Is your hair thinning? Maybe you’re in the early stages of male pattern baldness, also known as androgenic alopecia. There are therapeutic medications that could be the best first step in preventing further hair loss, rather than starting with a surgical procedure.
Dr. Abraham Armani is a nationally recognized surgeon and expert in hair restoration for men. He has received “The Patients’ Choice Award” for six consecutive years and numerous nods in global publications. Call his Dallas office today at (972) 2- ARMANI to find out if a therapeutic medication or other course of action is right for you.
If you are a teenager or are a very young man in the early stages of male pattern baldness, hair transplant surgery is likely not the best first step. However, two medications are approved by the FDA that have been proven to slow or even stop hair loss: Finasteride (Propecia®) and minoxidil (Rogaine®). Finasteride requires a prescription, while minoxidil does not. They can be used separately or together, depending on a physician’s recommendation.
Finasteride is considered one of the most effective hair loss products for men with male pattern baldness in slowing further hair loss, and in many cases, even growing new hair. Taken daily in pill form, it works by upsetting the naturally occurring chemical process that miniaturizes and shortens the life span of hair follicles that are genetically predetermined to be susceptible to dihydrotestosterone (DHT).
The testosterone derivative DHT causes androgenetic alopecia, or male pattern baldness. DHT forms when testosterone comes into contact with the type II enzyme 5-alpha reductase, which is found in hair follicles. DHT hormone binds to genetically susceptible hair follicles (mostly in the front, top, and crown areas of the scalp), causing longer hair growth rest periods and hair shaft miniaturization, and ultimately baldness.
Finasteride, when used for hair loss treatment, blocks the conversion of testosterone into DHT by inhibiting the type II 5-alpha reductase enzyme. The reduction in DHT can prevent the further miniaturization of hair follicles and help restore the ability of miniaturized hair follicles to thicken.
Studies have shown that for most men the longer they take finasteride, the more follicles are saved. After one year of taking finasteride 48% of men reported improvement in hair growth, which after two years increased to 66%. After five years of treatment, clinical studies have shown that 90 percent of men who take finasteride either maintained their hair or experienced less hair loss.
You will need to be patient as it will take at least a year, possibly two, for the full effects of finasteride to develop. If you cease taking finasteride, the hair loss that was present before taking the medication will return within two to 12 months.
Finasteride is not for everyone as there are possible but unlikely negative side effects, such as loss of libido, and decreased sexual function, among others. In your consultation with Dr. Armani, he will listen to your concerns about the loss of your hair and objectively explain the benefits and risks of therapies and treatments that are appropriate for your condition, situation, and desired results.
Dr. Armani takes great pride in being personally available to his patients. Because of the risks of possible side effects, he will want to remain in personal contact to monitor your progress as well as ensure that you attain the results you desire.
To receive a thorough consultation, call Dr. Armani’s office at (972) 2- ARMANI and make an appointment to find out if a therapeutic medication or another course of action is right for you.
Minoxidil is the most widely used FDA-approved hair loss treatment for male pattern baldness, and compared with finasteride, it is considered to be moderately effective, particularly in the crown area of the scalp. Men usually use a 5 percent solution, which is available without prescription, either as a liquid or a foam mouse, and is applied twice daily directly onto the scalp.
Minoxidil likely works by increasing the duration of the hair follicle growth cycle, and has been found to be most effective in the crown area of the scalp. This medication can improve the quality of hair by increasing the diameter and length of fine hair. Studies have also shown that because minoxidil stimulates follicular growth, renewed hair growth of miniaturized hairs is also possible.
The most common side effects related to minoxidil use are blood pressure changes and scalp irritation.
If you discontinue using minoxidil, the effects of the drug wear off within three months, and the previous hair loss pattern returns. Unfortunately, if you decide to restart minoxidil, any hair that was lost after the initial discontinuation will usually not return. So if you start using minoxidil, it is best not to stop.
Thinning hair and male pattern baldness are not trivial events in a man’s life. Some men even suffer from depression and anxiety because of hair loss. Dr. Armani has been successfully treating male pattern baldness for many years and is considered a top expert in the field of hair restoration. If you want to know the options available to you that fit your long-term goals, make an appointment for a consultation with Dr. Armani by calling his Dallas office today at (972) 2- ARMANI.
If you are a man experiencing thinning hair or hair loss, but have not arrived at the point in your journey where you believe hair transplant surgery is right for you, there are other hair restoration therapies, treatments, and alternatives to consider.
At the outset, these alternative options can be cost-effective and are non-invasive, but all require varying degrees of maintenance, can have questionable benefits.
For many men, the onset of male pattern baldness is a serious life event that can bring about feelings of anxiety, even depression. Therefore, it is highly recommended that you consult a hair replacement specialist before embarking on any course of action to ensure that you attain the best possible results that meet your unique needs and goals.
