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Hair Transplants and Sun Exposure

A hair transplant can restore your hair and your self-confidence. However, in order to achieve optimal results, you must take good care of yourself after the procedure. That means eating a nutritious diet, getting plenty of rest and avoiding strenuous activities. It also means limiting your exposure to the sun. The sun’s ultraviolet rays can damage both the skin and transplanted hair follicles, jeopardizing the final results.

Why is Sun Exposure Harmful?

After you get a hair transplant, the skin on your scalp will be very sensitive and unable to protect itself from the sun. Your skin contains cells called chromatophores, and they can become dormant until they regenerate with the new transplanted hair grafts. The sun can also penetrate the epidermis, harming underlying tissues and hair follicles that haven’t healed yet.

How Long Do You Need to Avoid Sun Exposure?

It’s recommended to avoid direct sun exposure to the recipient area for at least four to six months. This may seem like a long time, but it’s important to be patient and have your eye on the prize. By avoiding direct sun exposure, you can reduce your risk of complications and achieve the results you want.

What Are the Best Ways to Protect Against the Sun?

It’s just not realistic to completely stay out of the sun for months. You still have to go to work, run errands and attend other engagements. However, it’s still important to protect your scalp every time you leave the house. One of the best ways to guard against the sun’s ultraviolet rays is to apply sunscreen to your scalp. There are sun protecting products being developed specifically for the head, so they won’t be as greasy. Make sure the incisions have fully healed before applying sunscreen on scarred skin.

Another option is to wear a hat or headpiece to protect your scalp. However, make sure that it isn’t too tight. If possible, try to avoid going outside in the middle of the afternoon as much as possible. The sun is the hottest at that time of the day, increasing your risk of sunburn. 

Consulting With a Hair Transplant Surgeon

If you’re thinking about getting a hair transplant, you should speak to a qualified hair transplant surgeon as soon as possible. He or she can assess your hair and medical history and determine if you’re a good candidate for the procedure or not. Your doctor will also address all of your questions and concerns, making you feel more comfortable about the procedure.

Resources:

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Dr. Robin Unger, Hair Transplant Surgeon Manhattan

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Could Hair Transplant Be The Solution to Baldness After a Car Wreck?

Car accidents are a truly terrible thing to go through. Not only are the moments right after impact terrifying, but victims can be left with painful injuries that require many months of care in order to heal. Victims may be looking for solutions to their various injuries, including baldness due to head trauma during a car wreck. If the head wound is severe enough, the area may heal up but hair no longer grows. This can wreak havoc on a person’s self esteem, and is an emotional indication of the traumatic event. Hair transplants can be a solution for those who have patches of scarred skin which resulted from the car wreck wounds.

About Hair Transplants

Hair transplant is a procedure in which a doctor harvests healthy hair and transplants it into the area in need of hair growth. Ideally, this sample is accepted by the body and eventually hair can begin to grow back in both length and thickness. Hair transplant has a high success rate, but only as long as there is sufficient donor hair to work with. In general, this procedure does not have any major side effects or cause long-term complications.

Before the Procedure

Upon meeting with a doctor about the hair transplant, the patient’s medical history will likely be reviewed in addition to talking about potential outcomes, risks, and expectations for the procedure. The doctor may advise to avoid smoking a couple weeks prior to surgery, take it easy the days right before the procedure, and to arrange to have another person drive you back home. It is normal to feel a little groggy and achy after the surgery, so it may not be a good idea to operate a vehicle. During the consultation is the prime opportunity to ask any questions or express concerns about the transplant.

Hair Transplants and Scarring

After the head wound has healed, a doctor can determine whether the scalp has retained enough thickness to where a hair transplant can be performed. One concern about hair transplants in scarred areas, is that sometimes grafts don’t “take” or the hair doesn’t grow back with the same strength as the rest of the hair. But there is also a chance that the graft is accepted by the body and the scalp and hair are vastly improved. Every case of head trauma is different, so it may be best to meet with a reputable hair transplant doctor for a more thorough evaluation. 

What to Expect After Procedure

The amount of hair coverage seen in the treated area depends on how many follicles were able to remain healthy after transplantation. Due to the natural cycle of hair growth and shedding, the transplanted follicle may fall out but new hair may eventually grow in its place. It is possible that a car accident victim needs more than just one procedure to get the level of hair coverage they desire. Healing between procedures may take several months. 

Resources:

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Dr. Robin Unger, MD, Hair Transplant Doctor New York

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Can Hair Loss Affect Your Career?

Hair loss is a common condition among both men and women. While it isn’t life-threatening, it can negatively affect your life in many ways. Whether the hair loss is due to genetics or an underlying health condition, it can some aspects of your life more difficult. It may even affect your career prospects. Here’s some further insight on how hair loss can impact your professional life.

First Impressions

It may not be right, but many people judge a person’s appearance first when they meet them. This can also happen during job interviews and networking events. If you have significant hair loss, it may affect how you’re perceived during job interviews and networking events. It may even reduce your chances of getting hired or advancing in your career.

