PRP for Hair Loss in Gambrills, MD

At Skin Oasis Dermatology in Gambrills, MD, we offer Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy for hair loss—a safe, non-surgical treatment that uses your body’s own natural healing properties to stimulate hair growth. Under the direction of board-certified dermatologist Dr. Katina Miles, PRP for hair loss is designed to help men and women experiencing early to moderate hair thinning achieve thicker, healthier hair without surgery, medications, or downtime.

PRP therapy harnesses the growth factors and proteins found in your blood to stimulate dormant hair follicles, improve scalp circulation, and encourage new growth. It’s a scientifically backed, well-tolerated option that supports stronger, fuller hair—naturally. Patients throughout Gambrills, Bowie, Odenton, Crofton, and Annapolis trust Skin Oasis Dermatology for effective, evidence-based solutions to restore confidence and vitality through healthy hair.

What Is PRP for Hair Loss?

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is a minimally invasive treatment that uses the healing components of your own blood to stimulate hair follicles, encourage regrowth, and improve hair density over time. During treatment, your blood is drawn and spun in a centrifuge to isolate the platelet-rich plasma—a concentrated solution of platelets, growth factors, and proteins. This regenerative fluid is then injected directly into thinning or shedding areas of your scalp, where it helps nourish hair follicles, promote circulation, and re-activate the hair growth cycle.

PRP is commonly used to treat androgenetic alopecia, also known as male or female pattern hair loss. This hereditary condition affects up to 80% of men and 50% of women by the age of 50, often presenting as receding temples, thinning at the crown, or a widening part. Because PRP is derived from your own body, the treatment is drug-free, surgery-free, and very low risk—making it an excellent option for patients seeking a natural solution to hair thinning or shedding.

How PRP Hair Restoration Works

Stimulate Growth from Within—In Three Simple Steps

PRP therapy for hair loss is based on a simple principle: using your body’s own regenerative abilities to repair and reactivate dormant hair follicles. The entire process is performed in-office and takes about 60 minutes.

Step 1: Blood Draw

Blood is drawn from your arm—just like a standard lab test.

Step 2: Centrifugation

Your blood is spun in a specialized centrifuge, which separates the platelet-rich plasma from the red blood cells and other components. The result is a highly concentrated serum rich in growth factors and healing proteins.

Step 3: Scalp Injection

Dr. Katina Miles carefully injects the PRP into areas of the scalp experiencing thinning or shedding. These targeted injections help revive weakened hair follicles, improve circulation, and signal the follicles to re-enter the growth phase.

Over time, PRP can help strengthen existing hair, reduce shedding, and stimulate the growth of thicker, healthier strands. Because PRP is autologous (from your own blood), there is no risk of allergy, rejection, or disease transmission.

Who Is a Good Candidate for PRP Hair Restoration?

Dr. Katina Miles will carefully evaluate your scalp and hair loss pattern to determine if PRP hair restoration is the right approach for you. With her specialized expertise in treating various forms of hair loss, including scarring alopecias, Dr. Miles takes a thoughtful, individualized approach to every case. She frequently treats patients diagnosed with Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (CCCA) and understands the importance of early, cautious intervention. PRP therapy may also be an excellent option for those experiencing hair shedding related to stress, hormonal changes, or the post-partum period.

You may be a good candidate if you:

• Have thinning at the crown, temples, or part line

• Are beginning to notice excessive shedding or reduced volume

• Have a family history of pattern baldness

• Want a natural, drug-free treatment option

• Are not ready for hair transplant surgery

• Are seeking to enhance results from other treatments (e.g., minoxidil or microneedling)

PRP works by reviving weak or dormant follicles, so it’s most effective before hair loss becomes advanced. It cannot regrow hair in completely bald areas or reverse scarring hair loss.

Who should not receive PRP Treatment?

PRP is not recommended for patients who:

• Are pregnant or breastfeeding

• Have bleeding disorders, platelet dysfunction, or low platelet counts

• Are taking immunosuppressive or corticosteroid medications

• Have active scalp infections

During your consultation, Dr. Katina Miles will examine your scalp, review your health history, and determine if PRP is the right fit for your hair restoration goals.

How to Prepare for PRP Hair Restoration

Preparing properly for your PRP hair restoration treatment helps ensure that your platelet-rich plasma performs at its highest level of effectiveness. Dr. Katina Miles provides each patient with detailed pre-treatment instructions to promote comfort, safety, and optimal results.

Before Your PRP for Hairloss Treatment:

In the weeks leading up to your treatment, Dr. Miles recommends a few simple adjustments to support your body’s natural healing response and platelet function:

• Stay well hydrated for several days before your appointment

• Eat a full meal prior to your treatment (do not come fasting)

• Avoid caffeine the morning of your appointment, as it can increase sensitivity

• Discontinue the following medications and supplements for 3 weeks before and during treatment:

  • Aspirin

  • NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen, naproxen, Advil, Motrin, Aleve)

  • High doses of turmeric or vitamin E

  • St. John’s Wort

  • Ginkgo biloba

These products can thin the blood or interfere with platelet function, which may lessen your PRP results. If you are unsure about a specific supplement or medication, our team will review it with you prior to your session.

The Day of Treatment

• Arrive well hydrated and having eaten a balanced meal

• Come with clean, dry hair (no styling products or sprays)

• Dress comfortably, as you’ll be in the treatment chair for about an hour

Taking these simple steps will help ensure your PRP treatment is both effective and comfortable—and that your body’s own regenerative process can work at its best.

What to Expect During PRP Treatment

PRP hair restoration is performed right here in our Gambrills office and typically takes 60 minutes from start to finish. Most patients find the procedure easy to tolerate and appreciate the fact that no sedation or surgery is required.

