I Want to Know More About Nano Fat & SVF for Hair Loss

Shedding 50-100 strands of hair each day is a part of the natural hair growth cycle that comprises the growth, rest and fall phases. In this process, the old hair is replaced by new ones. Hair loss, on the other hand, is different from hair shedding. In hair loss, more than the normal number of hair strands fall out every day and can be observed on the floor, pillow, towel and hairbrush. Persistent hair loss leads to conditions like baldness, and thus it is very important to treat it on time. Hair loss may arise due to both external and internal factors, and treating it on time can reverse the hair loss; however, in some cases, it can only be slowed down. 

Nano fat for hair loss is a procedure of extraction of stem cells from the fat of the body, especially the abdominal area. These stem cells have regenerative properties that can help restore hair growth or thicken the hair. In Nano fat grafting, the ADSCs or adipose-derived stem cells clubbed in fat are extracted by processing 20-40 ml of fat. For better results, PRP or Platelet-rich plasma therapy is combined with Nano fat grafting procedure. PRP involves the extraction of platelet-rich plasma from the blood by a centrifugation method which is thereafter injected into the scalp to boost hair growth. Nano fat for hair loss also involves injecting these processed stem cells into the scalp for outstanding results. 

SVF, or Stromal Vascular Fraction, is a specimen obtained from our body’s fat molecules. The specimen is rich in stem cells with incredible regenerative and transforming capabilities. Upon extraction, the hair doctor refines fat molecules to collect the stem cells, which are then injected into the scalp. Anaesthetic drugs are applied before injecting with the filtered specimen to reduce the pain involved in the procedure. The appearance of the hair completely changes after a few treatments, and they look healthy and strong. New hair on the scalp can also be seen to grow in people suffering from alopecia. 

Nano fat and SVF treatment have a lot of benefits; these methods can help treat several skin problems like scar reduction and healing of wounds. For hair loss, it has the benefits, including:

• They are safe as the stem cells are extracted from the fat than bone marrow 
• Restore hair and give long-lasting results 
• Promote robust hair growth; hair becomes longer, stronger and healthier 
• Stem cells are regenerative and can easily transform themselves, promoting the regeneration of  hair follicles 
• Both men and women can undergo this treatment; however, they must not be consuming blood thinners 
• The side effects of these injections are minimum; render, swelling and sensitivity that goes away within a couple of days 
• The recovery period after the injection period is two days 
• Results can be observed after a few treatments, which continue for months or years depending on the superficiality of the hair loss of the patient 

Side effects of SVF hair treatment and nano-fat injection include- 

• Slight pain 

Pain on the site of injection post-procedure is common; you may also observe bleeding. 

• Infection 

The site is prone to get infected, so adequate measures for its prevention as suggested by your trichologist.