Dr. Abraham Armani is Dallas’ very own nationally recognized hair restoration expert, and has been awarded the “The Patients’ Choice Award” for the past six consecutive years. To learn more about your options, call Dr. Armani’s office for a consultation at (972) 2- ARMANI. Meet with him to see which hair restoration therapy or procedure is right for you.
Laser Hair Therapy (LHT), also widely known as Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT), is an FDA-cleared hair loss treatment. While the exact mechanism of action is not fully understood, studies have shown that low-level laser light in the visible red spectrum absorbed by the scalp produces energy at the sub-cellular level, stimulating cell metabolism. This process, called photo-biotherapy, can, in theory, reduce miniaturization, repair damaged follicles, and promote hair follicle re-growth.
The name “cool laser” comes from the fact that these hair growth treatments utilize such low levels of energy, that they will not cut or burn the scalp. There are a variety of reputable cool laser treatment products for hair growth in men, that can come in the form of laser combs, laser caps, and laser bands, some of which are used at home, and a few can even be used inconspicuously under a hat outside while performing many regular activities.
Cool lasers have been around for almost three decades, and they can also be used in conjunction with medications such as minoxidil and finasteride.
Want to know more about cool laser treatments and products? Call Dr. Armani at (972) 2- ARMANI and make an appointment for a one-on-one consultation.
This form of cosmetic camouflaging, Technique, is a close relative to tattooing and permanent makeup. This non-medical procedure involves very thin, specially shaped needles inserting ink just under the surface of the skin to mimic the look of tiny hairs, as if you recently shaved your scalp.
Professional cosmetologists who provide this service will use colors matching your natural hair color and insert the pigmentation to correspond to your hair growth pattern.
Hair fibers are a popular cosmetic product used to instantly create the appearance of thicker, fuller hair. Hair fibers are tiny, lightweight, colored fibers—typically made from keratin (the same protein found in real hair) or cotton-based material—that cling to existing hair strands through static electricity are especially useful for people with thinning hair or mild to moderate hair loss. These fibers don’t regrow hair—they work by camouflaging bald spots or thinning areas.
There is a wide variety of toupees available that differ greatly in price depending on base quality, hair quality and type, longevity, and style. Toupees require care and adhesives or belts to secure them to your scalp.
The drawback with most toupees is that some activities, like swimming, are challenging moments when it is not so easy to wear one. It is highly recommended that you consult a professional toupee stylist in person to customize a toupee system to ensure that you attain the results you desire.
Is your hair thinning? Maybe you’re in the early stages of male pattern baldness, also known as androgenic alopecia. There are therapeutic medications that could be the best first step in preventing further hair loss, rather than starting with a surgical procedure.
Dr. Abraham Armani is a nationally recognized surgeon and expert in hair restoration for men. He has received “The Patients’ Choice Award” for six consecutive years and numerous nods in global publications. Call his Dallas office today at (972) 2- ARMANI to find out if a therapeutic medication or other course of action is right for you.
If you are a teenager or are a very young man in the early stages of male pattern baldness, hair transplant surgery is likely not the best first step. However, two medications are approved by the FDA that have been proven to slow or even stop hair loss: Finasteride (Propecia®) and minoxidil (Rogaine®). Finasteride requires a prescription, while minoxidil does not. They can be used separately or together, depending on a physician’s recommendation.
Finasteride is considered one of the most effective hair loss products for men with male pattern baldness in slowing further hair loss, and in many cases, even growing new hair. Taken daily in pill form, it works by upsetting the naturally occurring chemical process that miniaturizes and shortens the life span of hair follicles that are genetically predetermined to be susceptible to dihydrotestosterone (DHT).
The testosterone derivative DHT causes androgenetic alopecia, or male pattern baldness. DHT forms when testosterone comes into contact with the type II enzyme 5-alpha reductase, which is found in hair follicles. DHT hormone binds to genetically susceptible hair follicles (mostly in the front, top, and crown areas of the scalp), causing longer hair growth rest periods and hair shaft miniaturization, and ultimately baldness.
Finasteride, when used for hair loss treatment, blocks the conversion of testosterone into DHT by inhibiting the type II 5-alpha reductase enzyme. The reduction in DHT can prevent the further miniaturization of hair follicles and help restore the ability of miniaturized hair follicles to thicken.
Studies have shown that for most men the longer they take finasteride, the more follicles are saved. After one year of taking finasteride 48% of men reported improvement in hair growth, which after two years increased to 66%. After five years of treatment, clinical studies have shown that 90 percent of men who take finasteride either maintained their hair or experienced less hair loss.
You will need to be patient as it will take at least a year, possibly two, for the full effects of finasteride to develop. If you cease taking finasteride, the hair loss that was present before taking the medication will return within two to 12 months.
