Hair loss obviously affects men, but also women.  In fact, approximately 20 million American women

Permanent Hair Restoration

experience some level of female pattern hair loss.  The pattern of hair loss for men and women differs but the primary cause is the same, genetics.

In an interview with CBS Morning News, Ken Washenik, M.D., Ph.D, Medical Director of Bosley, explained the relation of genetics and hair loss further while also listing other potential causes of hair loss.  These causes range from pregnancy and childbirth to autoimmune disorders and medications.  Dr. Washenik mentions that if you think you’re losing your hair, you are and it could be time to see your physician to determine the cause.

Though the primary cause of hair loss is genetics, the other causes must first be effectively ruled out.

The primary cause of hair loss in men is also genetics, more specifically the hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT).  This hormone combined with genetics determines if and when your hair will start to thin.

Dihydrotestosterone will slowly cause hair follicles to close.  Over time, hairs become miniaturized (thinner) and eventually fall out.  The result is male pattern baldness (androgenitic alopecia).  You’ve probably noticed in men, even those who have significant hair loss, that the hair on the sides and back of the head remains. This hair and follicles are resistant to DHT ergo their use in permanent hair restoration.

Bosley hair transplantation is the only permanent solution to hair loss and is available to both men and women.  The procedure is remarkably simple and is done on an outpatient basis.

The procedure involves taking hair from the sides and back of the head, where you have more than you need, and moving it to areas that are balding or thin.  Typically, these “recipient areas” are at the front and top of the head where men experience male pattern hair loss.  The Bosley patient gallery includes photos of patients with varying degrees of initial hair loss and their results after permanent hair restoration.

For a comprehensive look at permanent hair restoration, watch and read about the procedure in detail.

There are other solutions to hair loss that have been approved or accepted by the FDA.  They include Propecia®, Minoxidil and the new Bosley LaserComb.

Propecia® was approved by the FDA in 1997 and is a prescription medication for men only.  Propecia® effectively reduces the formation of DHT, which can help to stop or slow down hair loss.  This medication will not bring back hair that has already been lost but does help to maintain the hair you have.  Results are a slow process that can take up to 12 months when taken daily.  Propecia® could be part of an overall hair loss treatment program designed by your Bosley physician.

Minoxidil was approved by the FDA in 1988 as a topical solution to treat hair loss.  It has been proven in some cases to slow down or help stop hair loss on the vertex of the head.  Minoxidil has demonstrated little effect on frontal hair loss.  This is the hair line or temples where many men begin to recede and have the greatest concern.

Bosley LaserComb

The Bosley LaserComb is the latest innovation accepted by the FDA that is also the only drug-free treatment for male pattern baldness.  The Bosley LaserComb® uses nine individual laser beams with just the right amount of energy to help stimulate hair follicles and promote growth.

The Bosley LaserComb® is not ideal for advanced hair loss but may be used with pre-operative and post-operative patients after a permanent hair restoration procedure.

For more information on the causes of hair loss and available solutions, call 1-800-985-6405 or schedule a free, private consultation with a Bosley Senior Counselor by filling out this form.  Select the option at the top of the page to receive a free DVD and information kit.

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