Lower Self-Confidence

Hair loss can certainly do a number on your self-esteem. When you’ve lost a lot of your hair, you may feel so self-conscious about your appearance that it negatively affect your job prospects. You may have a very low self-image of yourself, which may reflect during your interviews. If you have low self-confidence, it will definitely show during your interviews. The hiring manager may not want to hire someone who isn’t confident in their abilities.

Lower Salary

No matter how wrong it seems, good looking people are often paid higher salaries. A full head of hair is considered an attractive trait in our society. Individuals with full heads of hair may be more likely to get promoted than those experiencing hair loss?

What Can Be Done?

If you think that hair loss is affecting your job prospects, don’t fret. It may be possible to restore your hair with a hair transplant surgery. During this procedure, hair follicles are removed from a donor area and implanted into your scalp. The results are natural looking and long-lasting.

Your first step is scheduling a consultation with a reputable hair transplant surgeon. He or she can evaluate your condition and decide if you’re a good candidate for the procedure or not. There are several factors the surgeon may keep in mind, such as your age, medical conditions and how much hair you have left on your head.

If the surgeon decides that you’re a good candidate for the procedure, you can schedule your surgery right there.

Your surgeon will give you a list of instructions to follow before your surgery. For example, you may be asked to stop taking aspirin and other anti-inflammatory medications two weeks before your surgery. If you’re a smoker, you’ll want to stop at least 24 hours before your surgery, as it can affect wound healing.

Schedule a consultation with a reputable hair transplant surgeon today to discuss the procedure in further detail.

Resources:

Wikipedia, Hair Treatment

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Exercising After a Hair Transplant

A hair transplant is considered one of the most effective treatments for hair loss. This procedure can provide you with fuller and thicker hair, improving your appearance and self-confidence. However, it’s important to understand that it is a serious medical procedure and proper aftercare is necessary. This includes taking it easy and resuming normal activities, such as exercise, too soon. Here’s some further information about how long you should wait to exercise and what can happen if you do it too soon.

How Long Should You Wait to Exercise After a Hair Transplant?

After a hair transplant, the hair grafts will be quite delicate and require gentle care. During the first one to three days after your hair transplant, you shouldn’t exercise at all. Your new hair grafts are super fragile at this time and can’t handle any stress. Try to walk as little as possible and ask a friend or family member to help you with tasks.

Four to nine days after your transplant, it’s okay to do some light activities, like short walks and yoga. However, you should avoid doing strenuous activities that will get your heart rate up too much, such as jogging or dancing.

Onc 10 days have passed, you may go back to the gym and resume your cardio and weight training exercises. However, you should be careful not to overdo it. If you start feeling tired, you should stop what you’re doing immediately.

What Will Happen If I Exercise Too Soon?

If you’re an active person, waiting days to get back to the gym after your surgery can be difficult. However, if you start working out too soon, you can experience several problems. For example, when you exercise, you raise your heart rate. This can then increase your blood pressure and bleeding at the recipient areas your scalp, ultimately dislodging the grafts.

Strenuous exercise will also naturally cause your body to sweat. This is bad news for your scalp. It’s very sensitive after a transplant and sweating can irritate it and damage the hair grafts.

If you do any exercises that involve stretching the back of your neck, such as crunches, you can stretch your scar from the surgery.

If you take good care of yourself and follow your doctor’s instructions, you should be able to heal just fine from your hair transplant surgery. While some of the aftercare instructions may seem a little annoying at first, it will be worth it to follow them. If you have any further questions about hair transplant aftercare, consult with your doctor. 

Resources:

Wikipedia, Hair Treatment

Dr. Robin Unger, MD, Hair Loss Doctor NYC

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Signs of a Bad Hair Transplant

Hair transplants are becoming more and more popular these days for treating hair loss. If you’re thinking about getting this procedure, you should do some serious research on hair transplant surgeons. A hair transplant is a serious medical procedure, so it must be performed by an experienced and skilled surgeon. If the surgeon isn’t skilled enough, things are more likely to go wrong. With that being said, here are the signs of a bad hair transplant.

Incorrect Direction

In order for a hair transplant to look natural, the hair grafts must be placed in a certain direction so that the new hair will grow in the same direction as the existing hair follicles. Some hair transplant surgeons without enough experience may transplant too many hair follicles, which might lead to misaligned placement. As a result, your new hair may look unnatural. 

Improper Evaluation

Before a hair transplant surgeon performs a hair transplant procedure, he or she should do a thorough assessment of the donor site and the areas of the scalp that have lost hair. Otherwise, you may get poor results, such as a patch appearance. 

Excessive Scarring

Like with many other surgeries, it’s normal to experience some scarring after a hair transplant procedure. However, the scarring should be minimal and barely noticeable. A skilled surgeon will try to make as few incisions as possible to minimize scarring. If the surgeon makes unnecessary incisions on the scalp, it’s more likely to result in very noticeable scarring. It can also increase the risk of infection.

Large Grafts

There’s such a thing as using hair grafts that are too large. Grafts that are too large can cause gaps in between the areas that have received grafting and the areas of the scalp that still have hair. Sometimes inexperienced hair transplant surgeons used large grafts to cut costs and time. 

