Root Hair Institute provides scalp injections as an option for hair loss treatment in Greater Seattle. They utilize the newest and most advanced tools and techniques to give the best possible results.
There are a number of scalp injections that can be used for hair loss. One option includes growth factor injections. Growth factors are often injected into the scalp in areas that have thinning hair in order to decrease further loss, thicken existing hair, and in some cases grow more hair. These types of injections have been studied mostly in androgenetic alopecia (also called AGA or patterned hair loss or patterned balding). There are also studies in other types of hair loss such as alopecia areata and scarring hair loss. However, further studies are still needed, and the use of these growth factor injections for any type of hair loss is off label.
Another type of injectable therapy for hair loss is the injection of steroids into the scalp. These steroid injections are often recommended for inflammatory types of hair loss or for shedding hair loss (telogen effluvium).
Injection of growth factors into the scalp is a procedure that can promote hair growth. These growth factors can help to increase the length of the anagen (growing phase) of the hair cycle.
The growth factors can stimulate hair follicles when injected into the scalp and can increase blood flow to the scalp. This can lead to thickening (increased diameter) of your existing hair.
Growth factors isolated from your own blood can assist with tissue repair and regeneration. This can lead to improved health of hair follicles leading to healthier appearing existing hair.
Growth factor scalp injections are generally a short in-office procedure. At Root Hair Institute, we take measures to make the injections as quick and comfortable as possible. Scalp injections do not require individuals to keep up with a treatment regimen at home.
Growth factor injections at Root Hair Institute are all autologous, meaning they are products isolated from your own body. Some patients who are not comfortable with medication-based therapies prefer this growth factor injection treatment option and other options such as red light therapy.
Growth factor injections can be combined with other therapies such as topical medications, oral medications, low-level light therapy, microneedling, and hair restoration surgery. In fact, many of these treatments work better together than alone as they target hair loss pathways at multiple levels and in different ways.
Patients who undergo growth factor injections at RHI generally have very little downtime. There are certain measures recommended such as avoiding certain supplements or medications, exercise, scalp massage, and other activities in the days before and after the procedure. Our patients at RHI receive detailed pre-procedure and post-procedure instructions in order to optimize their treatment results. However, generally the procedure is well-tolerated with minimal downtime. Make sure to discuss the downtime and pre and post treatment recommendations with your performing provider before deciding if growth factor injections are right for you.
Below are just some of the reasons why you should consider choosing Root Hair Institute for your Growth Factor Scalp Injections in Greater Seattle:
Our physicians start by first making a diagnosis. If any additional testing is needed in your case such as a scalp biopsy or laboratory work, they will let you know. Based on your type and cause of hair loss, other medical problems, goals, priorities, and preferences, our doctors will then walk you through your treatment options and help you decide on a treatment plan.
Our doctors are committed to educating you on your options including growth factor injections if appropriate. They will educate you on the risks, benefits, and alternatives, so that you can make the decision that is right for you.
To provide our patients with the best care possible, our hair loss physicians at Root Hair Institute are experts in the field of hair restoration. They are members of and have leadership roles in various professional organizations, give lectures at universities, present at national and international meetings, and publish in the field. They stay current with the most advanced and cutting-edge hair loss treatments. Our physicians are skilled in administering growth factor injections and are knowledgeable about the anatomy of the scalp, hair follicle, and the best techniques to utilize in the injection of growth factors.
Medical Therapies
Hair Restoration Surgery
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Scalp Injections
Scalp Microneedling
Low-Level Light Therapy
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