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COLLAGEN INDUCTION THERAPY

Minimally invasive procedure. Improves blood flow to the scalp. Can be combined with a hair transplant. NON-SURGICAL HAIR RESTORATION

Price

Collagen induction therapy is highly affordable by its very nature!

Duration

Each session takes approximately 30 to 60 minutes.

Anesthesia

We use local anesthesia, so you can get back to work the same day.

TECHNIQUE

We start with a topical anesthetic. Then, we apply an FDA-cleared electronically motorized device. This device contains 14 microneedles set to a 0.25 to 2.5 mm depth. They extend to the interadermal layer of your scalp, creating a controlled trauma to stimulate collagen growth. Next, we apply a soothing balm or serum to avoid disrupting your day.

Technique

PREPARATION

This procedure requires minimum preparation or follow-up, but we will provide you with written instructions. After this procedure, most people experience little more than a bit of swelling, redness, or bruising.

ADVANTAGES

Microneedling (CIT) increases collagen production in your scalp. It also causes guided tissue trauma that triggers the human body's natural platelet response, driving growth factors and other valuable substances to repair your scalp. These growth components are known to be beneficial for the restoration of hair follicles and may improve the health, texture, and volume of your hair. Plus, this procedure improves the absorption of  Fin#$%^&*(), minoxidil, and other topical serums and steroids. This procedure can help with Alopecia, Lichen Planus, and related disorders. It can also help stimulate hair growth after a transplant.

Advantages

OUR Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) DOCTORS & CLINICIANS

Lawrence Barnard, DO
Lawrence Barnard, DO
New York, NY & Long Island, NY

An award-winning hair transplant physician who holds clinical leadership positions at multiple hospitals. Patients love his caring, courteous bedside manner and the excellent results he achieves for them!

Goran A. Jezic, MD
Goran A. Jezic, MD
Houston, TX

A dual-Board Certified hair transplant doctor with over two decades of experience. Dr. Jezic has worked extensively with FUE, the NeoGraft, and the ATERA FUE systems.

Kristopher Hamwi, MD
Kristopher Hamwi, MD
Sarasota, FL

Dr. Kristopher Hamwi is recognized as one of the country's top plastic surgeons. He has trained at distinguished institutions like Harvard University and Georgetown University.

Stefan Thiele, MD
Stefan Thiele, MD
Dallas-Fort Worth, TX

A doctor with years of hair transplant and cosmetic surgery experience who remains fully involved in the hair transplant procedure. He's excellent at medical management, pre-op, follow-up, and patient care.

Rhonda Daniels, PA-C
Rhonda Daniels, PA-C
New York, NY & Long Island, NY

MAXIM's Clinical Director and an experienced clinician who trains others on FUE hair transplants and does them herself. Trained on multiple FUE technology platforms. Her patient satisfaction record is second to none!

Sia Gieger, PA-C
Sia Gieger, PA-C
Sarasota, FL

Clinician Gieger has undergone extensive training under renowned hair transplant surgeon Dr. Kristopher Hamwi. She combines her education in the Arts and Sciences to provide individualized, natural results.

Josh Simpson, MS-PAC

Clinically trained at Johns Hopkins, Clinician Simpson has performed FUE procedures for over a decade. He is an outstanding injector and FUE harvester, especially skilled at scar mitigation.

Joseph Bryce Hart, RN
Joseph Bryce Hart, RN
Long Island, NY & Paramus, NJ

One of the few registered nurses in the world with extensive expertise restoring and preventing hair loss through non-surgical methods. Nurse Hart is also skilled in the FUE method.

Lisa Marie Jayme, MD
Lisa Marie Jayme, MD
Cebu, Philippines

A caring, experienced, hands-on plastic and hair transplant surgeon with a detailed, aesthetic eye. A hands-on clinician who has published numerous research articles and who has performed thousands of cosmetic surgery procedures.

