What Options Do I Have for Hair Restoration?

Today, there are several options for hair restoration including surgical and non-surgical restoration. One of the simplest options is simple wearing a hairpiece. There are many options for hairpieces available and some of them are quite natural appearing. The problem is that they are not permanent, will not grow, and have the possibility of detaching. So what are the other options – medications and surgery. Medications for hair loss Topical minoxidil (Rogaine) and oral finasteride... more

Hair loss treatment options for men and women: Men Rogaine (topical medication, somewhat works) Propecia (pill medication) LEDs (laser treatment) Follicular unit hair transplant (surgery) Women Rogaine  Spironolactone (pill medication) LEDs Follicular unit hair transplant

The best science around is the drug propecia which reduces the amount of hair loss in patients. The drug does not always grow new hair but is highly effective in controlling hair loss. There are many other products on the market but the only one that has science is rogaine.

I would set up an evaluation or consultation to discuss your concern with a physician who specializes in hair loss. They will evaluate the severity of your hair loss and formulate treatment options. I always recommend Propecia (for men) to prevent further hair loss and to stimulate new hair growth. However, if the hair loss is severe enough medication alone won’t take care of the problem. In that case, hair transplant surgery may be a good choice. more

No matter the treatment, stopping the loss of hair is the goal--which is usually about 80% successful. Regrowing the lost hair from nonsurgical treatments is much more difficult. The most important element to treating thinning hair is to properly diagnose the cause of hair loss. The most common cause is genetic patterned baldness which can occur in both men and women. Depending on the cause of hair loss and the age and sex of the patient, both non-surgical and surgical options are available.... more

Some of your treatment depends on your age.  For young people (<25 yo)  you should get started on something that will prevent further loss at the very least.  Propecia is an excellent medication, safe to use long-term and well tolerated.  The downside of this medication is it needs to be used pretty much forever.  If you stop using, your hair loss will resume.  Rogaine is an excellent adjunct, but if you are choosing one or the other, go with... more

There are several methods to restore or replace hair. (This assumes that there are no medical causes for your hair loss) Topical solutions to help maintain hair. Minoxidil (Rogaine): increases the blood flow to hair follicles Propecia (finasteride): blocks the breakdown product of testosterone that causes hair loss 2. Surgical solutions to replace hair. Mini and micro grafts with a donor strip method or follicular... more

I will assume you are male; men experience alopecia far more than women. Because you apparently are just starting to experience progressive hair loss, medical treatment with oral propecia is a reasonable choice. If you have good results you must take the medication the rest of your life. I personally am not a fan of rogaine. Surgical choices include hair transplants or rotation flaps such as the Fleming/Mayer Flap. Select a physician who uses all techniques. Do not forget that quality... more