Differences between plasma injection and hair transplant procedures

Plasma injection and hair transplant procedures are two widely used approaches for addressing hair loss, but they differ significantly in terms of method, purpose, and results. Understanding these differences helps individuals choose the option that best suits their hair concerns and expectations. Plasma injection is a non-surgical treatment that uses the patient’s own blood to support hair health. After drawing a small amount of blood, platelet-rich plasma is separated and injected into areas of the scalp affected by thinning. The main goal of this treatment is to strengthen existing hair follicles, improve hair thickness, and slow down further hair loss. It works by stimulating blood circulation, reducing inflammation, and encouraging follicles to function more efficiently. Plasma injection does not create new hair follicles and is most effective for early to moderate hair thinning where follicles are still present but weakened. In contrast, a hair transplant is a surgical procedure designed to restore hair in areas with significant or permanent hair loss. During this procedure, healthy hair follicles are extracted from a donor area, usually the back or sides of the scalp, and transplanted into bald or thinning areas. Hair transplant surgery physically relocates follicles, making it possible to restore hair even in areas where follicles are no longer active. This makes it a more suitable option for advanced hair loss or visible bald patches.