Growth Factors in Philadelphia, PA
Growth Factors are a fantastic treatment for patients who are frustrated with the loss of fullness and density in their hair but are not candidates for a full hair transplant surgery. For patients suffering androgenic alopecia Growth Factors are the first-line treatment to stop this process. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Lozada offers patients options at his practice in the Philadelphia area and New Jersey.
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Rediscover Youthful Radiance with Growth Factors Benefits
Growth Factors are the breakthrough that has redefined beauty’s relationship with age. Acting as natural signaling proteins, they stimulate cellular growth, healing, and rejuvenation. This magical blend of science and nature unveils a new horizon of youthfulness, radiance, and vitality, allowing you to embrace the best version of yourself.
What are Growth Factors?
Injections using a patient’s own growth factors may be used to promote hair growth in areas that are thinning or showing less hair density. Growth Factors is injected into the scalp stimulating the hair follicles to produce a more dense and more youthful appearance.
Why Consider Injections Using Growth Factors?
Growth Factors is a fantastic treatment for patients who are frustrating with the loss of fullness and density in their hair but are not candidates for a full hair transplant surgery. For patients suffering androgenic alopecia (male pattern baldness) and are starting to shed hair, Growth Factors are the first-line treatment to stop this process. Growth Factors treatments are typically a no downtown procedure that allows patients to gain some visible density in their hair without undergoing a bigger procedure. Growth Factor uses your own blood and concentrates the platelet portion which contains many growth factors and cytokines that can stimulate the activity of hair follicles to produce new growth.
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Why Should I Choose Dr. Kirk Lozada?
Dr. Lozada is a Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon and Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgeon. Dr. Lozada is committed to providing the highest quality aesthetic and reconstructive services for all his patients in the Philadelphia area and New Jersey.
At our office, a personalized treatment plan is essential, and we allow sufficient time during consultation to develop a unique understanding of each patient’s desires. Dr. Lozada completed his fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania and has trained with the top American Board Certified Plastic Surgeons in Philadelphia, New York, and New Jersey.
Dr. Kirk Lozada is currently a member of the American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery and has numerous publications and presentations in the field of facial plastic surgery.
Growth Factors FAQs
Growth factors are naturally occurring proteins that play a vital role in promoting hair growth and maintaining hair follicle health. These proteins are involved in various cellular processes, including stimulating the activity of hair follicle stem cells, promoting blood circulation to the scalp, and enhancing the overall environment for hair growth.
Growth Factor injections are done in the office and take approximately 30min-60 minutes to complete. First, blood is drawn from the patient and then processed into Growth Factor which concentrates the growth factors and signaling messengers in the sample. This is then injected within the hair follicles with small syringes and needles. Once the treatment is complete the patient is allowed to go home and encouraged to wash their hair that evening.
It is recommended to have 3-4 treatments for maximum benefit. Typically the treatments occur every 1-2 months and maximum results are judged 4 months. After the first set of treatments are completed, additional upkeep treatments every 6 months are recommended to maintain results.
No, it’s a myth. While growth factors in skincare can promote cell proliferation, they are not considered mutagenic and do not alter cells to make them cancerous. There is no substantial scientific evidence to support the claim that growth factors in skincare can cause cancer.
Several factors influence hair growth, and their interactions can determine the health and rate of hair growth. Some of the most important factors include: genetics, hormones, age, nuutrition, stress, medical conditions, medications, hair care practices, blood circulationand lifestyle factors.
If you live near Philadelphia, PA, Lozada Facial Plastic Surgery offers Growth Factors among its services and is conveniently located at 1608 Walnut Street 9th Floor Suite 902B, Philadelphia, PA 19103.
