Scalp mesotherapy – support for the hair, Wrocław

Scalp mesotherapy consists in administering nutrient preparations directly into the dermis of the scalp, to a depth of a few millimetres. The aim of the procedure is to improve the blood supply to the area of the hair follicles and to deliver the components used in the process of hair growth: vitamins, amino acids and peptides.

The procedure is a supplement to treatment, not its basis. Hair loss is a symptom, not a diagnosis. The effectiveness of mesotherapy depends above all on whether the cause of the loss has been established and whether causal treatment is being conducted in parallel. For that reason we precede the procedure with a consultation and diagnosis.

We hold consultations and perform procedures in Wrocław at ul. Barlickiego 31/1U. Reception: 573 290 488.

Diagnosis before the procedure

During the consultation we take a history covering the duration and pace of the hair loss, past diseases, medicines taken, the course of pregnancy and the puerperium, the diet and the family history. We then examine the scalp and perform trichoscopy, that is an assessment under magnification, which makes it possible to distinguish the individual forms of alopecia.

Depending on the clinical picture we order laboratory tests. Most often these are a blood count, the ferritin level, thyroid-stimulating hormone, the vitamin D level and — in women with signs of an excess of androgens — hormonal determinations. Iron deficiency and disorders of thyroid function are among the most frequent reversible causes of hair loss, and correcting them is sometimes more effective than any procedure.

Forms of alopecia and the expected response to the procedure

Form of alopecia	Characteristics	The role of mesotherapy
Telogen effluvium	Intense hair loss beginning 2–4 months after a triggering factor: childbirth, a febrile illness, an operation, a rapid reduction of body weight.	A supplementary measure, shortening the duration of the symptoms. The basis is removing the cause.
Androgenetic alopecia	Gradual thinning in the area of the crown and the frontal angles, a progressive course, a family history.	A supplementary measure. The basis is pharmacological treatment conducted long-term.
Alopecia due to deficiencies	It coexists with a deficiency of iron, zinc or vitamin D.	The procedure supports recovery once the deficiency has been corrected.
Alopecia areata	Patches of complete hair loss with a smooth surface, an autoimmune course.	It is not a method of treatment. It requires separate management established by a doctor.
Scarring alopecia	Loss of the openings of the hair follicles, irreversible changes.	It is not indicated. The aim of treatment is to halt the inflammatory process.

Distinguishing the forms of alopecia matters in practice: in scarring alopecia the hair follicles are permanently destroyed and no procedure will restore hair in those places. Early diagnosis makes it possible to halt the process before it covers further areas.

The course of the procedure

Preparation – we perform the procedure on washed, dry skin, without styling products. Anaesthesia is usually not necessary.
Administration of the preparation – injections about every 1 cm over the whole surface of the thinning area, to a depth of 2–4 mm. The procedure lasts 15–25 minutes.
Directly after the procedure – small papules and redness are visible, resolving within a few hours.
Return to activities – possible the same day; the hair can be washed after 24 hours.

The series of procedures and assessment of the effect

The standard scheme covers 4–6 procedures performed every 1–2 weeks, followed by maintenance procedures every 4–8 weeks. We establish the number and frequency individually, depending on the diagnosis and the response to treatment.

Assessing the effect requires patience because of the life cycle of the hair. The first changes are observed no earlier than after 6–8 weeks, because that is how long it takes for the follicle to pass into the growth phase and for a new hair to emerge above the surface of the skin. We carry out a proper assessment after 3–6 months, comparing the trichoscopic images taken before and after treatment.

The first measurable effect is usually a reduction in the number of hairs shed over 24 hours, and only then an increase in density. Regrowth of hair in places entirely without follicles is not possible.

Mesotherapy and platelet-rich plasma

Feature	Mesotherapy	Platelet-rich plasma
Material administered	A preparation composed of vitamins, amino acids and peptides	Plasma obtained from the patient’s blood, concentrated in platelets
Preparation	Without taking blood	Taking blood and centrifuging it directly before the procedure
A typical series	4–6 procedures every 1–2 weeks	3 procedures every 4 weeks
Sensations during the procedure	Pricking of low intensity	Similar sensations, with the addition of taking blood
Application	Nutritional support for the hair follicles	Stimulation of regeneration with growth factors

The two methods are sometimes used alternately within one treatment plan. The choice depends on the diagnosis, the patient’s expectations and the coexisting diseases.

Recommendations after the procedure

refraining from washing the hair for 24 hours,
no sauna, swimming pool or intensive physical exertion for 48 hours,
no hairdressing procedures using oxidising preparations for 7 days,
avoiding headwear that presses on the skin directly after the procedure,
sun protection of the thinning areas.

Contraindications

pregnancy and breastfeeding,
an active infection or inflammation of the scalp,
scarring alopecia during an active inflammatory process,
coagulation disorders and anticoagulant treatment,
an active neoplastic disease,
hypersensitivity to the components of the preparation.

Prices

Medical consultation with trichoscopy: 280–350 PLN
Needle mesotherapy: from 600 PLN per procedure
Platelet-rich plasma: 900 PLN

We confirm the price of the procedure for the scalp at the time of booking, because it depends on the size of the area treated and the preparation used. The full list is available on the page HappyDERM price list.

Frequently asked questions

Will mesotherapy stop hair loss?

The procedure supports the rebuilding of the hair, but it does not remove the cause of the loss. If the background is iron deficiency, a thyroid disease or androgenetic alopecia, causal treatment in parallel is necessary. Mesotherapy alone gives a transient effect in such situations.

Is the procedure painful?

The sensation is one of brief pricking. The scalp is well innervated, so sensitivity is sometimes greater than in other areas; the procedure is nevertheless well tolerated and does not require anaesthesia in most patients.

After how long is the effect visible?

No earlier than after 6–8 weeks, which follows from the life cycle of the hair. We carry out a proper assessment after 3–6 months, comparing the trichoscopic images.

How many procedures are needed?

Usually 4–6 procedures every 1–2 weeks, then maintenance procedures. We establish the scheme individually after the trichoscopic assessment.

Will mesotherapy help with a receding hairline?

In androgenetic alopecia the procedure is a supplement to pharmacological treatment. In areas where the hair follicles have already disappeared, regrowth is not possible, so beginning treatment early matters.

Can the procedure be performed in pregnancy?

No. Pregnancy and breastfeeding are a contraindication. Hair loss after childbirth is most often telogen in character and resolves spontaneously within 6–12 months.

Does the hair have to be shaved before the procedure?

No. The procedure is performed without shortening the hair, on skin that is washed and dried, without styling products.

Booking a visit

An appointment for a consultation can be booked by telephone on 573 290 488.

Telephone booking: 573 290 488. The contact details of all the clinics are available on the page contact.