Here’s what your treatment visit looks like:

• A blood sample is drawn from your arm

• The sample is placed in a centrifuge to isolate the platelet-rich plasma

• Using a fine needle, Dr. Katina Miles carefully injects the PRP into targeted areas of the scalp where hair is thinning

• You’re free to return to your normal routine immediately after treatment

Some patients may experience a mild tingling, fullness, or soreness in the scalp for 24–48 hours after injections, but this typically resolves on its own. There’s no downtime, no incisions, and no scarring—just a series of simple treatments that stimulate your hair’s natural growth cycle.

What to Expect After PRP for Hair Loss

One of the advantages of PRP for hair loss is that it requires little to no downtime. Most patients return to work and normal activities immediately following treatment.

What You May Experience After Treatment

Following your PRP session, you may notice mild and temporary effects as your scalp responds to treatment. These typically resolve within 24 to 48 hours and may include:

• Mild soreness or tenderness at the injection sites

• A sense of tightness, fullness, or swelling in the scalp

• Occasional headache or pressure sensation

These side effects are generally short-lived and well tolerated.

How to Support Healing and Results

To help your scalp recover and maximize your results, Dr. Miles recommends the following post-treatment guidelines:

• You may wash your hair and resume your normal routine the same day

• Wait 3 days before coloring or cutting your hair

• Avoid NSAIDs (such as ibuprofen, aspirin, naproxen), high-dose turmeric, and vitamin E after treatment, as they can interfere with the natural inflammatory response that PRP depends on

• Refrain from smoking, which can impair circulation and hinder follicle response

As always, if you have questions or concerns following your treatment, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.

When Will I See Results?

You may start to notice reduced shedding within 4–6 weeks, with visible regrowth and thickening typically beginning around 3 to 6 months. Full results may take up to 6 months to develop and will continue to improve with consistency and proper maintenance.

How Many PRP Treatments Will I Need?

Because hair grows in cycles, PRP hair restoration works best when performed as a series of treatments. At Skin Oasis Dermatology, we typically recommend the following protocol:

• Initial series:

  3 to 4 treatments spaced 4–6 weeks apart

• Maintenance:

  1 treatment every 6 to 12 months, depending on your hair loss pattern and response

PRP works by gradually strengthening weakened follicles and stimulating regrowth, so it’s important to stay consistent with your treatment plan. Patients often begin to see noticeable improvements in thickness, density, and reduced shedding after the second or third session, with full results visible by month 6. Dr. Katina Miles will evaluate your scalp and hair growth throughout the process to ensure your regimen is working—and make adjustments if needed to help you achieve the best possible outcome.

Can Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Be Combined with Other Hair Loss Treatments?

For many patients, the most effective hair restoration plans include a combination of treatments. PRP can be safely and strategically paired with other therapies to enhance your results and address multiple causes of hair loss.

Common combination therapies include:

• Topical treatments:

  Minoxidil (Rogaine®) and/or customized topical  compounds to boost follicle activity between sessions

• Prescription medications:

  Such as oral minoxidil, finasteride (Propecia)

• Hair supplements:

  Like Xtressé™ or Nutrafol® to support healthy hair from within

During your consultation, Dr. Katina Miles will evaluate your hair loss pattern, review your health history, and design a comprehensive plan tailored to your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions About PRP for Hair Loss

Does PRP really work for hair regrowth?

Yes. Multiple clinical studies have shown that PRP can significantly improve hair density, reduce shedding, and reactivate dormant follicles—especially in cases of early to moderate androgenetic alopecia (pattern hair loss).

Is PRP for hair loss safe?

PRP is extremely safe because it’s derived from your own blood. There’s virtually no risk of allergic reaction, rejection, or disease transmission. It’s a drug-free, biocompatible treatment with minimal side effects.

Does PRP for hair loss hurt?

Most patients tolerate PRP injections very well. You may feel some pressure, tingling, or pinching in the scalp during treatment. We offer comfort measures like laughing gas or Zimmer cool air to minimize discomfort.

When will I see results from PRP hair restoration treatment?

Patients typically notice reduced shedding within the first 1–2 months. Visible thickening and regrowth often appear between 3 and 6 months, with continued improvement over time.

How long do PRP results last?

With proper maintenance (1 treatment every 6–12 months), results can be long-lasting. PRP helps preserve hair that’s still alive but struggling, so consistency is key.

Can PRP scalp treatments help with post-partum or COVID-related shedding?

Yes. PRP can be very effective for treating temporary hair loss caused by hormonal shifts or stress-related telogen effluvium. Dr. Miles will evaluate your scalp and guide you toward the right timing for treatment.

Is there any downtime with PRP for Hair Loss?

There’s no true downtime, though your scalp may feel sore or tight for 1–2 days. You’ll be asked to avoid washing your hair or applying products for 24 hours.

Can PRP regrow hair in bald areas?

PRP is not effective in areas where hair follicles have been inactive for many years or where advanced scarring is present. It works best on thinning areas with active (but weakened) follicles.

Schedule Your PRP Consultation in Gambrills, MD

If you’re starting to notice thinning hair, widening parts, or excessive shedding, now is the time to act. PRP hair restoration at Skin Oasis Dermatology offers a safe, natural, and effective way to slow hair loss and stimulate healthier, fuller growth—without surgery or medication. During your consultation, Dr. Katina Miles will assess your hair and scalp, review your medical history, and develop a treatment plan personalized to your goals. Whether you're seeking a stand-alone solution or looking to enhance results from other therapies, we’re here to help.

Located in Gambrills, MD, we welcome patients from Bowie, Odenton, Crofton, Annapolis, and throughout Anne Arundel County. Call us at 410-451-0500 or request your appointment online to schedule your PRP consultation today—and take the first step toward restoring your confidence.