Finasteride is not for everyone as there are possible but unlikely negative side effects, such as loss of libido, and decreased sexual function, among others. In your consultation with Dr. Armani, he will listen to your concerns about the loss of your hair and objectively explain the benefits and risks of therapies and treatments that are appropriate for your condition, situation, and desired results.
Dr. Armani takes great pride in being personally available to his patients. Because of the risks of possible side effects, he will want to remain in personal contact to monitor your progress as well as ensure that you attain the results you desire.
To receive a thorough consultation, call Dr. Armani’s office at (972) 2- ARMANI and make an appointment to find out if a therapeutic medication or another course of action is right for you.
Minoxidil is the most widely used FDA-approved hair loss treatment for male pattern baldness, and compared with finasteride, it is considered to be moderately effective, particularly in the crown area of the scalp. Men usually use a 5 percent solution, which is available without prescription, either as a liquid or a foam mouse, and is applied twice daily directly onto the scalp.
Minoxidil likely works by increasing the duration of the hair follicle growth cycle, and has been found to be most effective in the crown area of the scalp. This medication can improve the quality of hair by increasing the diameter and length of fine hair. Studies have also shown that because minoxidil stimulates follicular growth, renewed hair growth of miniaturized hairs is also possible.
The most common side effects related to minoxidil use are blood pressure changes and scalp irritation.
If you discontinue using minoxidil, the effects of the drug wear off within three months, and the previous hair loss pattern returns. Unfortunately, if you decide to restart minoxidil, any hair that was lost after the initial discontinuation will usually not return. So if you start using minoxidil, it is best not to stop.
Thinning hair and male pattern baldness are not trivial events in a man’s life. Some men even suffer from depression and anxiety because of hair loss. Dr. Armani has been successfully treating male pattern baldness for many years and is considered a top expert in the field of hair restoration. If you want to know the options available to you that fit your long-term goals, make an appointment for a consultation with Dr. Armani by calling his Dallas office today at (972) 2- ARMANI.
If you are a man experiencing thinning hair or hair loss, but have not arrived at the point in your journey where you believe hair transplant surgery is right for you, there are other hair restoration therapies, treatments, and alternatives to consider.
At the outset, these alternative options can be cost-effective and are non-invasive, but all require varying degrees of maintenance, can have questionable benefits.
For many men, the onset of male pattern baldness is a serious life event that can bring about feelings of anxiety, even depression. Therefore, it is highly recommended that you consult a hair replacement specialist before embarking on any course of action to ensure that you attain the best possible results that meet your unique needs and goals.
Dr. Abraham Armani is Dallas’ very own nationally recognized hair restoration expert, and has been awarded the “The Patients’ Choice Award” for the past six consecutive years. To learn more about your options, call Dr. Armani’s office for a consultation at (972) 2- ARMANI. Meet with him to see which hair restoration therapy or procedure is right for you.
Laser Hair Therapy (LHT), also widely known as Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT), is an FDA-cleared hair loss treatment. While the exact mechanism of action is not fully understood, studies have shown that low-level laser light in the visible red spectrum absorbed by the scalp produces energy at the sub-cellular level, stimulating cell metabolism. This process, called photo-biotherapy, can, in theory, reduce miniaturization, repair damaged follicles, and promote hair follicle re-growth.
The name “cool laser” comes from the fact that these hair growth treatments utilize such low levels of energy, that they will not cut or burn the scalp. There are a variety of reputable cool laser treatment products for hair growth in men, that can come in the form of laser combs, laser caps, and laser bands, some of which are used at home, and a few can even be used inconspicuously under a hat outside while performing many regular activities.
Cool lasers have been around for almost three decades, and they can also be used in conjunction with medications such as minoxidil and finasteride.
Want to know more about cool laser treatments and products? Call Dr. Armani at (972) 2- ARMANI and make an appointment for a one-on-one consultation.
This form of cosmetic camouflaging, Technique, is a close relative to tattooing and permanent makeup. This non-medical procedure involves very thin, specially shaped needles inserting ink just under the surface of the skin to mimic the look of tiny hairs, as if you recently shaved your scalp.
Professional cosmetologists who provide this service will use colors matching your natural hair color and insert the pigmentation to correspond to your hair growth pattern.
Hair fibers are a popular cosmetic product used to instantly create the appearance of thicker, fuller hair. Hair fibers are tiny, lightweight, colored fibers—typically made from keratin (the same protein found in real hair) or cotton-based material—that cling to existing hair strands through static electricity are especially useful for people with thinning hair or mild to moderate hair loss. These fibers don’t regrow hair—they work by camouflaging bald spots or thinning areas.
There is a wide variety of toupees available that differ greatly in price depending on base quality, hair quality and type, longevity, and style. Toupees require care and adhesives or belts to secure them to your scalp.
The drawback with most toupees is that some activities, like swimming, are challenging moments when it is not so easy to wear one. It is highly recommended that you consult a professional toupee stylist in person to customize a toupee system to ensure that you attain the results you desire.
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