Thinning on top, or a hairline that keeps moving back? We microneedle your scalp with the Dermapen 4 and apply Ariessence PDGF+ growth factors to help your hair look thicker and fuller. No surgery, no blood draw and very little downtime.
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✓ Complimentary consult
✓ No blood draw
✓ For men and women
Treated by Rashelle Murray, LMA
Overseen by Stephany Reese, APRN
Hair restoration
Hair restoration at Epiphany Clinic is scalp microneedling with PDGF+. A Dermapen 4 makes thousands of tiny, even channels in your scalp, then Ariessence PDGF+, a lab-made platelet-derived growth factor, is applied so it can reach the follicles. Most people do a series of 3 sessions, 4 to 6 weeks apart, and thicker-looking hair builds over 3 to 6 months. It works for men and women, and there's no blood draw.
The tools. The Dermapen 4 is an FDA-cleared microneedling system. Its 16-needle cartridge makes up to 1,920 microchannels per second, so treatment is quick and even across your scalp. Ariessence PDGF+ is pure, recombinant PDGF made in a sterile lab, so every vial is consistent. We also use both for skin: see microneedling and Ariessence PDGF+.
How it works
Step 1 · Consult
Your consult is complimentary. We look at your scalp, take baseline photos and talk through what may be behind your thinning. If hormones, thyroid or iron could be part of it, Stephany can order labs.
Step 2 · Treatment
We numb your scalp first. Then the Dermapen 4 works across the thinning areas, making even, tiny channels at a depth set for your scalp.
Step 3 · Same visit
Ariessence PDGF+ is applied while the channels are open. Your scalp may be pink and tender for a day or two, and you go home with clear aftercare.
Step 4 · Months 1–6
Most plans are 3 sessions, 4 to 6 weeks apart. Thicker-looking hair builds over 3 to 6 months, and one maintenance session every 3 to 4 months helps you keep it.
Results vary from person to person. We compare against your baseline photos so you can see your progress instead of guessing.
Compare
PRP (platelet-rich plasma) is made from your own blood. PDGF+ is a lab-made version of one of the key growth factors found in platelets. Here's how they compare.
PRP for hair
Microneedling + PDGF+
Blood draw
Yes, at every session
None
Where it comes from
Your own blood, spun down in a centrifuge
Pure, lab-made PDGF in a sterile vial
Consistency
Can vary with your blood and the prep that day
The same formula in every vial
How it's applied
Often injected into the scalp
Applied to the scalp right after microneedling
Visit time
Includes the draw and processing
No draw or processing time
Who treats you
Varies from clinic to clinic
Rashelle Murray, LMA, overseen by Stephany Reese, APRN
Your options
There's no single right answer, and many people combine options. Stephany can prescribe minoxidil when it fits your plan, and we'll tell you honestly if a transplant surgeon or a dermatologist is the better next step.
Prescription minoxidil
Hair transplant
Microneedling + PDGF+
What it is
A medication you use every day
Surgery that moves follicles from the back of your scalp to thinning areas
In-office scalp microneedling with growth factors
Often best for
Early pattern thinning
Larger areas of loss, when there's enough donor hair
Early to moderate thinning in men and women
Commitment
Every day, long term
One surgery, plus recovery
3 sessions, then maintenance every 3–4 months
Downtime
None
Days to weeks of healing
A day or two of pink, tender scalp
When you see results
Most people see regrowth in about 6–12 months (AAD)
Over several months, as transplanted hair grows in
Thicker-looking hair builds over 3–6 months
Works alongside others
Yes, often paired with microneedling
Yes, many people keep up other treatments
Yes, pairs well with minoxidil and Nutrafol
Pricing
Your consult is complimentary. We'll recommend a series based on how much thinning you have and give you the full cost before you start. No surprises.
Essential Series
3 sessions with 1 vial of PDGF+ each. For early to moderate thinning.
Intensive Series
3 sessions with 2 vials of PDGF+ each. For moderate to advanced thinning.
Single session $900 (1 vial) · Extra vial $400 · Maintenance $750 per session, about every 3–4 months, once you finish a series. Support your results at home with Nutrafol, sold in clinic: Men's Core or Women's Balance $209 (3-month supply), shampoo and conditioner $44 each. See everything in our price guide. Results vary. PDGF+ is a topical cosmetic product and is not FDA-approved to treat hair loss.
Your care team
Your treatments are performed by Rashelle Murray, LMA, our master esthetician, who does most of our microneedling and laser work. Every plan is overseen by our medical director, Stephany Reese, APRN, FNP-C, who can also check hormones, thyroid and iron when they may be part of what's behind your thinning.
Real reviews
★★★★★
“…I was scared of the laser, but it was a much more comfortable experience than I thought. My technician, Rashelle communicated to me every part of the process…”
ezza · Google review
★★★★★
“Rashelle did my MOXI laser treatments, which I loved!… helping me prep for the treatment, explaining the process and following up for my recovery.”
Kierea M. · Google review
★★★★★
“Rashelle is amazing and so personable and makes this place truly feel like home!”
Ella D. · Google review
FAQ
Does microneedling with PDGF+ work for men?
Yes. Thinning at the hairline and crown in men is usually hereditary pattern hair loss, and that's what this treatment is built for. It tends to work best when you start early, while there are still follicles to support. At your consult we'll look at your scalp and tell you straight whether you're a good candidate.
Is PDGF+ the same as PRP?
No. PRP is made from your own blood. Ariessence PDGF+ is a pure, lab-made platelet-derived growth factor, so there's no blood draw and every vial is the same. We apply it to your scalp right after microneedling.
How many sessions will I need?
Most people start with a series of 3 sessions, 4 to 6 weeks apart. The Essential Series (1 vial of PDGF+ per session) is for early to moderate thinning, and the Intensive Series (2 vials per session) is for moderate to advanced thinning. After that, one maintenance session every 3 to 4 months helps you keep your results.
When will I see results?
Hair grows slowly, so give it a few months. Most people see thicker-looking hair build over 3 to 6 months. Results vary, and we compare against your baseline photos so you can see real progress.
Does it hurt, and is there downtime?
We numb your scalp before we start, so most people feel pressure and light prickling rather than pain. Your scalp may be pink and tender for a day or two. There's very little downtime, and you'll go home with clear aftercare instructions.
Can I combine it with minoxidil or Nutrafol?
Yes, and many people do. Stephany can prescribe minoxidil when it fits your plan, and we carry Nutrafol supplements, shampoo and conditioner in clinic to support your results at home.
Will testosterone therapy make my hair loss worse?
It can for some men. Male pattern baldness is a listed side effect of testosterone (FDA label). If you're on TRT or thinking about it and you're prone to thinning, we'll talk through that risk honestly and plan around it. Learn more about hormone therapy for men.
How much does hair restoration cost?
Your consult is complimentary. The Essential Series is $2,295 and the Intensive Series is $3,495. A single session is $900, and maintenance sessions are $750 once you've finished a series.
When should I see a dermatologist instead?
If your hair is coming out in round patches, falling out suddenly, or your scalp is red, scaly or scarred, see a board-certified dermatologist (AAD). We'll tell you if that's you and point you in the right direction. Read more about what causes hair loss.
Get started
Start with a complimentary consult in American Fork. We'll look at your scalp, answer your questions and give you a clear plan and price.
