There may be a lack of sensitivity among the general public toward womens' hair loss and thinning hair as compared to the response to the same issue for men. This is perplexing because men and women equally suffer from hair loss.
The main difference between female and male baldness is in the pattern of hair loss. In men the hairline recedes and moves further and further back until the man might be completely bald. However, in women the hair thins in a very diffuse manner, making female hair loss more evenly distributed over the entire scalp. As the hair gets thinner the scalp may become more visible. This can be treated.
The treatment of female hair loss usually differs from the treatment of men. The cause of hair loss in women is somewhat different than men, therefore the treatment regimen will differ as well. If you are a woman suffering with hair loss I encourage you to visit my office for a consultation, and see if you qualify for laser hair treatments. You do not need to suffer any longer. There are effective treatments to stop, reverse and re-grow your hair naturally.
Female Pattern Hair Loss
Female hair loss patterns vary, mostly because of the different causes that factor in. The chart below shows the Ludwig classification system that was established to better categorize female hair loss.
Cause of Hair Loss in Women
There are a number of factors to keep in mind when determining the cause of hair loss in women. Although many women inherit this difficult problem from their ancestors, many more cite a different cause.
Aside from heredity, the major cause of female hair loss includes:
Stress
Medication
Pregnancy
Strong Hair Chemicals
Hormones
Many times, when a woman experiences hair loss caused by one of these situations. Once the problem is corrected the the hair will come back. Some times, however, the cause either can't be stopped or the hair follicle has been permanently lost and the hair never comes back
The Treatment Options
The only way to truly determine the most appropriate course of action is by meeting with your doctor. Dr. Melamed will start by meeting with you and determining the specific cause of your hair loss. Then you can start on a customized Hair Restoration Program based on the cause, pattern, and level of thinning hair you are experiencing.
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Hair Loss Men
Hair loss is genetic about 95% of the time. This means that about 95% of balding men suffer from “male pattern baldness” or in medical terms, “androgenetic alopecia.” This is generally characterized by the U-shaped edging of hair from ear to ear that is common in most balding men.
The different traits that make us all so unique do not stop at hair loss. We see men at all stages of hair loss, including those who have a completely bare head and those who are simply starting to get nervous about a newly-receding hairline.
It is important to understand these hair loss solutions and carefully weigh the trade-offs and appropriateness of each treatment option for your situation. Everyone’s hair loss solution may be different, because every one’s situation is different. The only way to determine an appropriate hair loss solution is to obtain as much information as possible. Then schedule an appointment with an expert physician in medical hair restoration, such as Dr. David Melamed. Your physician will help you decide on the hair loss solution appropriate for you.
Male Pattern Baldness
The medical term for inherited baldness is "androgenetic alopecia." In men, it is called "male pattern baldness" and usually progresses to the familiar horseshoe-shaped fringe of hair.
Hair Loss Causes in Men
Normally, hair loss is caused by heredity, hormones and age. Genetic makeup determines if hair follicles are sensitive to the hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which causes the follicles to shrink.
This "shrinkage" results in the overall thinning of hair over time. Eventually the hair thins out completely and the follicle gets closed over.
The process of aging is another cause of male balding, as it can weaken the follicle and consequently the hair shaft. This causes thinning and baldness.
Other Factors
High levels of stress can be a cause of hair loss, but balding experienced in such an instance is unusual and temporary.
Trauma to the head accompanied by scarring can cause permanent damage to hair follicles, and permanent hair loss.
Tightly pulled hair styles, like braids, can cause hair loss as well. The tension created by the pull of the hairdo will irritate hair follicles, destroying them and stunting hair growth.
But 95% of the time, you can blame genetics when trying to determine the cause of your hair loss.
If you are a man suffering with hair loss I encourage you to visit my office for a consultation, and see if you qualify for laser hair treatments. You do not need to suffer any longer. There are effective treatments to stop, reverse and re-grow your hair naturally
The different traits that make us all so unique do not stop at hair loss. We see men at all stages of hair loss, including those who have a completely bare head and those who are simply starting to get nervous about a newly-receding hairline.
It is important to understand these hair loss solutions and carefully weigh the trade-offs and appropriateness of each treatment option for your situation. Everyone’s hair loss solution may be different, because every one’s situation is different. The only way to determine an appropriate hair loss solution is to obtain as much information as possible. Then schedule an appointment with an expert physician in medical hair restoration, such as Dr. David Melamed. Your physician will help you decide on the hair loss solution appropriate for you.
