Understanding Your Hair Loss

Which Hair Loss Treatment is Right for Me?

Early to Moderate Hair Loss

Individuals at the onset of hair thinning or moderate hair loss will find non-invasive treatments beneficial. Even when follicle density remains relatively high in these early stages, the scalp can appear less full as individual hairs become finer. Hair transplants are often not an option at this point because the existing density doesn’t leave enough room for successful implantation.
Treatments aimed at thickening hair, reversing the thinning process, and preventing balding are more suitable and can prevent the progression of hair loss. Early intervention maximizes treatment efficacy and helps avoid more invasive solutions later. Keeping hair at a consistent length throughout the treatment can also help in maintaining a natural look.

Advanced Hair Loss

For those experiencing advanced hair loss, a surgical hair transplant may not be immediately viable if the hair in the potential donor area is too thin or the follicles are too weak. In these later stages of hair loss, even if a costly transplant is performed, the visual improvement could be marginal since the transplanted hairs lack desired thickness.
Hair loss treatments at this point can play a crucial role in improving the health and robustness of the remaining hair. By strengthening existing hair and enhancing scalp health, these non-invasive treatments will improve the appearance of the hair and may help individuals qualify for future surgical options. Ensuring that donor hair is thick and strong is essential for a successful hair transplant and achieving satisfying post-surgery results.

What Causes Hair Loss?

Hair loss affects both men and women and can result from genetic, hormonal, and environmental factors. Men often see it as male-pattern baldness with a receding hairline and crown thinning. Women experience a similar genetic condition, female-pattern baldness, with diffuse thinning primarily at the crown. Hormonal changes, medical conditions, certain medications, and stress can also cause hair thinning and loss for both genders. Identifying the exact cause is essential for effective, personalized treatment. In addition, various other signal transmitters interact with each other to control hair growth and hair regression; however, hair loss may occur if the interaction between these transmitters is out of balance.