How many GFC sessions are required for Hair Loss?

How many GFC sessions are required for Hair Loss?

Date 16 Mar 2024  

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Introduction

GFC is an abbreviation of Growth Factor Concentrate. It is a pure, highly safe preparation of natural growth factors that are derived from the patient’s blood growth factors.

GFC hair treatment is an innovative, non-surgical hair regrowth and anti-hair fall solution that is becoming increasingly popular in Hyderabad. GFC treatment at Eternelle Aesthetics is used by our hair fall specialists to improve hair density, reduce thinning, and promote scalp health.

GFC for hair is ideal for both men and women in the early to moderate stages of hair loss. It is considered a scientifically proven solution with minimal side effects.

It has shown successful outcomes in 90% of female pattern hair loss cases, improving hair thickness and density while reducing hair fall.

What growth factors does GFC contain?

GFC includes a variety of bioactive growth factors that help stimulate and rejuvenate hair follicles:

  • PDGF (P-Derived Growth Factor): It stimulates new blood vessel formation and vascularization while even boosting hair growth. In addition, it helps in the proliferation and chemotaxis of fibroblasts and the mitogenesis of endothelium and mesenchymal stem cells.
  • Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF): It increases the mitogenesis of mesenchymal and epithelial cells and encourages the regeneration and proliferation of hair cells. Moreover, it simultaneously promotes angiogenesis.
  • Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF): It is expressed in dermal papilla cells during the active growth phase of a hair growth cycle. It is responsible for encouraging perifollicular angiogenesis in hair. Furthermore, it increases the size of the perifollicular vessels.
  • I-like Growth Factor 1 (IGF-1):  It induces angiogenesis, encourages hair growth of the entire scalp, and sustains the hair growth.

    These growth factors are delivered in a pure and concentrated form during GFC hair treatment sessions, unlike PRP, which may contain other blood components.

What are the effects of GFC on hair?

Many women opt for GFC hair loss treatment in Hyderabad, as it offers a myriad of benefits on hair. These include:

  • Reduced hair fall
  • Improved hair thickness and count
  • Rejuvenated hair follicle
  • Strengthened hair shaft
  • Increased hair volume
  • Boost in hair growth
  • Improved hair density
  • Reduced hair thinning.

    If you are wondering, “does GFC increase hair density?,” the answer is yes. GFC promotes perifollicular blood supply and stimulates follicle activity, which significantly increases hair density over time.

How is GFC hair treatment performed?

GFC treatment session is typically completed in below 5 steps:

Step 1 (Blood collection): The patient’s peripheral blood is withdrawn from the left arm using a sterile syringe and equally transferred into 4 GFC tubes.

Step 2 (Activation of Blood growth factors): The patient’s blood is gently mixed by inverting the GFC tubes 6 to 10 times. After mixing the tubes are left undisturbed in a vertical position for around half an hour. At the end of this step, the blood growth factor get activated to release the natural growth factors.

Step 3 (Separation of GFC): Next, the four GFC tubes are centrifuged for 10 minutes at 3,400 rpm. Centrifugation results in separation of all the blood cells from pure growth factors.

Step 4 (Gathering of GFC): The growth factors are concentrated just under the GFC tube cap. They are collected using a sterile syringe by inserting the needle just beneath the tube’s cap. The GFC output can be of varying colour, notably yellow, orange, yellowish brown, and reddish.

Step 5 (Application of GFC): The gathered GFC is now ready to be injected into the target areas of the scalp.

This procedure is minimally invasive and generally painless, making it a comfortable choice for most patients.

Why should GFC hair treatment be chosen?

Here are the major reasons why to choose GFC hair treatment over other methods:

  • Next-generation and more advanced hair fall treatment
  • Guaranteed considerable improvement in hair density and thickness
  • Highly efficient therapy that promotes natural, enhanced regeneration
  • A minimally invasive therapy with minimal discomfort and low downtime
  • No use of harmful chemicals
  • A safe and non-allergic treatment involves the use of the patient’s blood and is performed in sterile conditions
  • Involves the use of pure GFC solution and no unwanted blood cells as present, therefore lowering the risk of inflammation and discomfort
  • Ideal for an initial stage of hair loss
  • A simple lunchtime procedure that guarantees quality and convenience
  • Improved appearance and boosted confidence.

How lengthy is a single GFC treatment session?

A single GFC session typically lasts 60 to 90 minutes, depending on the area to be treated and the severity of hair loss.

This duration includes preparation, centrifugation, and application stages, making each GFC hair treatment session seamless and efficient.

How many GFC sessions are required to treat hair loss?

Generally, 3 to 4 monthly sessions are required for GFC hair therapy to start showing noticeable desired results. After the patient achieves the desired results, booster GFC therapy sessions may be needed every 3 to 6 months. The exact number of GFC sessions that you would require to treat hair loss can be determined by consulting a hair loss doctor in Hyderabad at Eternelle Aesthetics. 

What aftercare will I need after GFC treatment?

In the healing period after your GFC treatment in Hyderabad, you need to be very careful. A minor mistake during your recovery can cause unwanted effects. Therefore, a dermatologist recommends to follow these aftercare instructions:

  • Do not comb or brush your scalp or hair for at least 24 hours.
  • Avoid getting indulged in any strenuous physical activities for at least a week as workouts can cause sweating on the scalp and impair healing.
  • Protect your head from getting directly exposed to the sun’s UV rays or excessive heat for at least 2 to 3 days.
  • Avoid scrubbing, rubbing, or touching the injection sites.
  • Wash and shampoo hair only after 1-2 days of getting the treatment.
  • Do not use any harsh hair product, go ahead with dermatologist-prescribed products usage only.
  • Apply an ice pack or cold compress to alleviate swelling at the injection site, if any.
  • Drink plenty of water to keep your body well hydrated at least for the first few weeks of recovery to speed up healing.
  • Do not consume alcohol or caffeine for a few days.

What will be the cost of GFC treatment for hair loss?

The hair GFC treatment cost for hair loss differs for every candidate seeking the treatment. It depends upon various factors. The cost-deciding factors include:

  • The quality and cost of the GFC kit used during GFC preparation
  • Degree of hair loss or baldness and the quantity of GFC that is required to treat it
  • Expertise and experience level of the dermatologist
  • Locality and reputation of the clinic chosen for GFC therapy.

The GFC treatment cost may be more for advanced baldness cases requiring higher quantities of GFC.

To get an exact quote on GFC hair treatment price in Hyderabad, we recommend scheduling a consultation at Eternelle Aesthetics.

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