Hair Loss FAQs

In both men and women, the most common cause is generally genetic. However, there are hormonal causes as well, such as thyroid imbalances or excess testosterone, which causes an increase in DHT (dihydrotestosterone). Many men on steroids have increased in DHT, and this causes permanent hair loss. In men, the most common type of hair loss is called Male Pattern Baldness(MPB), and in women, Female Pattern Baldness (FPB).

If they have MPB, they can try minoxidil 5% (Rogaine) foam or solution. This will keep one from losing more hair and may increase the hair diameter. Finasteride, an oral medication, prevents the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Often both are used together to reduce hair loss. The other option is a hair transplant.

An automated FUE technique, allowing more accuracy and more grafts.

The skill and experience of those performing the grafts. The hairline must be designed naturally and the grafts must be placed in the proper direction for a totally natural result.

Hair is removed from the back of the scalp where it is genetically coded not to fall out, and micro-grafted to the front or top where it is needed. In its new location, it will grow like normal hair.

For women, hormones should be checked first. If hormones are normal, they can try minoxidil also. Neograft hair transplants are often the best choice if various (including short hair) hairstyles are worn. Women often lose hair temporarily. Hair Loss caused by stress or aging (imbalanced hormones) can often be remedied with Bioidentical Hormone Balance Therapy. Stress hair loss or hair loss caused by trauma (traction alopecia,) can also be treated with injections of Platelet Rich Plasma.

Grafted hair starts growing at 3 months. Full density is achieved by 12-15 months after the procedure. Generally, it is permanent.

Yes, African Americans and anyone that wears short hairstyles can benefit from the No-Linear Scar FUE  Neograft method of Hair Restoration. This patient received 1200 grafts (1-4 hairs per graft). Before and after 7-months. Amazing improvement in overall density and a beautifully restored hairline.