Can a Bad Hair Transplant Be Fixed?

All hope isn’t lost for individuals who have received bad hair transplants. A reputable and experienced hair transplant may have several options for repairing an undesirable transplant. For example, the surgeon can remove the entire hair graft and redistribute it to your scalp to give you a more natural appearance. The good news is that the doctor typically won’t have to harvest any new scalp donor areas.

The surgeon can also hide obvious grafts from previous transplants. He or she can put micro grafts in front of the existing grafts, giving your hair a more natural appearance.

The idea of getting a bad hair transplant is nerve-wracking, but it doesn’t have to happen to you. If you do the proper research on hair transplant surgeons, check online reviews and ask them extensive questions about their skills and experience, you’re more likely to get good results.

Resources:

Wikipedia, Hair Treatment

Dr. Robin Unger, MD, Hair Loss Treatment Manhattan

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Menopause and Hair Loss

During menopause, your body goes through a lot of changes and your hormones are all out of whack. This can cause you to experience many unpleasant symptoms, like hot flashes, weight gain and insomnia. You may also have hair loss. While hair loss is more subtle in women than men, it can still negatively affect your self-esteem.

Hair loss during menopause is typically due to hormonal changes. However, excess stress, nutritional deficiencies and illnesses can also contribute to hair loss. Here are some tips for keeping your locks healthy during menopause.

Eat a Healthy Diet

Eating a clean diet won’t just help prevent weight gain during pregnancy. It can also help you avoid hair loss. Include whole grains, vegetables, fruits and lean meats in your diet. You should also include omega-fatty acids in your diet, like salmon, olive oil, almonds and sesame oil. The vitamins and minerals in these foods can help keep your hair healthy and strong.

Keep Your Stress Under Control

When you’re producing less estrogen during menopause, it can lead to mood swings, depression and stress. Too much stress in your life can negatively affect many parts of your body, including your hair. Luckily, there are several ways to reduce your stress levels, such as meditating and doing yoga.

Exercise Regularly

When you’re experiencing menopausal symptoms, exercise may be the last thing on your mind. However, staying active can actually help reduce mood swings, insomnia and weight gain. Keeping your mood, sleep and weight under control can help you maintain a good hormonal balance, which is good for your hair. Try to exercise most days of the week and do workouts that you enjoy. For example, you can swim, go for walks or take a group fitness class at your local gym.

Be Gentle With Your Hair

Because your hair will be more fragile during menopause, you should be as gentle as possible with it. This means washing your hair less often and limiting your use of heat styling tools, like blow-dryers and flat-irons. You should also avoid dying your hair and put on a swimming cap when you go swimming in a pool. 

Drink More Water

Water helps all parts of your body function properly, including your hair follicles. That’s why you should aim to drink at least eight cups of water a day. If you find the taste of water too boring, you can always add lemon, lime or orange slices to it. Try to limit your consumption of soda and juices, as they contain more sugar than what your body needs.

If you follow these tips, you may be able to reduce hair loss during menopause. However, if you still experience hair loss and aren’t able to grow it back, you may want to consider getting a hair transplant. It provides natural and long-lasting results, helping you feel more confident about your appearance.

Resources:

Wikipedia, Hair Treatment

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How Is Hair Loss Different In Men and Women?

Hair loss was once thought of as a problem only men experience. The truth is, however, that many women also lose their hair. Hair loss can be difficult for both genders, but they may experience the condition a little differently from one another. Here’s a closer look on hair loss in men and women:

Age

Men and women usually experience hair loss at different ages. Men can start losing their hair as early as their teens, but typically lose it more aggressively in their 40s and 50s. Women, on the other hand, may experience hair loss as early as their early 20s or 30s, but may lose it in larger amounts by the time they reach their mid-40s to 50s.

Causes of Hair Loss

Men and women can experience hair loss for different reasons. Hair loss in men is typically caused by telogen effluvium or androgenetic alopecia. While women can lose their hair because of these conditions, it may be more common for them to experience hair loss from hormone changes after menopause. Both men and women can lose their hair from excessive stress and poor nutrition.

Signs of Hair Loss

Men and women may notice hair loss in different areas of their head. Men typically see a receding hairline and thinning of hair around the crown while women notice thinning hair in the middle of their scalp.

Emotional Impacts

Hair loss can have emotional side effects for both men and women. They may both feel self-conscious about their thinning hair and even go through depression. However, hair loss may be more difficult for women to cope with, as long and thick hair is associated with femininity. Women who lose their hair might not think they’re attractive anymore and may struggle with dating.

While men can become upset about losing their hair, it’s more socially acceptable for them to be bald. There are many bald men out there who are seen as handsome and successful. However, the same can’t be said about balding women. 

Treatments for Hair Loss

Hair loss is such a common issue that there are many available treatments out there for it. Minoxidil is one of the most common medications for hair loss and is applied to the scalp. The topical treatment increases blood flow to the scalp and stimulates hair follicles. However, it can take a long time to see noticeable results.

Women who experience hair loss from menopause may be able to regain their hair from undergoing hormone replacement therapy.

