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Hair Loss Can Be A Difficult Issue To Deal With, Especially If It Happens Earlier Than You Expected.

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In many cases, hair loss occurs due to genetics. Even so, it can occur at different times for different people and proceed in varying degrees. Some men with male pattern baldness may not lose their hair until they are well into their 40s or 50s; for others, it may start in their 20s. Some men may experience hair loss gradually, where the hair thins for several years with a bald spot appearing only much later. Or, hair loss can occur relatively quickly, with a bald spot making its appearance within a year. Individuals from the same family may even experience hair loss in different ways.

Because many people associate hair loss with aging, even a young man with hair loss can appear much older. This means a man with hair loss in his 20s may appear as if he is in his 30s or older. How much older a person looks depends entirely on their looks and the type and severity of hair loss.

While we may be resigned to the fact that all of us age – no one ever really wants to look older if they can help it. If hair loss is making you appear older than your years, it can negatively affect your confidence, self-esteem, and personal life.

But don’t lose hope. If you suffer from hair loss, there are a variety of long-term treatment options that can help you get your hair back, so you can feel and look younger and be more confident.

Medications

There are over-the-counter and prescription medications available that can prevent hair loss and even help regrow hair. These medications include minoxidil and finasteride. You can also get oral medications that will help you stop hair loss. There are a lot of options available on the market that may be able to help you with your hair loss. The best person to suggest medications a hair loss specialist. These individuals can assess your hair loss and recommend the right products for you.

Surgery  

Hair transplant surgeries are effective for hair loss situations that cannot be fixed through medication.

There are several hair transplant procedures that are affordable, safe, and offer great results. The type of procedure that is right for you depends on your hair loss, budget, and preference. A hair transplant surgeon is the best person to speak to when deciding on which procedure you should get done.

If you are suffering from hair loss and feel like you look older than you really are, talk to a hair restoration doctor about what options are available to you. With so many treatment options, there is definitely something ideal for your particular situation.

If you are looking for a way to restore your hair for a fuller head of hair and a more youthful appearance, MAXiM Hair Restoration can help you find the right hair restoration solution for you. Request an appointment at one of our locations today.

 

Is a Hair Transplant Painful?

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One of the most popular plastic surgery procedures among men and women is a hair transplant.

Thinning hair and balding can make a person look older and feel less confident. However, there are safe and effective procedures available today to have hair regrow in desired areas. Among all plastic surgery procedures, a hair transplant is probably one of the least painful procedures available. However, this does not mean it is painless. The amount of pain an individual will experience from a hair transplant procedure depends on the type of hair transplant procedure they are having.

Types of Hair Transplant Procedures

While there are a lot of hair transplant options such as hair plugs, hair implants, and stem cell therapy, two of the most popular hair transplant procedures are follicular unit transplants and follicular unit excisions. Here are more information on both of these procedures.

  • Follicular Unit Transplant (FUT) – An FUT is a hair transplant procedure that involves a hair restoration surgeon removing healthy hair follicles in small strips from a donor area. The strips of follicles are then divided into hair grafts that will be inserted into the desired area. FUT requires an incision at the donor area site and will result in minor scarring in the donor area. However, because the small strips from the donor area typically occur at the back of the head where hair is thick, scarring won’t be easily visible. 
  • Follicular Unit Excision (FUE) – An FUE is a hair transplant procedure that involves a hair restoration surgeon removing individual hair follicles (instead if strips). The FUE procedure leaves little scarring, takes a lot longer, but involves a faster recovery period.

Pain During the Procedure

During both of these procedures, you will be given local anesthesia to make the procedure comfortable for you. Removing and placing hair follicles can be a painful process, especially in FUT procedures because of the incision made at the donor area. However, if there is any pain while the procedure is being done, you won’t feel it because of the anesthesia.

Keep in mind that individuals who have hair transplants are awake during the procedure. Local anesthesia will numb the area, but you will be aware of everything that is happening and may feel a slight pulling or tugging on your head.

Pain After the Procedure

After the procedure is completed, it is normal to experience minor pain, swelling, and redness on the scalp – especially in the case of individuals who opt for a FUT procedure as it involves the surgical removal of strips of hair follicles. Your doctor may prescribe painkillers to help with the pain and antibiotics to reduce any chance of infection.

Although hair transplant procedures are not painful, it is important to note that everyone has a different pain threshold. If you are concerned, talk with your hair restoration surgeon about the procedure, and what he or she can do to help you feel as comfortable as possible throughout your hair transplant journey.

If you are looking for a way to restore your hair for a fuller head of hair, MAXiM Hair Restoration can help you find the right hair restoration solution for you. Request an appointment at one of our locations today.

