June 30, 2009
When does hair loss start? > Bosley Solutions
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The stereotypical man losing his hair is middle-aged and older, but what many people don’t realize is that male pattern baldness can actually begin as early as the late teens.  A large number of men in their twenties can show significant hair loss and genetic male pattern baldness.

The varying degrees of male pattern baldness are illustrated in the Norwood Scale.  Women experience female pattern hair loss, which is illustrated by the Ludwig Scale.  Before and after pictures of both men and women with varying degrees of initial hair loss are available in the Bosley Patient Gallery.  These Bosley patients opted for the only  permanent solution to hair loss, permanent hair restoration surgery.

Typically in men, the first sign of hair loss is likely to occur around the “widow’s peak”.  This is the area above the eyebrows.  Thinning in this area can result in the appearance of a high forehead.  Excessive shedding while combing and showering can also occur.

The International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS), explains that early hair loss can be disturbing for young men, hindering social and career life.  The result has been that nearly 17% of all hair restoration procedures in 2006 were men between 20 and 29.

There are solutions to hair loss that can help men of any age.  The only permanent solution to hair loss is hair restoration surgery.  This procedure essentially moves hair and follicles from where you have more than you need to areas that are thinning or bald.  The transplanted follicles are resistant to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which is the primary cause of male pattern hair loss.

Read more details about Bosley permanent hair restoration.

Bosley LaserComb

Another solution offered by Bosley to treat male pattern hair loss is the Bosley Lasercomb.  The Bosley Lasercomb can be used for the earliest stages of hair loss or as part of a complete treatment plan before and after permanent hair restoration.

This latest innovation uses 9 individual laser beams with just the right amount of energy to help promote hair growth and stimulate the follicles.  The device has been clinically proven to make hair appear fuller, thicker and healthier in men with male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia).

The Bosley LaserComb is a hand-held device that is applied to thinning areas for 10-15 minutes, three times per week.

Learn more about the Bosley Lasercomb.

To learn more about hair loss, the causes of hair loss and the typical cost of treatments call
1-800-985-6405 or fill out this short form.  You’ll have the options to order a free DVD and Guide Book and to schedule a free, private consultation with a Bosley Senior Counselor.

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