Category: Hair Loss
Why should I do a PRP treatment on the day of a hair transplant?
Platelet rich plasma (PRP) is a relatively new treatment for hair that is used to treat hair with growth factors from the platelets in the patient’s own blood. The plasma is take from a patient’s blood and then injected into the scalp. The platelets release many growth factors around the follicles of the hair and […]
Can stress cause hair loss?
There are many factors that can contribute to thinning hair and hair loss. The most common, and one that people are most familiar with, is Dihydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT is the main contributing factor in male pattern loss, and DHT has been shown to cause hairs to thin, and, over time, fall out. However, stress can […]
Can Coconut Oil Cure My Hair Loss?
Coconut oil has many benefits for hair, however, it will not cure the mechanism of baldness. Coconut oil does a great job of conditioning the scalp and contains many nutrients that help the hair to grow thicker, stronger, and faster. It is a great thing to use to improve hair and scalp health. However, the […]
Can Stress Cause Hair Loss?
Yes, stress can contribute to hair loss. Stress has been associated with telogen effluvium, which is a normal “resting” stage of the hair cycle. However, stress can push an inordinate number of hairs into this resting phase during which the hair is thin and susceptible to falling out. This can give the impression of very […]
Does Laser Therapy Work For Hair Loss?
Laser therapy has become a popular option to help treat hair loss. There are many different products that offer laser therapy. It is usually a hat or helmet that has many laser diodes in it and the laser emits red light with a wavelength of 630-670 nanometers. This very specific range of wavelength can be […]
Does Daily Hair Loss Lead To Balding?
Many people worry about thinning hair and balding when they see hair falling out in the shower or when they run their hands through their hair. This could be an early sign of balding but is usually the natural process your body goes through as new hair grows in place of the hair that falls […]