How Eczema and Other Skin Disorders Affect Hair

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There are many skin disorders and conditions which can affect a person’s hair, because the hair grows on the scalp – which (surprise!) is of course covered in skin. While skin conditions that appear on the rest of the body are more apparent because they are visible, skin conditions that affect the scalp are just as important to deal with.

Certain skin conditions can affect your hair and cause cosmetic and hair loss issues. Below are some common skin disorders that can affect your hair:

Eczema

According to the National Eczema Foundation, eczema is a common skin condition that causes the skin to be red, inflamed, and itchy. More than 30 million people across the U.S. have eczema.

There are several types of eczema such as contact dermatitis, atopic dermatitis, stasis dermatitis, nummular eczema, and more. Eczema can range from mild to severe, and flare-ups can happen at any time.

There are a variety of things that can trigger eczema, including hormones, allergies, stress, certain medications, and genetics.

Because eczema causes itchy and inflamed skin anywhere on the body, it can also happen near or on the scalp. This is called scalp eczema or seborrheic dermatitis. This type of eczema causes red, scaly, itchy patches to form on the scalp.

Your hair can be affected by this condition because flakes come off the eczema patches when you scratch them. It can also cause hair to be greasy or waxy.

While the symptoms for this type of eczema is very similar to other forms of the skin condition, its effects on the scalp are mostly cosmetic. The flakes come off and get trapped in the hair and look similar to dandruff flakes. The greasy or waxy look of the hair may require more frequent washing.

Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a skin condition that causes red, scaly patches to appear on the skin, and these patches differ from eczema in that they tend to be raised and well-defined. Psoriasis makes the skin extremely itchy and inflamed, and repeated itching can cause skin infections.

Scalp psoriasis can happen anywhere on the scalp and can spread to your neck, forehead, or ears. Psoriasis is not contagious, and it is likely caused by an immune system or genetic issue.

Like eczema on the scalp, psoriasis causes flakes to come off that look similar to dandruff. It can also cause burning or soreness if the area becomes inflamed or due to repeated scratching. While psoriasis itself does not cause hair loss, too much pitching can lead to hair loss – so individuals with scalp psoriasis have to be cautious in how they deal with it.

Tinea Capitis

Tinea capitis, or ringworm of the scalp, is a fungal skin infection that develops near the scalp. It causes circular, scaly patches to form on the scalp and can be very itchy.

Tinea capitis is highly contagious and is more common among children. The condition can cause hair to become brittle and temporarily fall out. It can also cause the scalp to be inflamed and painful.

If this condition goes untreated for a long period of time and continues to get worse, there may be permanent hair loss.

Who Can Help Me With My Hair Loss?

Hair loss can be caused a variety of reasons, including skin disorders. If you have a skin disorder that is affecting your hair, it’s important to talk to a professional about treatment options as soon as possible.

If you are looking for a way to restore your hair, the experts at Maxim Hair Restoration can help you find the right hair restoration solution for you. Request an appointment at one of our locations today. We look forward to helping you.

 

 

 

Five Myths About Men’s Hair Loss You Believe

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There is a lot of “fake news” around men’s hair loss. For as long as men have suffered from hair loss, people have spread myths and tall tales about what causes hair loss, what makes it worse, and ways to cure it. It’s possible some of the things you “know” about hair loss is not really true. The best person to talk to about the causes of hair loss and what you can do about it is a hair transplant specialist. Check out the myths about men’s hair loss below and see how many of them you believed to be true!

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Is Hair Transplant Safe?

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A hair transplant simply is removing a graft of scalp from a spot on the head that has sufficient hair and placing it in a spot where more hair is desired. The spot from which the scalp is removed is the donor site. The recipient site, where new hair will grow, is where the scalp is grafted.

Hair transplant surgery can be conducted in the hospital or at a doctor’s office, either under local or general anesthesia. This will depend on the extent of the surgery that is how many grafts will be made and how long the surgery will take.

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What is Scalp Micro-pigmentation?

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There are several terms that are synonymous with micro-pigmentation:  derma-pigmentation, (the permanent pigmentation of the dermis) cosmetic tattooing and permanent tattooing. They all mean the same thing. Micro-pigmentation is the process by which permanent make-up, (iron-oxide pigment) is tattooed onto a desired area of skin. Of course, scalp micro-pigmentation is applied to the scalp.

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Is It Possible to Transplant Hair to Eyebrows?

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eyebrow-transplant-procedureYou probably already know that it’s possible to transplant hair to the scalp. However, you might be wondering: is it possible to transplant hair to eyebrows?

The short answer is a simple “yes.” However, a simple “yes” might not provide you with all the information you’re seeking. What you might be wondering is how an eyebrow transplant in Beverly Hills would work.

If so, you’re in the right place. This article will not only explain how an eyebrow transplant works, but why eyebrow transplants are beneficial in the first place. Let’s get into the specifics! [Read more…]