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Hair Restoration

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Millions of men and women across the U.S. suffer from hair thinning or hair loss issues. Technically referred to as alopecia, hair loss can result from a number of causes including genetics (such as in male or female pattern baldness), poor nutrition, stress, pregnancy, drugs, or trauma. Hair loss can begin as early as before age 20 and often accelerates with normal aging.

There are surgical and non-surgical hair restoration treatment techniques that can successfully treat hair thinning and hair loss. Today’s most effective treatments range from prescription medications to hair transplant surgery.

Hair Growth Medications

Your dermatologist can recommend and prescribe effective medications to address hair loss or hair thinning. These may include the following:

  • DHT Inhibitors – Products like Propecia (finasteride) work to reduce levels of Dihydrotestosterone (commonly known as DHT). DHT is a derivative of testosterone that is now suspected as being the main culprit behind androgenic alopecia (male pattern baldness). On the scalp, DHT shrinks hair follicles to a point where healthy hair cannot survive, resulting in patches of hair loss. DHT inhibitors work to reduce DHT levels in order to stop the cause of hair loss. As such, DHT products are often an essential component of hair restoration treatment plans in men and postmenopausal females.
  • Antiandrogens – Whereas DHT inhibitors eliminate DHT, antiandrogens like spironolactone block DHT from reaching the follicle. Antiandrogens enable users to avoid side effects that stem from lowering their DHT levels. Thus it addresses the hormonal contributors to pattern baldness from a different angle, primarily in postmenopausal females.
  • Growth Stimulants – This segment of products includes Rogaine (minoxidil), the most popular medication for hair loss. Growth stimulants do one thing: they work to maintain hair in the growth phase. Because these products do not address the underlying cause of hair loss, they are often combined with DHT inhibitors and/or antiandrogens.

Ariessence Pure PDGF+

Ariessence Pure PDGF+ is a revolutionary non-surgical hair restoration treatment that uses platelet-derived growth factors (PDGF) to stimulate hair growth, thicken hair, and reduce shedding. Learn more about Ariessence PDGF+.

PRP Hair Restoration

PRP Hair Restoration is a non-surgical treatment that utilizes the patient’s platelet-rich plasma from their own blood to helps restore hair thinning issues or pattern hair loss. Learn more about PRP for hair.

Hair Transplant

Hair transplantation procedures involve the removal of hair follicles from the back of the scalp that are then transferred to areas with thin to no hair. Learn more about hair transplants.

Customized Hair Restoration Treatment Plans

Although each treatment method can provide great results independently, some individuals may respond well to a treatment plan that combines two or more of these techniques in order to realize desired results.

Please note: Hair transplant consultations are intended for patients interested in surgical hair restoration (specifically hair transplantation). If your interests are in discussing why you may be losing hair or want to explore non-surgical hair loss treatments, including prescription medications, please schedule a medical office visit.

Real Patient Testimonial About Hair Transplant at Westlake Dermatology:

  • “My first (FUE hair transplant) surgery was with a doctor that I did not research enough, and the results were not at all satisfactory. My second surgery I was introduced to Dr. Bob Reese. The results were drastically different. The hair that was harvested from my back and side of my head was double the follicle count what the first surgeon was able to accomplish. The healing process was easier and explained by Dr. Reese exceptionally well. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Reese for hair transplant surgery. He has years of experience, has a wonderful bedside manner and is a doctor that has specialized in professional hair restoration for decades.”  Peter M.
  • “Thanks Dr Reese and Team for my great hairline and care. I appreciate all the monthly follow-ups and suggestions by Dr Reese and his team to get to my desired results in my hair transplant journey.”  John P.

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