance plan and supporting overall hair health:
- Maintenance Sessions: After the initial 3–4 PRP sessions, booster treatments every 6–12 months help sustain hair thickness and density.
- Healthy Lifestyle: A balanced diet, proper hair care, stress management, and treating underlying conditions (such as thyroid issues) support longer-lasting results.
- Combination Therapy: Using PRP alongside treatments like minoxidil or finasteride can enhance outcomes and slow further hair thinning.
To understand treatment frequency in detail, you can read more about how many PRP sessions are needed for hair
Why Choose Redefine for PRP Treatment?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is PRP effective for genetic hair loss?
PRP helps slow down genetic hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) and strengthens existing hair, but it does not permanently stop genetic thinning without maintenance sessions.
How many PRP sessions are needed for hair loss?
Most patients require 3–4 sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart, followed by maintenance sessions every 6–12 months for sustained results.
Can PRP regrow hair in completely bald areas?
No, PRP cannot regrow hair in areas with no active follicles. It works best where hair follicles are still alive but weakened.
Is PRP better than minoxidil or finasteride?
PRP works differently by using growth factors from your own blood. It is often more effective when combined with treatments like minoxidil or finasteride rather than used alone.