Hair transplants are also available for both men and women and can look very natural. They involve removing hair from one part of the body and then implanting it back into the scalp. It may take up to a full year to see noticeable results.

If you’re interested in getting a hair transplant, schedule a consultation with a reputable hair transplant surgeon.

Resources:

Wikipedia, Hair Treatment

Dr. Robin Unger, MD, Hair Transplant Surgeon, NYC

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Benefits of Hair Transplants

Hair loss is a common problem in both men and women. While it isn’t a life-threatening issue, it can severely lower your self-confidence. Luckily, there are treatment options for individuals with hair loss, such as hair transplant surgery. During this procedure, hair follicles are obtained from a donor area and then implanted onto your scalp. Here are some of the benefits of getting a hair transplant:

Improved Appearance

One of the most noticeable benefits of a hair transplant is a better appearance. A full head of thick hair is considered attractive in our society, so having bald spots might make you feel unattractive. When you get a hair transplant, you will look much better, which can increase your self-esteem. If you have higher self-esteem, it can help you in all aspects of your life, including your career and personal relationships.

Permanent Solution

While there are a lot of different treatments for baldness out there, not all of them are permanent. Some treatments may help you grow more hair for a little while, but the results don’t last. That can be very frustrating. A hair transplant, on the other hand, is that permanent solution you’ve been waiting for. Once the doctor performs the surgery, you will start growing your hair slowly and you don’t have to worry about it again.

Minimal Maintenance

If you’re a low-maintenance type of person, you have yet another reason to like hair transplants. The transplanted hair works and works just like regular hair, so you won’t have to worry about using any special products to maintain your locks. Additionally, a hair transplant only requires one appointment, so you won’t have to visit your doctor multiple times to get the results you want.

Save Money

While the initial cost of hair transplant surgery may be intimidating at first, it may actually help you save more money in the long run. As mentioned above, it’s a one-time procedure. Once you get the surgery, you won’t have to worry about another thing. You won’t have to continue spending money on various hair restoration products, wondering if they’ll even work or not.

Natural Looking Results

There have been hair restoration treatments in the past that haven’t looked so natural. With a hair transplant, you don’t have to worry about that. Because the hair follicles are taken from your own body, they will look completely natural on your scalp. No one will be able to tell that you even underwent a procedure. They will just think you have naturally thick hair.

As you can see, there are many advantages to getting a hair transplant. If you’re unhappy with your hair loss, schedule a consultation with a reputable hair transplant surgeon to discuss this procedure in detail. He or she can determine if you’re a good candidate for the procedure or not.

Resources:

Wikipedia, Hair Treatment

Dr. Robin Unger, MD, Hair Transplant Surgeon, NYC

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PRP Treatment for Hair Loss or Thinning Hair

Dr. Robin Unger is a New York hair transplant specialist and one of the first doctors to offer PRP treatments for thinning hair. She is also one of the only female diplomats of the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery (ABHRS) and a member of the ISHRS. Dr. Unger is well known for her dedication to patients and works on one per day; thus, allowing her to provide the utmost care and attention for men and women undergoing hair restoration treatment.

To schedule an immediate appointment with Dr. Robin Unger, please call (212) 249-9393.

PRP for Thinning Hair

Thinning hair can compromise your self-esteem and appearance. Although this condition is more common in older males, it can affect postmenopausal women as well as younger people. Currently thinning hair or balding has been linked to things like genetics, alopecia, or high amounts of stress. Up until a few years ago, this issue was commonly treated by hair transplants or laser technology. While these methods are still widely used, PRP treatment for hair loss is becoming more popular. This is an innovative option for men and women who are experiencing thinning hair.

Understanding PRP Treatment

PRP for hair is a non-invasive procedure that increases growth through the stimulation and production of new hair cells. As a natural treatment method, PRP uses your own body's cells to generate growth. When you choose PRP treatment for thinning hair, Dr. Robin Unger will begin by drawing your blood and spinning in a centrifuge. This will separate the platelets from your blood cells, creating a high concentration of plasma. Once this is complete, Dr. Unger will numb the area and treat your scalp using a special technique followed by an injection of the PRP. The concentration of platelets will activate the hair follicles and stimulate new hair growth.

Advantages of PRP Hair Treatment

There are many benefits to choosing PRP treatments for thinning hair; these include:

PRP is Safe - PRP uses your own blood which means it is natural and carries a very small risk of an allergic reaction or rejection (*as noted in <1% of studies).

There is Little Discomfort - PRP is non-invasive. Patients report slight discomfort from the initial drawing of blood or injection of PRP. After the procedure, the injection site might be a bit sore. Your doctor will explain how you can relieve this pain if you are experiencing it.

PRP is Convenient - PRP treatment does not require you to take time off work. Once the procedure is done, you can resume your activities as normal.

An Effective Option - Most patients notice positive results within 3 months of the PRP treatment. The full effect may not be noticeable for 9-18 months.

Not Just for the Scalp - This type of hair treatment is most common on the scalp; however, it can be used to replace facial hair.