Ryan Paraiso, MD
Ryan Paraiso, MD
Manila & Cebu, Philippines

An experienced plastic surgeon who is capable of delivering FUE procedures with nearly invisible scars and natural hairlines. His results are always attractive and natural-looking!

John Michael Gerard Abenojar, MD
John Michael Gerard Abenojar, MD
Manila & Cebu, Philippines

A Diplomate of the Philippine Board of Plastic Surgery and a fellow of the Philippine Association of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgeons. Adept at pain management.

Ashley Magee, MD
Ashley Magee, MD
Phoenix, AZ

Dr. Magee is a hands-on clinician who combines her skill in teaching and education in medicine to provide individualized, natural results to her clients. She never delegates anesthesia, harvesting, or site-making to technicians.

Gus Diaz, MD
Gus Diaz, MD
Charlotte, NC

A Board-Certified physician specializing in cosmetic surgery, including hair transplant surgeries. Dr. Diaz has been a national speaker on the subject of plastic surgery for over two decades and a dedicated, hands-on provider.

Mark Boles, MD
Mark Boles, MD
Philadelphia & Pittsburgh

Twenty-five years of experience and over 10,000 transplants to date. Among the first physicians part of the hair transplant evolution. Highly skilled in FUE, FUT, non-surgical hair restoration, anti-aging therapy, and men’s sexual health & wellness.

Marcelo Acosta, PA-C
Marcelo Acosta, PA-C
New York City & Long Island

Clinician Marcelo Acosta has over 20 years of experience as a clinician, including over 10 years in outpatient ambulatory surgery. He devotes himself to impeccable care and unparalleled expertise. He is qualified in aesthetic medicine hair transplants and experienced in H&P imaging.

Leslie Pickens, M.D.
Leslie Pickens, M.D.
Northern Virginia (VA)

Over 30 yrs. physician experience Board Certified Hair loss, wellness, facial aesthetics, telemedicine, emergency, trauma and other experience. Educated at Tulane and Emory Universities.

Theresa Lu, PA-C
Theresa Lu, PA-C
Alexandria, VA

Experienced in FUE hair transplants and non-surgical hair restoration, they are a certified Physician Assistant with a dermatology background.

NIRANJAN SHINTRE, M.D., F.A.C.S.
NIRANJAN SHINTRE, M.D., F.A.C.S.
South Florida - Boca Raton, Ft. Lauderdale, West Palm Beach and Hollywood

Performs FUE Hair Restoration, Hair Transplants, PRP Hair Therapy, and Stem Cell Hair Therapy procedures in Florida. Specialized in FUE Hair Transplant Surgery. FUE Hair Transplants - Facial, Beard, Mustache, and Eyebrow hair transplants using NEOGRAFT and ATERA FUE Technologies.

Collagen

Collagen is a natural substance in our body. It helps build up our skin, muscles, tendons, bones, and ligaments. It also produces keratin: the primary protein that generates hair. As we age, the amount of collagen in our system naturally declines, but our body retains the ability to produce it. By inducing the scalp to produce more collagen we in turn prompt the body to produce more hair. CIT signals the body to create collagen in the scalp area specifically.

CIT Overview

The CIT procedure involves the use of a roller equipped with tiny needles. Needle sizes range from 0.25 mm to 3 mm. The idea is to produce equally tiny injuries that trigger the skin's natural healing process, provoking the release of collagen and stimulating hair growth. The procedure is so fast that you can get it done in a single afternoon. It requires no surgery and produces no scarring. We recommend scheduling treatments every two to three weeks over a 90 day period.

CIT Anesthetic

To ensure that the process is as pain-free as possible, we apply a topical anesthetic roughly 45 minutes before the procedure begins. Many of our clients read a book, watch a TV show, or listen to a podcast while the procedure is happening. Some even take a nap. Most don't feel anything at all. There may be some redness or bruising after the procedure, but those are the only effects you should expect.

CIT Results

Those who complete the full course of CIT services generally show visible improvements in the thickness and strength of their hair within 90 days. CIT is an outstanding therapy for individuals suffering from minor hair loss. We also often combine it with other procedures to provide outstanding results. For example, we can combine it with scalp micropigmentation to create a natural look composed both of our medical grade pigments, and of your own natural hair.

