Best Hair Loss Treatments In 2024
“I am a practicing doctor. I have suffered from baldness from the start of my medical school. The situation was getting worse and it was affecting my confidence level.
Despite being in the medical field, I was still a little scared of the surgery. My wedding was planned for the next year. So I franticly started searching for hair loss treatments.
I pushed myself and made one of the best decisions of my life.
I booked an appointment with a hair restoration surgeon and discussed everything. The very next week, I got my FUE done. Results start appearing after 4 months and reached a maximum in about one and a half years.
I regained my young look & confidence. I am very happy and satisfied that I made that decision.”
Dr. Edwards
1. Impacts of Hair Loss
Are you losing your confidence because of the hair loss and even minoxidil isn’t working anymore?
Do you get those sarcastic comments due to your growing bald spot and “the side effect” of finasteride is making things crazier?
Hair loss can hit you hard psychologically. It is devastating for both men and women. In almost every society, healthy hair is linked to beauty and youth.
In the past, people used those ugly wigs, which could be spotted instantly.
Thanks to advancements in surgical sciences, now there are real solutions. Have you heard about these techniques, e.g. FUE, but reluctant to proceed just because of myths?
We will give you up to date information, bust those myths, and give you that “extra push” to make an informed decision.
2. Possible Reasons for Hair Loss
The following are the most common reasons for hair loss:
- Family history (heredity)-common cause of hair loss.
- Hormonal issues and medical problems
- Certain Drugs
- Radiation therapy
- Stress
- Unhealthy hair treatments
- Whatever the reason for hair loss is, your doctor will advise you about the best possible treatment.
3. Surgical Hair Loss Treatments
The following are the latest options available:
3.1 Follicular Unit Extraction – FUE
A commonly performed procedure for hair transplant is FUE. Baldness mainly affects the front and the center of the head. Sides and back of the head are often spared.
In this procedure, a micro punch takes the grafts from the back of the scalp. It is a tiny instrument near to the thickness of the tip of a pen. The surgeon extracts the grafts in such a manner that the visible density of the back hair remains unaffected.
Then he/she inserts the grafts in front of the scalp in a pre-designed area to give a natural and thickened look. The advantages of this technique are no to minimal scarring, no loss of the head surface area, and no visible cut like strip method.
But it is a long procedure and can give inadequate results if performed by inexperienced surgeon and team. There are a few limitations to this procedure too. One may be the less dense donor area. Your hair restoration doctor will examine and discuss with you the best solution for you.
3.2 Follicular Unit Transplantation – FUT – Strip Method
It is the traditional way of hair transplantation which involves the removal of a hair strip from the back of the scalp. The strip is then dissected into smaller units of 1 to 4 hairs. These are then transplanted to the recipient area.
The advantages of this procedure are it is relatively less time taking. But you get a scar line from where the strip was taken. An experienced surgeon can make it less visible if the stitches are done properly.
The surgeon will tell you if you are a suitable candidate for FUE after an examination.
3.3 Platelet Rich Plasma-PRP
A technique with vast applications in the medical field, the use of PRP in the hair restoration field is not new. This technique revitalizes your dying hair follicle just like the water does to the dry grass.
It is a single day, easy, and short procedure. It is prepared by taking approximately 30 to 60 ml of your blood. Blood is centrifuged and the thin layer of platelet-rich plasma is separated. It can be then mixed with certain drugs to enhance the function. This PRP preparation is injected into the bald area.
PRP nourishes the hair follicles and establishes a “blood bed” for the area. Your surgeon may also advise you to get PRP before hair transplant to make the field prepared to receive the graft. This technique has almost negligible or no side effects.
Discuss with your hair doctor about the hair improvement and other applications of PRP. If you do not have a hair doctor that you trust yet, talk to us and we will point you in the right direction.
3.4 Body Hair Transplant
Don’t worry if you have a weak donor area on the back of the head. An experienced surgeon can extract the hair graft from other parts of the body e.g. chest.
Again it must be performed by an experienced surgeon to get excellent results. Remember that we are always here to help you choose the right option.
3.5 Hair Repair Surgery
If you have suffered from the bad results of previous surgery, you may plan to get hair repair surgery. An expert hair restoration surgeon can give you improved results but a more realistic approach should be discussed first.
It is very important to make sure that your doctor is indeed certified to do hair restoration procedures as there are a lot of people posing as hair surgeons out there without any formal qualifications. The results can really be disastrous.
Hair Surgery is not just another surgical procedure, it is almost an art form that is practised and perfected over many years.
You are welcome to talk to us and we will provide you with a trusted hair specialist in your area that specialises in the procedure that you need. For the best outcome, do a quick Online Hair Assessment, it is absolutely free.
3.6 Scalp Micro Pigmentation
It is a non-surgical approach that creates a camouflage and gives a look of a shaved head. It is done for people who are afraid of surgery. It can be used in conjunction with a hair transplant to create a denser look.
Talk to us about the expected pre and post results of this treatment.
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The Bottom-Line
Advancements in hair restoration surgeries are changing the lives of people every day. You can get a new energetic look and get a skyrocketed confidence level after the graft.
You can’t decide just by searching the internet. You may get the information but not the experience of the surgeon.
So, complete our Free Online Assessment and we will make sure to answer all your questions and point you to a hair loss specialist in your area. Let us help you overcome your fears, and change your life.