Learn More About PRP Treatments for Hair Loss

A nice, full head of hair can increase your confidence, make you look younger, and improve your emotional wellbeing. In response, your health levels may also be positively impacted. If you would like to learn more about this effective treatment for hair loss, a PRP doctor may be able to help.

Resources:

Wikipedia, Hair Treatment

Dr. Robin Unger, MD, PRP for Hair Loss New York

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Receiving a Hair Transplant After a Car Accident

Victims of car accidents can suffer from several types of serious injuries. For those who had head-related trauma, may have sustained wounds that led to hair loss. Receiving hair transplants may be a needed component of a patient’s treatment plan when recovering from the car accident. The costs for hair transplants may be covered by the patient’s health insurance, and then compensation for these expenses can be sought from the driver at fault. Growing hair back in certain areas where physical injuries occurred can be incredibly influential for a person’s sense of confidence after being part of such a terrible vehicle collision.

Transplants in Scarred Areas

When a severe bodily injury heals, it can leave behind noticeable scarring. By law, scarring is viewed as a lifelong injury and many courts understand how scars can be an emotionally triggering reminder of the tragic incident that unfolded.

A common question many victims of car accidents have is whether hair can still be transplanted into scarred areas. If the site where the scalp injury occurred retained a normal level of skin thickness, accepting a hair transplant may be possible. It is important for victims to be aware that while the hair may come back in that area after the procedure, it may not grow with the same degree of density and length as prior to the accident.

The Process of Hair Transplants

Hair transplant is a surgical process that entails removing strong hair follicles from a part of the body (such as legs or face) and planting them into bald areas. Hair can be transplanted into many areas of the body. But for victims of car accidents, most need hair transplanted to fill in the scalp, eyebrows, and facial hair.

To gather hair for transplantation, a doctor may collect through follicular unit extraction (FUE) and strip harvesting. Strips of skin with good hair growth can be planted into balding areas, in addition to hair clusters being removed from their roots and then administered in clusters.

Facts About Transplants

Victims of car accidents may be nervous to try hair transplants out of fear that the hair won’t be accepted in their scarring. A doctor who has experience working with injured patients can go more in-depth with victims about the likelihood that their procedure will be successful. Here are some key facts that patients preparing to receive a hair transplant must know before undergoing the surgical procedure:

Even if the transplanted hair is absorbed, it will still act like natural hair follicles and shed within 2-4 weeks post procedure. The roots will then begin to sprout hair and continue to do so permanently thereafter.

Local anesthesia is often used so the procedure is painless and the patient can go back home the very same day. The patient will then be given aftercare information and any pain medication if needed.

The results and quality of hair growth vary for each person. Some victims of car accidents can grow back hair that is close to the strength and density as before the incident.

Resources:

Wikipedia, Hair Treatment

Dr. Robin Unger, MD, NYC Hair Transplant Surgeon

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PRP Hair Loss Treatment for Accident Victims

Trauma such as major surgery, severe infection, or other sources of extreme stress like a motor vehicle, workplace, or slip and fall accident can be the source of enormous physical and emotional stress. Accident-related physical and emotional stress can speed up hair loss by shifting the balance in the normal hair growth cycle from the growth phases to the shedding (hair falling out) phase.

Hair thinning or loss can happen for various reasons. If you experience more substantial amounts than usual coming out when combing or brushing your hair, or if your hair looks thinner than normal, you will likely want to contact a qualified hair treatment doctor for an exam.

Additionally, if an accident where someone else was at fault or negligent triggered your hair loss, you might need to consider filing a personal injury claim to cover the costs of hair regrowth treatment. In this circumstance, an attorney and a hair treatment doctor may need to work together to substantiate your need to have your hair treatment costs included in the damage settlement.

Platelet-Rich Plasma Treatment Helps with Hair Loss

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy aims to stimulate hair follicles, so they start growing hair again. PRP treatment for hair loss is different from most treatments for thinning hair that try to either slow the hair loss with medications or use surgical hair transplants to fill in thinning areas and bald spots. It is a non-invasive, medicine-free treatment that can be performed in the privacy and comfort of the doctor’s office, often in less than an hour.

PRP is a concentrated fluid prepared and processed from a patient’s own blood. A blood sample is drawn and then spun at high velocity in a centrifuge to obtain a plasma portion loaded with platelets, growth factors, and essential proteins.

After centrifuge processing, the healing and regenerating plasma typically contains about five times that amount of platelets and growth factors than what’s found in non-processed blood. The PRP is then injected into the patient’s scalp to activate and enhance hair follicles.

What to Expect from PRP Treatment

After PRP treatment patients typically note a decrease in the amount of hair they are shedding, followed by an increase in hair length and early and new hair regrowth. Results are often seen in the first two to three months.

Consistent treatments can be a significant factor in the overall success of hair regrowth. Receiving treatments every three to six months on a continuing basis can be an optimal treatment plan for many patients.  

If you are considering PRP or other hair restoration treatments in the aftermath of trauma or an accident, schedule an appointment with a hair treatment doctor to have the problem evaluated. Once you have an idea what you are dealing with and what measures are needed, you can move forward with the necessary legal actions and appropriate treatments required to restore your hair to its former fullness. Time may be of the essence if you wish to have the treatment costs included in any personal injury claim damages, so call today.

