Hair loss and/or thinning hair is a problem that affects both men and women. DHT is a by-product of testosterone and is the cause of hair loss in 95 percent of men and 70 percent of women. Other causes include autoimmune diseases, prescription drugs, iron deficiencies, stress, hormonal changes and thyroid disease.
There are several options available to deal with hair loss. Hair clubs generally suggest that clients shave their heads and then be fitted with a custom hairpiece for a cost of $3,000 to $8,000 a year. Hair transplants involve surgery and can be extremely painful. You can expect to pay anywhere from $3,000 to $10,000 per transplant and may require up to four transplants. Minoxidil (Rogaine) and Finasteride (Propecia) have been proven to re-grow hair. Minoxidil, which is meant to dilate the blood vessels providing more blood flow to the follicle and hair shaft, can only work below the dermal layer. If the scalp is unhealthy and the hair follicles are clogged, the Minoxidil sits on the surface irritating the scalp and preventing it from reaching the root where it can work effectively. Finasteride works best early in the hair loss cycle, but cannot be taken by women and can have unpleasant side effects for men.
Today’s best treatments for the re-growth of hair are multi-faceted and include laser therapy. In February 2007, the FDA found that the low level laser therapy (LLLT) was not only safe but was able to effectively re-grow hair in 94 percent of the people involved in the study.
Hair Loss Treatment Clinic is the first and only clinic in Santa Clarita to offer its residents a program to re-grow their own hair. We are a doctor directed facility incorporating the FDA approved laser technology and patented products including, higher strengths of Minoxidil formulated with a carrier solution that delivers it to the root of the hair and DHT blockers that do not have dangerous side effects. These products are completely safe for both men and women.
The Hair Loss Treatment Clinic offers a free consultation with certified hair loss consultants trained by professionals with over 20 years experience in the field.
For more information, please call 661-294-6880.