PRP Therapy

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy at Bay Area Cosmetic Dermatology harnesses the body's own regenerative biology to stimulate tissue repair and growth. The procedure begins with a small blood draw processed in an on-site centrifuge to separate and concentrate the platelet fraction. The resulting PRP — enriched with growth factors including PDGF, VEGF, TGF-β, and IGF-1 — is then applied or injected directly into the target area.

The primary clinical application at the practice is for androgenetic alopecia and other forms of hair thinning. Injected into the scalp at the level of the hair follicles, PRP growth factors signal dormant follicles to re-enter active growth phases, improve follicular blood supply, and extend the anagen (growth) phase of the hair cycle. Patients typically undergo an initial series of three to four monthly sessions followed by maintenance treatments every…

PRP is also offered as an adjunct to microneedling procedures, where it is applied topically to the skin immediately after needling. The micro-channels created during the procedure serve as conduits for direct growth factor delivery into the dermis, enhancing collagen synthesis, reducing post-procedure redness, and accelerating wound healing. This combination is popular among Bay Area patients seeking to optimize outcomes from skin rejuvenation treatments.