Hair Density, Restored With Precision
Hair thinning and loss can result from a range of causes — hormonal shifts, nutritional deficiency, stress, genetic predisposition, or a combination of factors — and no two presentations are the same. Effective treatment depends on identifying the underlying driver before any intervention is recommended. At Arra, Dr Lim takes a thorough, medically led approach to hair loss assessment, designing a personalised treatment plan that supports scalp health, stimulates follicle activity, and restores density progressively over time.
How We Approach Hair Restoration
Hair restoration at Arra is built on clinical assessment and a structured, multi-modal approach. Rather than a single treatment, Dr Lim designs a plan that addresses the scalp environment, follicle health, and hair growth cycle in a cohesive, progressive sequence.
Dr Lim conducts a thorough assessment of hair loss pattern, scalp condition, and medical history, including hormonal status, nutrition, and any contributing lifestyle factors. Understanding the type and cause of hair loss is essential before any treatment is recommended.
Microinjections of a customised cocktail of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and growth factors are delivered directly into the scalp to nourish follicles, improve circulation, and stimulate hair regrowth. Mesotherapy is one of the most established clinical approaches to hair thinning, with a well-documented evidence base across both male and female pattern hair loss.
Polynucleotide treatments — derived from highly purified DNA fragments — stimulate cellular regeneration and tissue repair at the follicle level, improving scalp health and creating a more favourable environment for hair growth. Increasingly used in both Korean and European aesthetic medicine, PDRN therapy is particularly effective for patients with early-stage thinning or compromised scalp health.
PRP involves drawing a small amount of the patient’s own blood, processing it to concentrate the growth factors, and reinjecting it into the scalp to stimulate follicle activity and hair regrowth. A well-established treatment with strong clinical evidence, PRP is particularly suited to patients with androgenetic alopecia and diffuse thinning.
Hair restoration is a gradual process. Dr Lim reviews progress at regular intervals and adjusts the treatment plan accordingly, ensuring the protocol continues to support hair density and scalp health over time.
Hair restoration results are cumulative and develop progressively. Patients typically begin to notice a reduction in shedding and an improvement in hair density over the first three to six months of treatment. Consistency is key; a structured programme delivers significantly better outcomes than isolated sessions.
Onset: Reduction in shedding often noticed from 4–6 weeks; visible density improvement from 3–6 months
Duration: Best maintained with ongoing quarterly sessions following an initial course
Recommended course: 4–6 sessions, spaced 2–4 weeks apart initially
Onset: Gradual improvement in scalp health and hair quality from 6–8 weeks
Duration: Results are progressive; ongoing maintenance sessions recommended
Recommended course: 3–4 sessions, spaced 4 weeks apart
Onset: Visible improvement in hair density typically from 3–6 months
Duration: Results last 12–18 months with maintenance; ongoing annual or biannual sessions typically recommended
Recommended course: 3 sessions, spaced 4–6 weeks apart initially
All timelines are indicative. Individual results vary depending on the cause and extent of hair loss, age, and overall health. Dr Lim will provide a personalised outlook during consultation.
FAQ’s
How do I know what is causing my hair loss?
A thorough medical assessment is the essential first step. Dr Lim will review your hair loss pattern, medical history, hormonal status, and nutritional health to identify the most likely cause. In some cases, a referral for blood tests may be recommended before treatment begins to rule out underlying medical contributors.
Can these treatments regrow hair that has already been lost?
This depends on how long the follicles have been inactive. In the early stages of thinning, follicles remain viable and respond well to stimulation, making early intervention significantly more effective. In cases of long-standing or advanced hair loss where follicles have been dormant for an extended period, restoration is more limited. Dr Lim will give an honest assessment of what is achievable based on your individual presentation.
Are these treatments suitable for both men and women?
Yes. Hair thinning and loss affects both men and women, often through different mechanisms and patterns. Scalp mesotherapy, PDRN, and PRP are all effective across both sexes, and treatment plans are tailored to the specific presentation and cause in each case.
How is this different from over-the-counter hair loss products?
Topical products such as minoxidil can be effective for certain types of hair loss but work at the surface level and require indefinite daily use to maintain results. Clinical treatments such as mesotherapy, PDRN, and PRP work directly at the follicle level, stimulating cellular activity and improving the scalp environment in ways that topical products cannot replicate. In some cases, Dr Lim may recommend combining clinical treatments with appropriate topical or oral therapy for a more comprehensive approach.
Is there any downtime?
Scalp treatments typically involve minimal downtime. Some mild redness, tenderness, or pinpoint swelling at injection sites is normal and generally resolves within 24 hours. Most patients return to normal activities the same day. Dr Lim will advise on specific aftercare — including any temporary restrictions on washing or styling the hair — at your appointment.