Hair loss is a common concern affecting millions of people worldwide. In fact, it’s estimated that 50% of women will experience noticeable hair thinning and pattern loss by the age of 50, and 80% of men will experience male pattern baldness during their lifetime.
While hair loss is common, it can be distressing. Traditional treatments such as a hair transplant are often not accessible or suitable for everyone. Instead, many people are turning to effective non-surgical techniques.
In this blog, we’ll explore polynucleotide treatment for hair loss, outlining how it works, when it’s suitable, and what to expect from the treatment.
What are polynucleotides?
Polynucleotides are natural molecules made from nucleotides, which are the building blocks of DNA. These molecules play an essential role in cellular repair and regeneration, stimulating the body’s natural healing processes. When used in aesthetic medicine, polynucleotides help to improve skin elasticity, hydration, and cellular turnover, making them effective at supporting and improving overall skin health.
Traditionally used to improve sagging or ageing skin, polynucleotides are now also being used in hair restoration treatments.
Read in more depth about how polynucleotides work.
Polynucleotides for hair loss
Polynucleotide hair injections involve administering polynucleotide-rich solutions directly into the scalp.
Polynucleotides work by boosting the production of fibroblasts (cells that help in tissue repair) and increasing collagen, a key protein for skin and hair health. Promoting cellular repair and essential proteins helps to stimulate the regeneration of hair follicles, encouraging them to enter the growth phase of the hair cycle.
Polynucleotides also reduce inflammation and improve blood circulation, providing a nourishing environment for the scalp and enhancing it’s ability to support stronger and healthier hair growth.
Polynucleotide treatment process
The process begins with an initial consultation, during which your doctor will assess your scalp and hair loss condition. If you are deemed a suitable candidate for polynucleotides, the treatment plan will be customised to meet your needs.
During the procedure, polynucleotides are injected into areas of the scalp where there is thinning hair. The entire process typically takes about 30 to 45 minutes, depending on the size of the treatment area. Most patients report minimal discomfort during the procedure. .
After the treatment, there is little to no downtime. You may experience mild redness or swelling in the treated areas, but these side effects typically resolve within a day or two. Most patients can return to their regular activities immediately after the procedure.
Who can have polynucleotide treatment for hair loss?
There are many different types of hair loss with varying causes such as genetics, hormones, medications, illnesses, nutritional deficiencies, or hair care practices, to name a few.
Polynucleotide treatments may be helpful for various forms of hair loss. However, it’s essential to have a consultation with our highly skilled team to determine the potential cause of your hair loss and explore your various treatment options.
It should be noted that polynucleotide treatments will not work on bald patches or total baldness. There needs to be some existing hair remaining.
What other non-surgical treatments for hair loss exist?
Polynucleotide hair injections represent just one of several effective hair loss treatments.
PRP therapy for hair loss
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is a natural method of hair regeneration. It involves taking a sample of your own blood, which is then processed to concentrate the platelets – a type of blood cell that is rich in factors which support growth and healing. This platelet-rich plasma is then reintroduced to the scalp, helping to stimulate cell growth and eventually, hair regrowth.
Learn more about PRP therapy for hair loss.
Microneedling with Exosomes
This is an advanced regenerative treatment that is soon to be available at Health & Aesthetics. Microneedling is a common technique that involves creating micro-injuries in the skin to promote the healing and growth of skin cells. Exosomes are vesicles (part of a cell) that contain growth and signalling factors. This means they play a key role in cell-to-cell messaging and cell regrowth. Microneedling combined with a topical exosome treatment is an innovative treatment that works to stimulate the growth of hair follicles on the scalp, encouraging hair regrowth and the production of thicker, healthier hair.
Choosing the best hair loss treatment
A full medical consultation with a doctor is needed to understand your hair loss concerns, goals, and treatment options. Our highly skilled team of doctors and aestheticians can help you explore polynucleotide treatment for hair loss, as well as several other treatments which might suit your condition and preferences.
We encourage all patients to take their time and ask questions before making a choice of treatment.
Hair loss treatments at Health & Aesthetics
Polynucleotide hair injections are a promising treatment that can stimulate hair follicles, improve scalp health, and promote natural hair growth – all without the need for invasive surgery.
Whether you’re dealing with mild hair thinning or more advanced hair loss, polynucleotides could be the solution you’ve been looking for. Whether you want to learn more about polynucleotides for hair growth, or explore a range of other hair loss treatments, we’re here to help.
Book a consultation at our clinic and start your journey to fuller, healthier hair today.