The sooner treatment for excessive hair loss is initiated, the greater the chance of achieving better results.
People experiencing hair loss often first turn to specialized cosmetic products, such as anti-hair loss shampoos, nourishing creams, scalp lotions, and various herbal preparations. However, since the underlying issue runs deeper than it appears, these products do not provide a solution to hair loss. A hair transplant is the most effective method for addressing hair loss and its consequences but without drugs it does not have a sense.
Effective prevention of hair loss requires an accurate and timely diagnosis. While not every cause can be halted, in most cases, a hair transplant procedure is an option. This surgical hair restoration method is suitable for individuals with hair follicles that have been inactive for years. In the early stages of balding, the condition can be treated pharmacologically or with appropriate cosmetic products.
Non-surgical hair restoration.
One of the most effective non-surgical methods is pharmacotherapy and the use of 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors..
One of the most effective non-surgical methods is pharmacotherapy and the use of 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors.. The purpose of such a drug is to block the production of dihydrotestosterone, which is indirectly responsible for hair loss. Another method of preventing hair loss is the use of topical treatments—such as minoxidil, which is registered as a medication..
There are also other scalp treatments available that are rich in various nutrients, much like specialized shampoos. All the non-surgical hair restoration methods mentioned above will be less effective than a hair transplant.
To slow down excessive hair loss, it is also recommended to:
- massaging the scalp to improve blood circulation,
- using a dermapen,
- healthy eating,
- supplementation,
- an active lifestyle,
- avoiding stressful situations and strong hair styling products.
Surgical hair restoration.
Nowadays, we use micro-devices that allow hair restoration surgeries or procedures to be performed in a less invasive manner. A Google search reveals a wealth of information on FUT and FUE hair transplant methods, which predate the less invasive Micro FUE technique.
Method FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation) method involves excising a strip of skin from the back of the head. The plastic surgeon sutures the skin at the excision site, though a visible scar remains. The next stage involves dividing the excised skin into hair follicles, which are then implanted into the recipient area.
Method FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) It is less invasive and painless. It involves the individual extraction of each hair follicle to be transplanted from the occipital region. There is no need to excise a strip of skin—which would leave a scar in the donor area—and the procedure allows for the extraction of up to 5,000 hair follicles.
