PRP — hair restoration
PRP for Hair Restoration in St. Louis
PRP for hair restoration uses a concentrated form of your own blood's platelets to deliver growth-factor signals to the scalp, with the goal of supporting hair follicle function in the early-to-moderate stages of hair thinning. At Simply Health Integrated Medical in St. Louis, hair restoration PRP is evaluated as part of a broader hair health conversation that may also involve hormone, nutrition, and stress factors driving hair loss.
What to expect
Simply Health Integrated Medical helps patients understand symptoms, goals, and options before recommending a care path.
The next step is a consultation request or direct call so the team can determine whether the clinic is a good fit for your needs.
Why patients ask about PRP for hair
Patients usually come in after noticing real thinning — hair appearing thinner at the part, more shedding in the shower, family members commenting, or a visible scalp where there used to be density. The first-line options (minoxidil, finasteride for men, sometimes spironolactone for women) have either not worked, caused side effects, or felt like a forever commitment without a long-term plan. PRP is often the next step patients consider.
What PRP does for hair
A small blood sample is drawn, processed in a centrifuge to concentrate the platelet-rich plasma, and that plasma is injected into the scalp in a pattern targeting the thinning areas. The growth factors carried by platelets are thought to support hair follicle function — particularly follicles that are present but underperforming. PRP is most effective when there are still active follicles to work with; it does not regrow hair in areas where follicles have been gone for years.
PRP for men
For men with early-to-moderate male pattern hair loss — typically frontal and crown thinning, not yet advanced — PRP can be a reasonable option to evaluate alongside or in place of finasteride or minoxidil. The candidacy review considers the pattern, the duration of loss, family history, and whether other contributors (thyroid, iron, stress) are involved.
PRP for women
For women with female pattern hair thinning, PRP candidacy review pays particular attention to hormone context — thyroid function, iron status, perimenopause and menopause stage, and androgens. Hair thinning in women often has multiple contributors, and PRP works best as part of a broader plan that addresses what is upstream of the thinning, not just the scalp itself.
What the visit looks like
The first visit is an evaluation. The team reviews the pattern, duration, prior treatments, hormone and nutritional context, medications, and goals. If PRP is appropriate, the procedure involves a blood draw, centrifuge preparation, and a series of small scalp injections in the targeted area. Most patients describe the procedure as well-tolerated.
Realistic expectations and timeline
A series of 3 to 4 PRP treatments spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart is common, often followed by maintenance treatments every 4 to 6 months. Patients typically see early changes (less shedding, slightly improved density) within 3 to 4 months, with more visible change at 6 to 12 months. PRP supports follicle function — it does not create new follicles where they no longer exist.
Request a hair restoration PRP consultation
If you are dealing with hair thinning — early-to-moderate pattern, not advanced baldness — and you want a structured evaluation that considers the scalp, the hormones, and the bigger picture, request a hair restoration consultation. The next step is determining whether PRP fits and what a realistic plan looks like.
Frequently asked
Common questions
▸Where can I get PRP for hair restoration in St. Louis?
Simply Health Integrated Medical at 12977 N Forty Dr, Suite 105, St. Louis, MO 63141 offers PRP for hair restoration as part of a broader hair-health evaluation. By appointment 24/7. Call (636) 590-4686.
▸Does PRP actually work for hair loss?
For early-to-moderate hair thinning where active follicles are still present, PRP can support follicle function and density. Multiple studies support PRP as a reasonable option for male and female pattern hair loss. PRP does not regrow hair in areas where follicles have been gone for years, and the candidacy evaluation is honest about that distinction.
▸How many PRP sessions do I need for hair?
A series of 3 to 4 treatments spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart is common, often followed by maintenance treatments every 4 to 6 months. The specific schedule depends on the pattern, the response, and the broader plan.
▸Is PRP for hair better than minoxidil or finasteride?
Different mechanisms — PRP, minoxidil, and finasteride work differently. They are often used together rather than as either/or. The right combination depends on the patient's pattern, hormone context, response to prior treatments, and goals.
▸Does PRP for hair hurt?
Most patients describe the scalp injections as well-tolerated, similar to other in-office injection procedures. Topical numbing can be used to reduce discomfort further.
▸How long does hair PRP last?
Initial improvements typically last 4 to 6 months before maintenance treatments are considered. Stopping treatment entirely often leads to gradual return to baseline thinning, which is part of why a long-term plan is discussed during the evaluation.
▸Can women get PRP for hair restoration?
Yes. Female pattern hair thinning is a common PRP application. For women, the evaluation pays particular attention to hormone context (thyroid, iron, perimenopause/menopause, androgens) because female hair loss often has multiple contributors.
▸Is PRP for hair covered by insurance?
PRP for hair restoration is typically not covered by insurance. Cost is reviewed during the evaluation.
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