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Wikipedia, Hair Treatment

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PRP Treatment for Hair Thinning or Loss

A receding hairline, thinning hair, and bald spots can compromise your youthful appearance, and therefore, your self-esteem. Hair loss is common in aging men, but it can affect younger adults and women, particularly those who are postmenopausal, as well.

Thinning hair or balding has been linked to genetics and lifestyle considerations. Up until recently, options for treatment included things like medications, hair transplants, and laser procedures. While many of these methods are still widely used, an innovative novel, cutting edge approach to hair loss, called plasma-rich platelet (PRP) therapy, is quickly becoming the latest high-demand therapy.

What Is PRP Treatment?

PRP is a non-invasive procedure that can stimulate the hair follicles to increase new hair growth. It’s a natural treatment method that uses the body's own cells and healing compounds to produce the desired effects.

A doctor who performs PRP begins by drawing your blood and then spins it in a centrifuge to process it. This can concentrate and separate the platelets from other blood components to produce a plasma rich in platelet cells. The concentration of platelets in this prepared plasma can be as much as five times what is typically found in blood.

Once processing is complete, the PRP professional will apply local anesthesia to an area of the scalp where hair is thinning, and inject the processed PRP into the scalp and the follicular regions. PRP is rich in clotting and healing factors that can activate the hair follicles and stimulate new hair to grow from them.

Reasons to Chooses PRP Hair Treatment

There are numerous reasons to choose PRP treatments for thinning or balding hair. These benefits include:

PRP is non-invasive. Patients may report only slight discomfort from the initial drawing of blood or injection of PRP into the scalp. After the procedure, the injection site might be a bit sore, but not so much as a surgical procedure.

PRP is safe.  Patients usually don’t experience any adverse reactions to the injections. Since this treatment uses your own blood, it carries only a negligible risk of an allergic reaction or rejection. However, it is possible that a patient may have minor irritation, pain, or bleeding at the injection site.

PRP is convenient. PRP treatment is performed in the comfort and privacy of the doctor’s office. It typically takes about an hour from start-to-finish and does not require you to take time off work to recover. Once the procedure is finished, you can resume your activities as usual.

PRP is effective. Most patients experience improvements in the growth, density, and thickness of their hair within weeks of undergoing a PRP treatment. Although favorable results occur within only a few months of the PRP treatment, the full effect may not be achieved for 9-18 months.

Contact a Professional to Learn More About PRP Treatments

In an appearance-conscious society like ours, people who regain a full head of healthy hair can look younger, have improved emotional well-being, and increased self-esteem. To learn more about regenerative PRP for hair loss, contact a PRP doctor to schedule a consultation or ask further questions.

Resources:

Wikipedia, Hair Treatment

Dr. Robin Unger, MD, PRP for Hair Loss NYC

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PRP for Hair Regrowth: What You Need to Know

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) is a cutting edge non-surgical method of hair loss treatment and hair restoration for both men and women. PRP injections can trigger and sustain natural hair growth by using targeted therapy that increases blood supply to the hair follicle and thickens the hair shaft. Sometimes this approach is combined with other hair restoration therapies or medications. It’s a non-invasive therapy that is performed right in the hair treatment doctor’s office.

What Is PRP Treatment?

PRP is a type of regenerative medicine. It is a hair restoration technique that uses your own filtered and processed blood to regenerate hair follicles and hair growth. It employs a step-by-step medical treatment in which the blood is drawn, processed so that only the platelet-rich portion remains, and then injected into the scalp.

During processing, the blood sample is spun in a centrifuge and filtered so that only the platelet-rich portion remains. Then, the plasma is introduced to the scalp via a tiny needle. It’s a non-invasive therapy that is performed in the comfort and privacy of the hair treatment doctor’s office.

Why Platelets?

Platelet cells are components of the blood involved in clotting and wound healing. Activation of platelets plays a vital role in the body's natural healing process. Natural healing and regeneration can result from injecting a concentrated, platelet-rich portion of the blood into the scalp, stimulating and regenerating hair growth.

PRP contains a concentration of platelets of up to 5x the normal level in blood and also various types of proteins. These proteins include numerous growth factors that stimulate hair follicles. A recently-drawn sample of the patient's own blood is spun in a centrifuge to produce the healing PRP elixir. Then, the PRP is separated and removed from the rest of the blood.

This whole process is performed in the doctor’s office. The doctor targets the areas of the scalp where the hair is thinning. There is a high level of safety and little (or no) risk of side effects from treating the scalp with PRP. The procedure typically takes less than an hour, and PRP treatments can be applied as often as once a month to reach the level of desired hair growth.

Who Can Get PRP?

PRP is an optimal solution for both men and women. It can be used in cases where hair transplant surgery is not an option. PRP injections have been shown to stimulate new hair growth in women and men who suffer from male pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia).

