Non-Surgical Treatments
AFTER
BEFORE
Non-Surgical Treatments
HAIR + SCALP THERAPY
HAIR GROWTH MEDICATIONS
Individuals with hair thinning and/or hair shedding may benefit from certain hair growth medications. The two most common treatments are Finasteride (brand name: Propecia®) for men, and Minoxidil (brand name: Rogaine®) for both men and women. Both treatments are FDA approved and have their own distinct purpose in treating hair loss. Although these two hair growth products may stabilize hair loss and even re-thicken thinning hair, they do not work on areas where the hair is completely gone (bald). The reason being that once an area of scalp is bald, the roots down below are absent. Therefore, these medications cannot regenerate a root to grow a new hair shaft. In addition, for both medications, if you stop using the medication at any point, what you have gained from either Finasteride or Minoxidil will be lost within months. You will simply return to the level of hair loss had you never used the medication, and likely continue to lose more hair as you age. During your consultation, Plano, TX hair restoration surgeon, Dr. Joseph Yaker, will identify your cause of hair loss and discuss hair growth treatment methods to help combat your condition.
(PROPECIA®)
The increase of the male hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT) onto genetically susceptible hair follicles is what causes male pattern baldness. Finasteride is a medication that blocks testosterone from converting to DHT by up to 70%, which helps control, stop, and even restore hair loss. Here are some facts about this medication:
- It is the only FDA-approved oral medication for the treatment of male pattern baldness.
- It is a once-a-day pill available by prescription only.
- The medication is 90% successful: 48% will have re-growth of hair and 42% will have no further hair loss.
- It takes 6-12 months to achieve a cosmetic benefit
- Of patients with male pattern hair loss that do not use Finasteride, 75% will become “much worse” within 5 years.
- Positive effects from Finasteride can help reduce the extent of hair transplantation (number of grafts required) by stabilizing future hair loss and possibly re-growing hair naturally.
- Finasteride can be used to improve the result of hair transplant surgery by stabilizing the hair follicles surrounding the transplanted hairs, allowing for a better overall result.
- Reported negative side effects are limited to fewer than 2% of patients. These side effects may be reversible on dose reduction and tend to diminish over time with continued use.
(ROGAINE®)
Minoxidil is an FDA-approved topical solution that is used to help stabilize hair loss and promote hair re-thickening in both men and women. While the mechanism of action is not completely understood, this medication has been shown to dilate blood vessels and open potassium channels, allowing more oxygen, blood, and nutrients to the follicle. This process actively nourishes and stimulates hair follicles, stimulating hair growth. Here are some facts about this medication:
- Twice daily 5% Minoxidil has been shown to regrow hair in around 60% of men and women.
- Visual benefits may take 4-6 months; however, some patients may require 12 months of twice daily use.
- This medication can be started 6 weeks to 3 months before hair transplant surgery to possibly prevent or limit hair shedding that might occur after surgery.
- The most common side effect from Minoxidil is skin irritation and possibly unwanted facial hair that will disappear shortly after discontinuing the medication.
LOW LEVEL LASER THERAPY
HOW IT WORKS
LLLT preserves and stimulates hair follicles through a process called phototherapy, where specific wavelengths of light from laser diodes increase blood flow and energy production to the hair. This pain-free process helps make hair function better, improving hair quality and strength.
TESTIMONIALS
Dr. Yaker and his team of dedicated hair restoration and medical professionals make each patient’s experience worthwhile. At our patient-centered facility, our team works hard to make each guest feel confident, comfortable and relaxed as they begin their journey towards hair restoration. Our warm and highly trained staff members ensure that safety and patient education are a priority, and it is our guarantee that treatment will be delivered with trust and compassion. We are excited to meet you and work with you to create results that will change your life forever. We invite you to meet our outstanding team members.
MYLENE STINGLEY
HAIR TRANSPLANT TECHNICIAN
MAYA DESAI
AESTHETICIAN & CERTIFIED LASER PROFESSIONAL
MICHAEL BARGE
HAIR TRANSPLANT TECHNICIAN
