What therapies support the effects of transplantation?
After a hair transplant, it is worth considering additional therapies that can speed up recovery and stimulate new hair growth.
- Mesotherapy of the scalp - involves injecting active substances directly into the scalp, which improves microcirculation and nutrition of hair follicles.
- Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) - a treatment that uses the patient's own plasma, which contains growth factors that promote tissue regeneration and stimulate hair growth.
- Minoxidil - a topical drug that can help the process of new hair growth after transplantation.
What are the contraindications to complementary treatment?
Supportive therapies after hair transplantation are not recommended in cases of active inflammation of the scalp, autoimmune diseases, skin allergic reactions to the ingredients of the formulations, uncompensated diabetes, as well as pregnancy and breastfeeding.
When is it a good idea to opt for complementary treatment?
Complementary treatment is worth considering when.
- At least 1-2 weeks have passed since the transplant.
- The scalp is fully healed.
- There are no infections or inflammations.
- The patient wants to speed up the process of new hair growth and improve its quality.
Differences between supportive therapies
Therapy: Mesotherapy of the scalp
Mechanism of action: Improve microcirculation and nutrition of hair follicles
Indications: Supporting the growth of new hair
Therapy: Platelet rich plasma (PRP)
Mechanism of action: Stimulation of tissue regeneration and hair growth
Indications: Enhancing the effects of transplantation, regeneration of the scalp.
Therapy: Minoxidil
Mechanism of action: Stimulation of new hair growth
Indications: Supporting hair growth after transplantation
