A hair transplant moves healthy follicles from the back and sides of the scalp to areas where hair has thinned. It doesn't stop pattern hair loss from progressing, which is why many patients and surgeons consider other treatments alongside surgery. Here's what the evidence says about the most common ones.
PRP uses a concentrate of platelets from your own blood, injected into the scalp. Platelets release growth factors that are thought to support follicle activity and healing. A 2023 study in the European Journal of Dermatology compared hair transplantation with and without PRP injections in patients with androgenetic alopecia, and reported better outcomes in the group that also had PRP.
At My Hair UK, PRP is an optional extra on the day of surgery, at £295 for a single session or £695 for three sessions six weeks apart. It isn't required for a good result.
LLLT uses red light, from devices such as caps or combs, to stimulate hair follicles. A review in the Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery looks at the role of LLLT in androgenetic alopecia and discusses its use alongside minoxidil and finasteride. The evidence is still developing, and it hasn't been shown to improve the survival of transplanted grafts.
Medical treatment remains the foundation for protecting the hair you already have. A literature review in Cureus compared the main treatments for androgenic alopecia tested in clinical trials, including minoxidil and finasteride. Using them alongside a transplant can help slow further thinning around the transplanted area. Whether they suit you is a decision to make with a doctor.
Hair transplant prices at My Hair UK are fixed by graft number, from £2,499 for up to 500 grafts to £4,899 for up to 3,500 grafts. Each price includes a free consultation with a named GMC-registered surgeon, the procedure, free post-transplant medication and aftercare, with surgeon follow-ups at 6 and 12 months. A 50% booking fee secures the date, and the balance is paid on the day.
A transplant restores hair where it's been lost, while other treatments help protect the hair you still have. The right combination depends on how far your hair loss has progressed, your hair type and your general health, so it's best worked out with your surgeon at your consultation. On the review site reviews.io, My Hair UK's average patient score is 4.95 out of 5.
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