PDO Threads & PRP Hair Restoration Training for Dentists

The course covers PDO thread scalp insertion, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection, ACell MatriStem technology, platelet-rich fibrin matrix (PFRM), low-level laser therapy (LLT), red-light therapies, microneedling, and pharmaceutical adjuncts including minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, spironolactone, cyproterone acetate, vitamins, nutraceuticals, and compounded formulations.

The course covers diagnosis and treatment of androgenic alopecia (male and female pattern baldness), telogen effluvium, alopecia areata, traction alopecia, PCOS-related hair loss, menopausal hair loss, and general hair thinning and shedding.

PDO threads stimulate hair restoration through collagen induction, neovascularization, and localized growth factor release when implanted in scalp tissue. The threads create a controlled micro-inflammatory response that increases blood supply to hair follicles and encourages dormant follicles to transition back into the active growth phase.

ACell MatriStem is a regenerative technology used in conjunction with PRP to enhance hair restoration outcomes. It provides an extracellular matrix scaffold that supports tissue remodeling and follicular regeneration when combined with platelet-rich plasma injection protocols.

This course provides 6.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits, jointly accredited through AKH Inc. and Empire Medical Training. Participants also receive access to the Empire Live Mentor program with bi-weekly Zoom support sessions after the course.

The course is designed for Medical Doctors (MDs), Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine (DOs), Dentists (DMDs, DDS), Nurse Practitioners (NPs), and Registered Nurses (RNs). Participants must have an active medical license, professional liability insurance for aesthetic procedures, and must complete pre-course online modules.

The course includes pre-course virtual training access, a comprehensive color training manual, hands-on practice with live models under supervision at a 5:1 student-to-instructor ratio, medicines and supplies, tutorial videos featuring physician trainers, Empire Live Mentor program access with bi-weekly Zoom support, and post-course resources including patient intake forms.

The medical hair restoration market exceeds $3.5 billion annually. Treatment values range from $1,000 to $3,500 per patient, with multi-session protocols generating recurring revenue. Hair restoration addresses a large, underserved patient population that is highly motivated and willing to invest in ongoing treatment.

Many states authorize dentists to perform thread lifts within the head and neck region, particularly in the lower face and jawline areas that align closely with dental scope. PRP for therapeutic applications falls within dental authority in most states. Both procedures can be performed in existing dental operatories with minimal additional equipment. Empire provides state-specific regulatory guidance during the course to help you understand your scope for each service.

Thread lifts in the jawline and lower face area naturally complement smile design, veneers, and cosmetic dentistry — you can offer comprehensive lower face transformation. PRP's regenerative applications extend from hair restoration to dental uses like implant site healing and post-surgical recovery. Patients who trust you with their smile are receptive to facial rejuvenation services, creating natural cross-referral between dental and aesthetic offerings.

PDO thread kits and PRP centrifuge systems require modest investment compared to most dental equipment. The thread insertion cannulas and PRP processing supplies are consumable costs built into treatment pricing. Most dental offices can begin offering both services immediately after training without facility modifications or significant capital expenditure.

In most states, dentists are authorized to administer botulinum toxin and dermal filler injections within the head, neck, and associated structures. Some states define this scope broadly to include cosmetic applications, while others limit dental injectable use to therapeutic and functional purposes. Empire recommends confirming your state dental board's specific guidelines. Our training provides the clinical certification recognized by dental boards nationwide.

Dentists have superior knowledge of facial anatomy, nerve pathways, and injection techniques compared to most other healthcare professionals entering aesthetics. Your daily experience with local anesthesia, precise needle placement, and patient management in the facial region gives you a significant head start. Empire's course builds on these existing competencies to add aesthetic-specific protocols, product knowledge, and treatment planning skills.

Dental practices that add aesthetic injectable services typically generate $100K-$300K+ in additional annual revenue, often from their existing patient base. Botox and filler treatments have high profit margins, create recurring revenue through maintenance appointments, and attract new patients who become dental patients as well. The crossover appeal is significant — patients who trust you with their smile naturally trust you with their facial aesthetics.