Patients seeking to restore hair in a natural, drug-free way are ideal candidates for PRP treatment. Those who wish to avoid or complement with hair growth medications look to PRP treatment as well. Often, people choose to avoid hair regrowth medicines due to significant and undesirable side effects, such as erectile dysfunction in men.

If you’re interested in knowing more about how PRP treatment can help you regain a full head of hair, contact a PRP treatment doctor to schedule a consultation. PRP treatments may lead to life-altering results!

Resources:

Wikipedia, Hair Treatment

Dr. Robin Unger, MD, PRP Hair Restoration New York

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PRP for Hair Regrowth in Men and Women

Men and women concerned about hair loss have numerous options including medications and hair transplant surgery. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is another consideration—one that unlike medications has little (or no) side effects. Plus, PRP is non-invasive and recovery time is short, unlike hair transplantation, which is an invasive procedure performed under local anesthesia that can require 8 to 10 months for complete recovery.

What Is PRP?

There has been a significant increase in research, use, and success of PRP in a variety of fields of medicine, not just hair regrowth. It is a novel biological approach to age-old treatment difficulties. PRP treatment is considered regenerative medicine, one of the newest fields of medicine, one that aims to prompt the body to heal itself by using the body’s own substances and cells to repair and restore damaged tissues.

What Causes Hair Loss in Women?

Hair loss and thinning in women affects upwards of 40 million American women. It is mainly due to heredity and can begin any time after puberty. However, female pattern hair loss can be strongly influenced by factors such as:

Age

Nutritional status

Stress levels

Surgeries

Medications

Disease; acute and chronic illness

Social and lifestyle factors

Hair care and grooming

These factors and more can cause hair follicles to weaken and stop producing hair, resulting in hair loss.

What Causes Hair Loss in Men?

Hair loss in men typically follows a particular and progressive pattern that is passed on through heredity and is triggered by hormonal changes. Specifically, hair loss in men is primarily caused by dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a steroid hormone that binds to receptors in the hair follicles, and is responsible for hair loss in genetically susceptible men.

As DHT causes the hair follicles to shrink, weaken, and eventually die, hair covering the scalp diminishes leaving thinning or balding areas. As many as 60 million American men have male pattern hair loss and baldness.

What Are PRP Hair Regrowth Treatments?

PRP treatments for hair regrowth is an in-office, non-invasive treatment derived from the patient’s own blood. It is performed start-to-finish in about an hour. After the area of hair thinning is identified, evaluated, and measured, standardized medical photos are taken.

Next, a blood sample is drawn from the patient and special techniques and equipment are used to separate the blood components and concentrate and separate the platelets and plasma from the blood sample. When tested to measure and document the improved platelet concentration. PRP should contain substances such as growth factors and cytokines that have demonstrated the ability to stimulate and enhance follicular function.

Finally, the scalp is prepared, and multiple micro-needle injections of the PRP deliver the powerful platelet-derived growth factors into the area of the weak follicles. Treatment can be repeated every 4-6 weeks until the desired level of hair regrowth is achieved, and then possibly once a year afterward.

If you’re considering PRP treatment for your hair loss, contact a hair treatment doctor to schedule a consultation and get personalized answers to your questions and concerns.

Resources:

Wikipedia, Hair Treatment

Dr. Robin Unger, MD, PRP for Hair Loss New York

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Early Signs of Balding

For people to notice that they have hair loss, they actually have to lose about 50 percent of the amount of hair in a given zone or a given area and that is important to keep in mind because there is a considerable loss that occurs before people actually know they've had significant aesthetic or cosmetic hair loss. When a man begins to bald, two things go down the drain: one is his hair, and the other is his confidence. As a result of this, the sooner you detect yourself balding, the faster you can begin reversal treatments. There are a few signs that you should look out for to detect if you have began the balding phase. These include:

Difficulty styling hair. This is one of the best ways to tell if you are balding or not. If you cannot style your hair in the way you are used to because it will not cooperate or if there is not as much as there usually is, this can be a warning sign. This can be because the hairline is starting to recede.

Losing excessive hair. You may see it on your pillowcase, on your hands when styling your hair, or in the drain during a shower.

Itchy and flaky scalp is another sign of balding. Often a precursor of dandruff and hair loss, this is due to a buildup of sebum (which is an oily secretion of sebaceous glands in your head).

A U or M shaped hairline with thin, soft and fine hairs on the hairline. A good way to tell if you are receding or not is to get an aerial view of your hairline. Ask someone to take a picture of the top of your head so you can examine it closely.

Scalp sensitivity to the elements. If you step out on a particularly cold or particularly hot day, pay attention to how your scalp feels. If it is sensitive to the different weathers, this could mean you are balding because your hair density is decreasing.

The recession of the temporal triangles. For individuals who are not balding, they should have an acute angle that goes from the sideburns up into their hairline. If you are balding, your temporal triangles will begin to recede.  

Contact an Attorney or Hair Specialist

If you are showing any of the above symptoms of balding and would like to explore your options before it escalates, contact a hair specialist today for a free consultation. They can go over treatment options with you and examine how much hair loss you are actually going through.

