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PCOS and Thinning Hair: What Are My Hair Restoration Options?

September is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) month. Are you part of the 20%-30% of women with PCOS who experience hair loss? Platelet-rich plasma therapy is a safe and effective way to improve healthy hair growth in as little as three months.
Sep 6th, 2023

5 Encouraging Facts About Propecia
Do you see bald spots every time you look in the mirror? One in two men over age 40 is affected by male pattern baldness. Propecia is an easy, noninvasive hair restoration method that stops balding in its tracks for a more youthful appearance.
Aug 8th, 2023

All About Follicular Micrografts
Getting older comes with more experience, but it also comes with unwanted changes — like hair loss. Follicular micrografts are the most natural way to improve your hairline by transplanting individual hair strands for seamless integration.
Jul 4th, 2023

6 Hair Restoration Techniques to Consider
Losing your hair can make you look older than you feel. 40% of men experience hair loss by age 35. Hair loss can be hard to talk about, but the sooner you come to terms with it, the sooner you can improve it. Here are six hair restoration techniques to con
Jun 28th, 2023

Emotional Benefits of Hair Loss Treatment
Hair loss is hard to endure but very common — 85% of men experience noticeable hair loss by age 50. You might know hair restoration has physical benefits, but do you know it has emotional benefits? Read on to discover how it can change your life.
May 15th, 2023

How Effective is Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) for Hair Loss?
Do you want fuller, thicker hair but don’t want to take medication or undergo surgery? The laser cap contains low-level laser therapy for hair you can run your fingers through. Read on the learn more about this safe and effective treatment.
Apr 3rd, 2023

4 Medical Treatments for Hair Loss
Losing your hair is a hard pill to swallow. While hair transplants might suit some, not everyone will go under the knife. Here are five medical treatments for hair restoration that don’t involve nips, tucks, or recovery time.
Mar 9th, 2023

Hair Loss and Hormones: Understanding the Link
Humans don’t need hair to survive, but most people prefer the look. Fifty million men experience balding every year due to androgenic alopecia — often linked to hormonal imbalances. Read on the discover the link between hormones and hair loss.
Feb 13th, 2023

At What Age is Hair Loss Common?
Does hair loss make it painful to look in the mirror? Everyone goes through life at a different rate, and everyone experiences hair loss at a different pace. Read on to find out what age hair loss commonly occurs and the most effective treatments.
Jan 18th, 2023

Hair Transplant vs. PRP Therapy: Which Is Right for Me?
Embarrassed. Old. Unconfident. These are just a few ways losing your hair makes you feel. Sometimes it can be hard to know where to start with hair restoration. Read on as we discuss hair transplants and platelet-rich plasma therapy.
Dec 6th, 2022

How Does Propecia Stimulate New Hair Growth?
Does your receding hairline make you feel unattractive? Propecia is an oral medication taken daily to increase hair growth and slow hair shedding for a healthy head of hair. Read on to learn if this safe, noninvasive, easy treatment is for you.
Nov 6th, 2022

How Your Genetics Influence Hair Loss
Did you know that 35 million men and 20 million women experience hair loss? Lifestyle factors may contribute to hair loss, but genetics play the largest role. Read on to discover the link between genetics and hair loss and what you can do about it.
Oct 1st, 2022

4 Benefits of Trying A Laser Cap for Hair Growth
Getting older comes with many changes — wrinkles, aches, and hair loss. Are you sick of bald spots clouding your appearance? The laser hair cap is a safe, FDA-approved treatment to stimulate dormant hair follicles and restore your hairline.
Sep 1st, 2022

How PRP Can Promote Hair Growth
Do you look older than you feel? Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a cutting-edge treatment that uses your blood to stimulate hair growth in dormant follicles. Get thicker, fuller hair and boost your confidence in just three months.
Aug 1st, 2022

7 Benefits of the Artas Hair Transplant System
Get the most out of your hair transplant procedure with the ARTAS® iX robotic system. Combining artificial intelligence and high-definition imaging, we restore your hair by replacing dormant follicles with active ones to regrow healthy, thick hair.
Jul 6th, 2022

Can Alopecia be Treated?
No one wants hair loss, but as we age it becomes common with 80 million Americans facing it. Of balding cases, 90% are caused by androgenetic alopecia, a genetic hair loss disorder. While it can’t be cured, it can be treated — here’s how.
May 1st, 2022

Understanding Your Medical Treatment Options for Hair Loss
Are you bothered by your hair loss? While hair transplants are a good option for some, not everyone is willing to undergo surgery. Medical treatments for hair loss are a safe, effective, and noninvasive way to get an attractive head of hair again.
Apr 1st, 2022

Can Propecia® Reduce My Baldness?
Of males, 50% will experience some degree of hair loss by the time they reach 50. Does your hair loss make you look older than you feel? Propecia® is an oral medication that can help stop hair loss in its tracks without any downtime.
Feb 1st, 2022

5 Benefits of the Laser Cap
While there are a lot of hair loss treatments on the market, most come with discomfort and long recovery times. A laser cap is a non-invasive treatment that uses low-level lasers to stimulate hair growth in as little as three months.
Jan 10th, 2022

When to Consider Hair Restoration
Some people aren’t bothered by hair loss. Others wish to improve their hairline to boost their confidence with a younger appearance. Hair restoration is a completely personal choice, but here are some signs of when you might consider it.
Nov 9th, 2021

PRP: The All-Natural Solution to Hair Loss
Bald patches. Thinning crown. Receding hairline. Are you part of the 50 million men and 30 million women who’ve experienced hair loss? Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a safe and natural treatment that helps you get your hair back. Read on to learn more.
Oct 10th, 2021

Regain Your Youthful Appearance with a Hair Transplant
Hair loss affects your appearance and may make you look older than your age. But with a hair transplant, you can restore your hair’s natural fullness and regain your youthful appearance. Click here to find out more.
Sep 21st, 2021

Why Is There A 4-6 Month Wait For New Hair Growth?
There is a 4-6 month wait before new hair grows after hair transplants or pharmaceutical treatment for hair loss. This is because the hair follicles have to shift from a resting stage to a growing stage.
Oct 18th, 2015

Urgent: Consumer Alert 9-24-2014
Be sure that a properly trained licensed physician or properly trained licensed allied health professional practicing within the scope of his or her license is responsible for your treatment.
Sep 24th, 2014

ISHRS Task Force Statement On Finasteride Side Effects
On April 29th, 2011, the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery published findings regarding the use of finasteride (Propecia©) and claims of persistent sexual side effects from a number of younger men.
Apr 29th, 2011