CIT Cost

As a non-surgical procedure, CIT is naturally very affordable on its own. Most clients can complete a full round of procedures for less than $1000. We offer package pricing on all treatments. Those who need help paying for their CIT therapy can ask us about our 0% 12-month financing plans to make it even more affordable.

NO SURGERY

CIT is an outstanding solution for people seeking non-surgical hair restoration treatments. If you're otherwise healthy with mild to moderate hair loss CIT alone may help you enjoy a beautiful head of hair. It can put an end to patching and thinning and can slow or stop additional hair loss.

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VISIBLE RESULTS

After a full course of CIT treatments you should be able to see the results. Your natural hair should be growing in thicker and fuller. While CIT can't address specific problem areas, many people find that it's sufficient to address the spots they're most worried about.

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RAPID RECOVERY

There's no cutting or scarring to worry about, and you can go back to work the same day. The worst you'll experience is a little bruising or redness which tends to clear up in a day or so. The microneedling wounds are so small that they rarely even cause bleeding.

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UNLIMITED STYLE OPTIONS

Other procedures can limit your style options by their very nature. But CIT promotes your natural hair growth. Thus, you can continue to wear your hair in any style that works for you.

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CLINICIAN LED

Clinicians administer CIT treatment to ensure the highest standards of hygiene, care, precision, and results. Our clinicians are some of the best in their field, so you can trust that the procedure will bring you the results you're looking for. If we don't feel they will, we'll recommend a more aggressive treatment or a hybrid approach.

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frequently asked questions

During the Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) procedure, our skilled surgeons at MAXIM will apply a topical anesthetic, so you feel no discomfort during the process and are free to distract yourself with something like TV. Next, a roller device with 0.25-3 mm needles is used on the scalp. The needles will extend to the middle layer of the skin. A soothing balm or serum will then be applied after treatment is finished.

The Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) procedure is an effective and powerful procedure that has several advantages over other hair related treatments. Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) is for one a non-surgical treatment, so you don't have to worry about the potential risks and effects of surgery like scarring. Because of the lack of surgery, it is a minimally invasive and fast procedure, only lasting for 30 minutes to 1 hour per session. Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) treatment can also increase the natural collagen production of the body and regenerate hair follicles while improving overall hair health. Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) also has numerous anti-aging benefits and improves absorption of minoxidil/Rogaine and topical steroids. Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) can be used to help with Alopecia, Lichen Planus & related disorders.

Patients can typically expect the full Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) procedure to last 30 minutes to 1 hour each session.

Yes! Our skilled team will administer topical anesthesia to the patient prior to performing the Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) procedure. The process is expected to last only about 30 minutes to 1 hour, so you won't have to set aside a large block of your day to dedicate toward the procedure. You can simply watch TV or take a very short nap.

The price of Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) varies depending upon the size of the scalp to be treated, condition and other factors. We at MAXIM wish for everybody to know the joy of having beautiful, natural-looking hair. We don't think money should be a barrier to a patient's happiness. Our team wants as many people as possible to have access to the Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) procedure so we offer both affordable pricing and 0% financing at our US locations.

Our talented team of specialists will make sure to provide all patients with detailed written pre and post-op instructions for all procedures. However, Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) due to being a minimally invasive and non-surgical procedure has minimal preparation and follow-up. You can, however, expect some redness or bruising following treatment.

Our skilled and experienced team is well versed in the latest and greatest hair techniques that will give you the natural look you've been craving. Our doctors are surgeons. They are specialists and some of the best in their field. We perform the Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) procedure in a professional and clinical environment with dedicated technicians. We also make our services accessible to as many people as possible, so if you have been deterred in the past by the high prices of other companies, don't worry! Here at MAXIM, we offer affordable pricing and 0% financing! So what are you waiting for? Schedule a free consultation with our team today and get the hair that you deserve.

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