Male Pattern Baldness
The medical term for inherited baldness is "androgenetic alopecia." In men, it is called "male pattern baldness" and usually progresses to the familiar horseshoe-shaped fringe of hair.
Hair Loss Causes in Men
Normally, hair loss is caused by heredity, hormones and age. Genetic makeup determines if hair follicles are sensitive to the hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which causes the follicles to shrink.
This "shrinkage" results in the overall thinning of hair over time. Eventually the hair thins out completely and the follicle gets closed over.
The process of aging is another cause of male balding, as it can weaken the follicle and consequently the hair shaft. This causes thinning and baldness.
Other Factors
High levels of stress can be a cause of hair loss, but balding experienced in such an instance is unusual and temporary.
Trauma to the head accompanied by scarring can cause permanent damage to hair follicles, and permanent hair loss.
Tightly pulled hair styles, like braids, can cause hair loss as well. The tension created by the pull of the hairdo will irritate hair follicles, destroying them and stunting hair growth.
But 95% of the time, you can blame genetics when trying to determine the cause of your hair loss.
If you are a man suffering with hair loss I encourage you to visit my office for a consultation, and see if you qualify for laser hair treatments. You do not need to suffer any longer. There are effective treatments to stop, reverse and re-grow your hair naturally
Benefits of Laser Hair Therapy?
• Increases blood supply to the scalp by 54% after only one treatment.
• Stops the progression of hair loss in 85% of the patients.
• Stimulates re-growth of hair.
• Repairs and improves hair shaft quality resulting in a 25% increase in volume.
• Dramatically prolongs the life of hair color and perms.
• Relieves irritating scalp conditions.
• When used post-operatively with hair transplantation, the newly transplanted hair follicles can forego their dormancy stage.
Is Laser Hair Therapy Safe?
Yes! The Laser Hair Therapy devise, (which is classified as a Certified Class 111A cosmetic laser) is recognized by the FDA and is approved for cosmetic use in the United States.
The energy produced by the photons does not have the thermal or heat component to cause burn injuries seen with other laser devices. This is a healing laser. Laser light energy does not change or alter molecular structures; it stimulates the body's mechanism to repair and heal itself.
Alternatives Treatments
After consulting with Dr. Melamed, he may determine that your pattern of hair loss is too advanced to benefit from the Laser Hair Restoration Program. He may refer you for alternative treatment options such as hair replacement.
Permagraft: Permagraft was created to overcome the limitations inherent in current non-surgical hair restoration. Permagraft's begins with 100% human hair
Folligraft: Folligraft is non-invasive hair replacement. This allows for the insertion of hair into a membrane that is layed on your scalp.
Graftique: This is an improved product from Folligraft. The improvement is in the graft itself, the thinnest, most porous layer of skin ever.
• Stops the progression of hair loss in 85% of the patients.
• Stimulates re-growth of hair.
• Repairs and improves hair shaft quality resulting in a 25% increase in volume.
• Dramatically prolongs the life of hair color and perms.
• Relieves irritating scalp conditions.
• When used post-operatively with hair transplantation, the newly transplanted hair follicles can forego their dormancy stage.
Is Laser Hair Therapy Safe?
Yes! The Laser Hair Therapy devise, (which is classified as a Certified Class 111A cosmetic laser) is recognized by the FDA and is approved for cosmetic use in the United States.
The energy produced by the photons does not have the thermal or heat component to cause burn injuries seen with other laser devices. This is a healing laser. Laser light energy does not change or alter molecular structures; it stimulates the body's mechanism to repair and heal itself.
Alternatives Treatments
After consulting with Dr. Melamed, he may determine that your pattern of hair loss is too advanced to benefit from the Laser Hair Restoration Program. He may refer you for alternative treatment options such as hair replacement.
Permagraft: Permagraft was created to overcome the limitations inherent in current non-surgical hair restoration. Permagraft's begins with 100% human hair
Folligraft: Folligraft is non-invasive hair replacement. This allows for the insertion of hair into a membrane that is layed on your scalp.
Graftique: This is an improved product from Folligraft. The improvement is in the graft itself, the thinnest, most porous layer of skin ever.
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