PRP Hair Therapy in Fresno
PRP Hair Treatment Fresno
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) uses your body's own growth factors to wake dormant follicles, slow shedding, and improve hair density — with no downtime.
Your hair restoration physician
Dr. Oscar F. Hernandez Sandoval, MD
Every consultation, hairline design, extraction, and graft placement at Inside Out Medical Center is performed personally by Dr. Hernandez — never delegated to a technician. His dual training in family medicine and FUE hair restoration shapes a careful, evidence-based approach to long-term results.
- Board-certified physician
- FUE hair restoration training
- Independent Fresno practice owner
- English & Spanish
Your body's biology, working for your hair.
PRP is a simple in-office procedure performed by Dr. Hernandez. A small sample of your blood is drawn and spun in a medical centrifuge to concentrate the platelets and growth factors. After topical numbing, the PRP is precisely injected into the scalp where hair is thinning.
The growth factors signal dormant follicles to re-enter their growth phase, improve scalp circulation, and support thicker, healthier hair shafts. Because PRP is autologous — made from your own blood — there's no risk of allergy or rejection.
Best results come from a series of treatments spaced over several months, often combined with prescription therapy or used to support healing after an FUE transplant.
- Excellent for early-to-moderate thinning
- Effective complement to FUE transplant healing
- Suitable for both men and women
- Minimal downtime — return to normal activity the same day
- No allergens, implants, or foreign substances
Why patients choose Inside Out.
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Natural & autologous
Uses your own platelets — no synthetic compounds, implants, or foreign substances.
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Quick & comfortable
Most appointments take under an hour, with topical numbing applied beforehand.
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Visible improvement
Reduced shedding within weeks; improved density typically visible at 3–6 months.
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Pairs with FUE
Often used to support transplant healing and amplify long-term density.
Candidacy
Is this the right treatment for you?
A consultation is the only way to know for sure — but here's how we generally evaluate candidacy.
Often a good candidate
- Early-to-moderate androgenetic (pattern) thinning
- Diffuse thinning, widening part, or noticeable shedding
- Post-transplant patients wanting to support healing and density
- Patients who prefer non-surgical, drug-free options
- Healthy adults with no bleeding disorders
May not be ideal
- Long-standing complete baldness (no follicles to stimulate — FUE is the better path)
- Active scalp infections or untreated alopecia areata
- Bleeding disorders or anticoagulant therapy that cannot be safely paused
- Patients seeking a single-session 'fix' — PRP requires a series
How it works
A clear, supported process.
Step 1
Draw & process
A small blood sample is drawn from your arm and spun in a medical centrifuge to isolate concentrated platelets.
Step 2
Numb & inject
After topical numbing, the PRP is precisely injected across the treatment area in a controlled grid pattern.
Step 3
Series & maintain
A typical course is 3 sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart, with maintenance every 6–12 months to sustain results.
Recovery
What recovery actually looks like.
Same day
Resume activity
Mild redness and tenderness for a few hours. You can drive yourself home and return to most activities.
24–48 hrs
Avoid heat & exertion
Skip intense workouts, saunas, and alcohol for 24–48 hours to give the platelets the best environment to work.
Week 2–4
Reduced shedding
Many patients notice less hair in the brush or shower as the follicles begin responding.
Month 3–6
Density gains
Improved scalp coverage and hair shaft thickness become visible, especially with the full series completed.
Honest expectations
What PRP can — and can't — do.
PRP works with active follicular biology. The earlier you start, the more there is to work with.
It can reduce shedding, thicken existing hairs, and reawaken miniaturized follicles. It pairs especially well with prescription therapy and after FUE transplant procedures.
It can't regrow hair where follicles are no longer present. PRP is a maintenance and stimulation therapy — not a replacement for surgical restoration in advanced loss.
Results require a series. Patients who complete the full initial course and stay on maintenance see the strongest, most lasting outcomes.
Risks & limitations
An honest look at the limitations.
All medical procedures carry some risk. We discuss every relevant consideration before you commit — never after.
Mild scalp tenderness
Brief tenderness, redness, or mild swelling for a few hours after injection — resolves quickly.
Bruising at draw site
A small bruise where blood was drawn is occasionally possible.
Headache
Some patients report a mild, transient headache the day of treatment.
Infection (very rare)
Performed under sterile technique; risk is minimal.
Variable response
Not every patient responds equally. We track results objectively and adjust the plan if needed.
FAQs
Common questions.
Don't see your question? Call us at 559-940-6990 or book a consultation — every patient gets honest, direct answers.
Is PRP painful?+
Discomfort is minimal. Topical numbing is applied before the procedure, and most patients describe the injections as a brief pinch or pressure rather than pain.
How many sessions do I need?+
Most patients start with 3 initial sessions spaced 4–6 weeks apart, then move to maintenance every 6–12 months to sustain results.
Can PRP be combined with a hair transplant?+
Yes — PRP is often used to support healing in the recipient area after FUE and to protect non-transplanted areas long-term.
How soon will I see results?+
Reduced shedding can appear within weeks. Visible density improvement typically takes 3–6 months and continues with the full series.
Are there any side effects?+
Mild scalp tenderness, redness, and occasional brief headache are the most common side effects, all resolving within a day. Because PRP is your own blood, allergic reactions are not a concern.
How does PRP differ from medication like finasteride or minoxidil?+
PRP stimulates follicles biologically using your own growth factors. Medications work through different mechanisms (hormonal or vascular). They're often complementary, and many patients combine them.
How much does PRP cost in Fresno?+
Pricing is per session, with package discounts for the initial series. We provide written pricing at consultation; CareCredit financing is available.
Take the first step toward your results.
Book a consultation with Dr. Hernandez. A $200 consultation deposit secures your appointment and is fully credited toward your treatment if you move forward.