Prp-prf hair loss
Watching your hair thin out and feeling like nothing you've tried has made a lasting difference? PRP and PRF hair loss treatments use concentrated growth factors from your own blood to reactivate dormant follicles and stimulate natural hair regrowth — no surgery, no synthetic drugs. At Opal Clinic in Thornhill, we offer both PRP and PRF protocols tailored to your hair loss pattern and goals.
Price
$300/session
Session time
45–60 min
Session needed
3 sessions
Level of discomfort
4/10
What is PRP & PRF for Hair Loss?
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) and PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin) are injectable hair restoration treatments derived from a small sample of your own blood. The blood is processed in a centrifuge to concentrate the platelets and growth factors which are then injected directly into the scalp at the areas of thinning. These growth factors stimulate dormant hair follicles, increase blood supply to the scalp, and encourage the follicles back into active growth. Because the treatment uses your own biological material, there's no risk of allergic reaction.
How PRP & PRF Works for Hair Loss
At Opal Clinic, a small blood draw is taken from your arm typically 10 to 20 mL and placed in a centrifuge. For PRP, the blood is spun to separate the plasma and concentrate the platelets to 5 to 7 times their normal concentration. PRF uses a slower spin without anticoagulants, producing a fibrin matrix that releases growth factors more slowly and over a longer period. The concentrated PRP or PRF is then injected into the thinning areas of the scalp at the follicle level, where the growth factors stimulate the follicles directly.
Understanding Hair Loss and Follicle Dormancy
Hair loss whether from androgenetic alopecia, stress, hormonal shifts, or post-partum changes often begins with follicles shifting from active growth to a prolonged resting phase. The follicles aren't gone; they're underperforming. Over time, without stimulation, they can atrophy. The window for treatment is important: the earlier you intervene, the more follicles remain viable and responsive.
PRP and PRF work best on follicles that are thinning or dormant but still present. The growth factors in PRP including PDGF, VEGF, and IGF directly stimulate follicle activity, improve scalp blood supply, and extend the active growth phase. PRF adds the benefit of a fibrin scaffold that prolongs factor release for a sustained effect.
Results develop gradually over 2 to 3 months as newly stimulated follicles re-enter the growth cycle. Hair appears thicker and denser, and shedding typically reduces within the first 4 to 6 weeks of treatment.
How Many Sessions Will It Take?
Most patients complete an initial course of 3 to 4 sessions spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart. Results develop progressively new hair growth from reactivated follicles becomes visible 2 to 3 months after starting treatment. Full results from the initial course are typically visible at the 4 to 6 month mark.
Monthly or quarterly maintenance sessions are recommended after the initial course to sustain results, as hair loss is an ongoing condition. Your Opal clinician will assess your response and recommend a maintenance schedule tailored to your pattern.
Benefits of PRP & PRF for Hair Loss
100% Natural Your Own Growth Factors
PRP and PRF are derived entirely from your own blood. There are no synthetic drugs, no foreign substances, and no risk of allergic reaction. The growth factors stimulating your follicles are biologically identical to those your scalp already produces just concentrated and delivered precisely where they're needed.
Reduces Shedding and Improves Density
Most patients notice a reduction in hair shedding within the first 4 to 6 weeks of treatment. Over the following months, hair density improves and new growth becomes visible in previously thinning areas. Hair that does grow tends to appear thicker and healthier per strand.
No Downtime
PRP and PRF hair treatments involve no surgery, no recovery period, and no time off work. The scalp may feel mildly tender and appear slightly red for 24 to 48 hours. Most patients return to their normal schedule the same day.
Who is a Good Candidate for PRP & PRF Hair Loss Treatment?
PRP and PRF work best for adults experiencing early-to-moderate hair thinning or loss where follicles are still present and viable but underperforming. Both men and women benefit, across a range of hair loss causes.
Visible hair thinning or reduced density
Receding hairline in early-to-moderate stages
Widening part or scalp showing through
Post-partum or stress-related hair shedding
Hair loss that hasn't responded to topical treatments
Looking for a natural, drug-free alternative
A consultation at Opal Clinic in Thornhill will assess your hair loss pattern, scalp condition, and history and determine whether PRP or PRF, or both combined with microneedling, is the right approach for your case.
What to Expect at Your Appointment
Before treatment, your practitioner will assess your hair loss pattern, scalp health, and medical history at a consultation. On treatment day, the process begins with a small blood draw from your arm, followed by centrifuge processing to prepare your PRP or PRF. A topical numbing cream is applied to the scalp during processing to maximize comfort.
On treatment day:
Blood draw from your arm (10–20 mL)
Centrifuge processing (10–15 min)
Topical numbing cream applied to scalp
PRP or PRF injected into thinning areas
Full session: 45 to 60 minutes
Mild scalp redness and tenderness for 24–48 hours is normal
During the Treatment
After processing, your practitioner uses a fine needle to place precise injections of PRP or PRF into the scalp at the follicle level across the thinning areas. The scalp is more sensitive than the face, but topical numbing makes the session manageable for most patients. The injection phase typically takes 15 to 20 minutes. Some patients experience mild pressure and brief pinching at each injection point.
After Your Treatment
The scalp will feel mildly tender and may appear red for 24 to 48 hours after treatment. For the first 24 hours:
Avoid washing the scalp
Don't touch or scratch the treated area
Avoid heavy exercise and sweating
Skip direct sun exposure on the scalp
No styling products or dry shampoo
Days 1–3: Scalp tenderness and redness resolve. Normal hair care resumes.
Weeks 4–6: Shedding typically reduces noticeably.
Months 2–4: New hair growth becomes visible. Density and coverage continue improving throughout the treatment course.
Frequently Asked Questions PRP & PRF Hair Loss Treatment
What is the difference between PRP and PRF for hair loss?
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) is processed at a higher centrifuge speed, producing a liquid concentrate with a high platelet count for immediate growth factor release. PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin) uses a slower spin without anticoagulants, producing a fibrin matrix that releases growth factors more slowly over a longer period. PRF is considered a second-generation treatment with a more sustained effect. Your Opal clinician will recommend the right approach based on your hair loss pattern.
How many sessions do I need for PRP or PRF hair loss treatment?
Is PRP or PRF for hair loss painful?
How long until I see results from PRP or PRF hair treatment?
Is PRP safe? Can I have an allergic reaction?
Can PRP or PRF regrow hair in completely bald areas?
Who can legally administer PRP or PRF in Thornhill, Ontario?
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