Key West PRP & PRF Hair Restoration

PRP and PRF hair restoration at Keywest.Health uses growth factors from your own blood to stimulate thinning hair — a non-surgical approach guided by Dr. Shannon Smeltzer, DNP. For patients with early-to-moderate thinning where viable follicles remain, PRP and PRF offer a science-based option that works with your body's own biology. Serving patients throughout Key West and the Florida Keys.

Why Keywest.Health for PRP & PRF?

PRP and PRF therapy is only as good as the evaluation behind it and the technique delivering it. Dr. Smeltzer starts with an honest assessment — not every patient is a candidate — and treatment is performed in a medical setting with careful attention to concentration, injection placement, and follow-up.

• Medical-grade protocol: blood processing, concentration, and injection are performed in-clinic under medical supervision.
• Individualized plans: PRP, PRF, or a combination — selected based on your specific pattern of thinning, not a one-size-fits-all menu.
• Honest candidacy assessment: PRP and PRF work best where follicles are alive but underperforming. Areas of complete baldness generally do not respond — Dr. Smeltzer will be straightforward about expectations.
• Comprehensive strategy: may be combined with surgical hair transplant or medical management as part of a complete restoration plan.

How PRP & PRF Works

The process starts with a routine blood draw. Your blood is centrifuged to separate and concentrate platelets — rich in growth factors, the biological signals your body uses to heal. This concentrated preparation is injected directly into thinning scalp areas, where growth factors increase blood supply to follicles and stimulate dormant ones back into the active growth phase.

Because the treatment is derived entirely from your own blood, there's no risk of allergic reaction or rejection.

PRP vs. PRF — What's the Difference?

Both deliver concentrated growth factors from your own blood to the scalp. The difference is in preparation:

• PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma): blood is spun in a centrifuge with an anticoagulant additive, producing a liquid platelet concentrate. PRP is the more widely studied preparation for hair loss, with growing evidence supporting its use in androgenetic alopecia — though individual results vary.
• PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin): blood is spun a second time at a slower speed, without anticoagulant, creating a fibrin matrix that may allow growth factors to release more gradually over time. PRF is a newer technique with promising early evidence, though the research base is still developing compared to PRP.

Which option is right for you depends on your thinning pattern, treatment history, and goals. Dr. Smeltzer will recommend the approach — or combination — that makes the most clinical sense.

What Results Look Like

Hair restoration through PRP and PRF is gradual — follicles need time to respond, and results build over the course of your treatment series:

• Reduced shedding: many patients notice less hair falling out within the first few sessions — often the earliest sign follicles are responding.
• Improved hair quality: existing hair may feel thicker, stronger, and have more body.
• Visible density improvements: new growth and thickening develop over three to six months as the series progresses. Results are cumulative.
• Maintenance matters: periodic maintenance sessions (typically every three to six months) sustain results long-term.

It's important to have realistic expectations: PRP and PRF work best for early-to-moderate thinning where viable follicles remain. They cannot regrow hair in areas of complete baldness.

PRP/PRF as Part of a Complete Strategy

Hair loss rarely has a single solution. PRP and PRF complement other approaches:

• Standalone for early thinning: patients with diffuse thinning and viable follicles may see meaningful improvement with PRP or PRF alone.
• Combined with hair transplant: PRP can support healing and graft survival, and helps maintain native hair around transplanted areas.

PRP and PRF are also used beyond the scalp — growing evidence supports their use in facial rejuvenation, promoting collagen production and skin quality. If facial aesthetics are part of your goals, ask during your consultation about how growth factor therapy may fit into a broader skin health plan.

How Much Does PRP/PRF Cost in Key West?

Pricing depends on your treatment plan — the number of sessions, whether PRP, PRF, or a combination is recommended, and whether treatment is standalone or combined with another procedure. You'll receive a clear quote at your consultation before beginning.

Call (305) 514-0482 or schedule online for current pricing.

PRP & PRF Hair Restoration — Frequently Asked Questions

How much does PRP/PRF hair restoration cost in Key West?

Pricing depends on the treatment plan — typically the number of sessions in your initial series and whether PRP, PRF, or a combination is recommended. You'll receive a clear quote at your consultation before beginning treatment. Call (305) 514-0482 to schedule.

How many PRP or PRF sessions will I need?

Most patients begin with a series of three to four sessions spaced approximately four to six weeks apart, followed by periodic maintenance sessions every three to six months. Your exact plan will be tailored to your pattern of thinning and how your hair responds.

Does PRP or PRF hair treatment hurt?

The treatment involves a blood draw followed by small injections into the scalp. Most patients describe the injections as mild discomfort — similar to a pinch or sting. A topical numbing agent can be applied beforehand to minimize sensation. The entire session typically takes 30 to 45 minutes.

What is the difference between PRP and PRF?

PRP (platelet-rich plasma) is a concentrated preparation of platelets and growth factors from your own blood, spun in a centrifuge with an anticoagulant additive. PRF (platelet-rich fibrin) uses a second, slower spin without anticoagulant, creating a fibrin matrix that may allow a more gradual release of growth factors over time. Dr. Smeltzer will recommend the option best suited to your situation.

When will I see results from PRP or PRF?

Most patients notice reduced shedding first, often within the first few sessions. Improved hair thickness and quality develop gradually over three to six months as the series progresses. Because results are cumulative, completing the full initial series and maintenance plan gives you the best chance of meaningful improvement.

Can PRP or PRF be combined with a hair transplant?

Yes. Many patients benefit from a combined approach — PRP or PRF can support healing and graft survival after a transplant procedure, and can also help maintain existing native hair around the transplanted area. During your consultation, Dr. Smeltzer will discuss whether a combined plan makes sense for your goals.

Is there downtime after PRP or PRF?

There is minimal to no downtime. You may experience mild tenderness, swelling, or redness at the injection sites for a day or two. Most patients return to normal activities immediately, including work and exercise. Avoid washing the hair for approximately 24 hours after treatment.

Related Hair Restoration Options

For more advanced hair loss or areas of complete baldness, surgical hair transplant using AI-robotic FUE may be more appropriate. Many patients combine both — transplant rebuilds density where hair is lost, while PRP/PRF maintains the hair that remains. Learn more about men's health at Keywest.Health.

Schedule your hair restoration consultation at Keywest.Health to discuss whether PRP, PRF, or another approach fits your goals.