In some cases, hair loss may actually occur as a result of another medication. If you have experienced hair loss due to a pharmaceutical you were prescribed, contact a medical malpractice attorney. If permanent hair loss was a side effect not listed, you may be entitled to compensation that could cover hair treatment expenses. Your medical malpractice attorney can help with any questions you may have regarding compensation options like lost wages, medical expenses and pain and suffering costs.

Resources:

Wikipedia, Hair Loss Treatment

Dr. Robin Unger, MD, Hair Loss Treatment New York

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Reversing Hair Loss with PRP Treatments

Nearly everyone of any age can experience hair loss to some extent, even if it’s only a strand or two that comes out in the shower or on a hairbrush. However, when hair loss increasingly occurs to such an extent that it becomes visibly noticeable on one’s head, you may wish to take action with the hope of avoiding baldness. There are many reasons why someone may develop baldness, but PRP treatments can help in most cases.

Common Causes of Hair Loss

Men, women, and even children can experience hair loss for any number of reasons. For some, hair loss is a temporary condition, for others it’s intermittent, for still others it might be a lifelong condition. The causes vary, but PRP treatments can address many of them, and very often can reverse the process. A PRP treatment physician can review your condition and determine if they will work for you. Below are some of the most common types and causes of baldness:

Pattern baldness. Women as well as men can develop this condition. The hair is thinner than it should be and is also more fragile. It falls out more easily than for those who do not have this condition. Very often pattern baldness runs in families as it’s hereditary.

Alopecia areata. Experts have not definitively determined its cause but theorize it may be due to an autoimmune disorder in which the person’s immune system attacks the body’s tissues. Those who experience alopecia areata may also have thyroid disease or another type of autoimmune disorder.

Scarring alopecia. This is a permanent type of hair loss in which the hair follicles are inflamed, which damages them and causes them to fall out. The inflammation prevents new hair growth. The person may also suffer from skin conditions such as lichen planus or lupus erythematosus.

Telogen effluvium. Those who suffer from this condition may experience sudden and surprising hair loss. It is often associated with extreme physical or emotional trauma. It can also be caused by experiencing a high fever, extreme and sudden weight loss, or surgery. The hair roots stop growing, but after a period of a few months, they may “wake up” and new hair will begin growing. By treating the underlying cause of this condition, hair growth can recover.

Traction alopecia. When someone pulls their hair too tightly when styling it or tying it back, it can cause this condition. The reason is that it weakens the hair’s roots which lead to it falling out.

Poor nutrition. When the body does not have a sufficient amount of vitamin B12, iron, or protein, it can cause hair loss.

Lupus, diabetes, and other types of diseases can cause hair loss.

Some drugs used to treat arthritis or gout can cause hair loss.

Depression.

Heart problems such as high blood pressure.

Contraceptives.

Chemotherapy or radiation therapy.

Chemicals used to dye or style hair.

Scalp fungal infections such as ringworm.

Resources:

Wikipedia, Hair Treatment

Dr. Robin Unger, MD, PRP Hair Restoration New York

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Good Candidates for PRP Hair Growth Treatments

Many hair loss patients who receive PRP treatments fall into one of two categories: they have areas of weak hair growth on their scalp, or they suffer from alopecia areata. Generally speaking, they are excellent candidates for PRP treatments for hair regrowth. Every patient is different and after a consultation with a reputable PRP treatment physician, you will have a clear picture of your medical options.

Expected Results from PRP Hair Growth Treatments

Prior to receiving PRP treatments, the patient’s Hair Mass Index is measured. Thereafter, additional measurements are taken to monitor progress. At first, improved hair growth may not be easily visible without using this measurement system. The growth is chartered and makes it possible to determine likely future growth and growth rates. Depending on the patient, they can expect to visually notice a difference in the amount and thickness of their hair from six to twelve months after treatment began. When the increase of the Hair Mass Index slows, the next PRP treatment is scheduled. Except for patients suffering from alopecia areata, most patients will require annual PRP follow up treatments. Your PRP treatment physician can clarify what you will need based on your unique combination of variables.

Recovery Period Following PRP Treatments

Almost immediately after a PRP treatment, the patient can shower or bathe as well as shampoo and condition their hair without restriction. They can also engage in their typical exercise and physical activity routines as normal. Though they may experience some mild inflammation of the scalp as well as numbing and redness or pinkness, it should only last for a brief period. For additional cautions, talk to your PRP treatment physician if they feel you may experience any unusual side effects.

Hair Loss in Women

About 40 million American women experience hair thinning, mostly due to hereditary causes. They can begin experience hair loss any time after puberty. It can also be affected by age, medications, illness, stress, unrelated surgical procedures, hair care, or other factors. If something causes the hair follicles to weaken and stop growing new hair, hair loss will likely occur.

Hair Loss in Men

About 60 million American men suffer from hair loss. Very often, hair loss in men is heredity and triggered by a particular type of hormone known as dihydrotestosterone. As the hair follicles get smaller and weaken, it can result in thinning hair or areas of balding.

Resources:

Wikipedia, Hair Treatment

Dr. Robin Unger, MD, PRP for Hair Loss New York