Hair Loss Treatment

It is normal to shed approximately 100–150 hairs per day as part of the natural hair growth cycle. Hair loss becomes concerning when shedding increases significantly, hair does not regrow as expected, or patients notice thinning areas, widening of the part, decreased density, or patchy hair loss.

Hair thinning and hair loss can occur for many reasons, including genetics, hormonal changes, stress, medical conditions, nutritional deficiencies, inflammation, or disruption of the normal hair growth cycle. Some forms of hair loss are temporary, while others may become permanent if left untreated.

Early evaluation is important, as identifying the underlying cause can help guide treatment and improve outcomes. Hair loss can also affect confidence and quality of life. At Dermatology & Skin Health, we provide comprehensive evaluation and personalized treatment plans to help patients restore both hair health and self-confidence.

Hair loss can occur for many different reasons. The most common cause is hereditary thinning, also known as androgenetic alopecia, but there are many other temporary and treatable causes as well.

Androgenetic Alopecia
Also known as male or female pattern hair loss, this hereditary condition typically causes gradual thinning along the crown, widening of the part, or a receding hairline.

Alopecia Areata
An autoimmune condition that causes sudden, patchy hair loss.

Telogen Effluvium
A temporary form of hair shedding often triggered by stress, illness, surgery, weight loss, hormonal changes, or medications. Hair follicles prematurely shift into the resting (telogen) phase of the hair cycle.

Scarring Alopecia
A group of inflammatory conditions that damage and permanently destroy hair follicles, leading to irreversible hair loss if untreated.

Trichotillomania
A hair-pulling disorder in which patients experience repetitive urges to pull hair from the scalp, eyebrows, or other areas.

Medications and Medical Treatments
Certain medications, including some blood thinners, vitamin A derivatives, antidepressants, blood pressure medications, and arthritis treatments, may contribute to hair loss. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy can also cause significant shedding.

Hormonal Changes
Hormonal fluctuations related to pregnancy, childbirth, menopause, thyroid disease, or hormone therapy may contribute to hair thinning.

Nutritional Deficiencies
Low levels of iron, protein, vitamin D, or other nutrients can impact healthy hair growth.

Medical Conditions
Underlying medical conditions such as thyroid disease, lupus, diabetes, anemia, and scalp infections can lead to hair loss.

Scalp Conditions
Inflammatory or infectious scalp conditions, including seborrheic dermatitis or tinea capitis (scalp ringworm), may interfere with normal hair growth.

Hair Styling and Hair Care Practices
Frequent heat styling, chemical treatments, tight hairstyles, or excessive tension on the hair may lead to breakage or traction alopecia over time.

Effective hair loss treatment starts with an accurate diagnosis. At Dermatology & Skin Health, we perform a comprehensive evaluation to determine the underlying cause of hair thinning or shedding and develop a personalized treatment plan based on each patient’s needs and goals.

Consultation and Evaluation
Your visit begins with a detailed consultation, scalp examination, and medical history review. In some cases, laboratory testing or additional evaluation may be recommended to identify contributing factors such as hormonal changes, nutritional deficiencies, stress, inflammation, or underlying medical conditions.

Medical Treatments
Many forms of hair loss can be improved with topical or oral medications designed to support healthy hair growth and reduce ongoing shedding. Treatment options may include:

1. Topical minoxidil or oral minoxidil
2. Oral finasteride or spironolactone (when appropriate)

Treatment of underlying medical conditions contributing to hair loss
The best treatment depends on the type of hair loss, stage of progression, and overall health of the patient.

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)
PRP is a non-surgical treatment option that uses growth factors derived from the patient’s own blood to support scalp and hair follicle health. PRP injections may help improve hair density, strengthen existing hair, and stimulate regrowth in patients experiencing thinning or shedding.

Hair Transplantation
For appropriate candidates, hair transplantation may provide a long-term solution for hair restoration. Dermatology & Skin Health offers follicular unit extraction (FUE) using SmartGraft® technology to harvest and transplant healthy hair follicles into areas of thinning or hair loss.

Personalized Hair Restoration Care
Whether you are experiencing androgenetic alopecia, alopecia areata, telogen effluvium, or another form of hair loss, our team is committed to creating an individualized treatment plan to help restore hair health and confidence.