Can laser treatment regrow hair?

At 99 Medispa Sydney, Fotona HairRestart laser can reactivate dormant hair follicles that are still viable — stimulating them to re-enter the active growth phase and produce thicker, more visible hair. It is most effective for early to moderate hair loss where follicles are weakened but not permanently lost. It cannot create new hair where follicles have been completely destroyed. Our practitioners assess your hair loss stage during a free consultation to set realistic expectations.

How long before I see results from hair loss treatment?

At 99 Medispa Sydney, both Fotona HairRestart and PRP require patience — the hair growth cycle means visible results take 3-6 months to appear. Initial signs include reduced shedding and improved hair quality (thickness, strength). New visible growth follows as dormant follicles are reactivated. We document your progress with photographs at each visit so you can see the improvement objectively.

Is hair loss treatment suitable for women?

Yes. At 99 Medispa Sydney, both Fotona HairRestart and PRP are suitable and effective for female pattern hair loss. Women's hair loss typically presents as diffuse thinning across the top of the scalp rather than a receding hairline. Both treatments stimulate existing follicles without hormonal side effects, making them a particularly good option for women who cannot use finasteride.

Can I combine Fotona HairRestart with PRP?

Yes, and we often recommend this combination at 99 Medispa Sydney. Fotona HairRestart increases scalp blood flow and stimulates follicular activity through laser energy, while PRP delivers concentrated growth factors directly to the follicles. The two mechanisms are complementary — laser creates the environment, PRP provides the biological signals. Combined protocols often produce better results than either treatment alone.

Concern

Hair
Loss

Q: How does PRP work for hair loss?

At 99 Medispa Sydney, PRP therapy concentrates the growth factors from your own blood and injects them directly into the scalp at the follicular level. These growth factors (PDGF, VEGF, EGF) stimulate follicular stem cells, increase blood supply, and prolong the active hair growth phase. Clinical studies show increased hair count and thickness. We typically recommend 3-4 initial sessions followed by maintenance every 6-12 months.

Affecting 50% of men and 40% of women by age 50

Hair loss is one of the most psychologically impactful aesthetic concerns. Fotona HairRestart laser and PRP therapy stimulate dormant hair follicles and strengthen thinning hair — without surgery or daily medication.

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Understanding the Concern

Types of Hair Loss & What Causes Them

Androgenetic alopecia (male/female pattern hair loss) is the most common type, affecting approximately 50% of men and 40% of women by age 50. In men, it presents as a receding hairline and crown thinning. In women, it typically causes diffuse thinning across the top of the scalp while maintaining the frontal hairline. It is driven by genetic sensitivity to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which miniaturises hair follicles over time.

Telogen effluvium is temporary diffuse shedding triggered by a physiological shock — illness, surgery, significant stress, childbirth, nutritional deficiency, or medication changes. The hair growth cycle is disrupted, pushing a large number of follicles into the resting (telogen) phase simultaneously. Hair typically regrows once the trigger is resolved.

Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition where the immune system attacks hair follicles, causing patchy hair loss. It can affect any hair-bearing area and ranges from small patches to complete scalp or body hair loss. Understanding your specific type of hair loss is essential for choosing the right treatment approach.

Why Treatment Matters

Early Intervention Preserves More Hair

Hair loss is progressive. For androgenetic alopecia, the earlier treatment begins, the more hair can be preserved. Once a follicle has been miniaturised for too long, it becomes permanently dormant and cannot be revived. Treatments that work by stimulating existing follicles are most effective when there are still active (even if weakened) follicles to stimulate.

Modern non-surgical treatments cannot create new hair where follicles have been completely lost, but they can strengthen thinning hair, slow or halt further loss, and in many cases reactivate dormant follicles to produce thicker, more visible hair. Setting realistic expectations is important — full restoration is not achievable without surgical transplantation.

Treatment Comparison

Hair Loss Treatments Compared

Fotona HairRestart

Er:YAG laser stimulationScalp / hair follicles

Fotona HairRestart uses the Er:YAG laser to deliver controlled thermal pulses to the scalp, increasing blood flow to hair follicles and stimulating the cellular processes involved in hair growth. The laser energy reaches the dermal papilla — the structure at the base of each follicle responsible for hair regeneration — creating a favourable environment for dormant follicles to re-enter the active growth (anagen) phase. Treatment is painless and requires no downtime. A course of 5-7 sessions is typically recommended.

PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)

Autologous growth factor injectionDermis / follicular bulge

PRP therapy involves drawing a small amount of your blood, processing it in a centrifuge to concentrate the platelets and growth factors, then injecting the concentrated plasma directly into the scalp at the level of the hair follicles. The growth factors (PDGF, VEGF, EGF) stimulate follicular stem cells, increase blood supply, and prolong the active growth phase. Multiple studies demonstrate increased hair count and thickness after 3-4 sessions. Maintenance injections every 6-12 months sustain results.

Minoxidil

Topical vasodilatorScalp (topical)

Finasteride

Oral DHT blockerSystemic

Hair Transplant (FUE/FUT)

Surgical follicle relocationFull thickness (follicular units)

Hair transplantation surgically relocates permanent hair follicles (typically from the back of the scalp) to areas of thinning or baldness. Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) harvests individual follicular units, leaving minimal scarring. Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) removes a strip of donor tissue. Both methods produce natural-looking, permanent results but are costly and require 6-12 months for full growth. Best for advanced hair loss where follicles are no longer viable for stimulation-based treatments.

Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT)

PhotobiomodulationScalp / follicles

LLLT uses red or near-infrared light at specific wavelengths to stimulate cellular metabolism in hair follicles through photobiomodulation. Available as clinical devices and home-use caps/combs. FDA-cleared for androgenetic alopecia in both men and women. Evidence shows modest improvement in hair density with consistent use (2-3 times per week over 3-6+ months). Works best as a complement to other treatments.

Why 99 Medispa

Combined Approach for Best Results

At 99 Medispa Sydney, we offer both Fotona HairRestart laser and PRP therapy — two complementary approaches that work through different mechanisms. Combining them often produces better results than either treatment alone. Our practitioners have over 20 years of experience and will honestly assess your hair loss stage and what level of improvement is realistically achievable.

20+

Years Experience

Treatment Options

TGA & FDA

Approved Devices

Your Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

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Your consultation includes a detailed assessment of your hair loss pattern, stage, and likely cause. We discuss realistic expectations, treatment options, and create a personalised plan that may include laser, PRP, or a combination approach.

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Location

Sydney, NSW

Technologies

Fotona + PRP

Timeline

3-6 Months to Results

Consultation

Complimentary