Androgenic alopecia (or hair loss) is one of the major causes of hair loss in men and women. It is commonly know as male pattern hair loss and in women leads to thinning of hair throughout the scalp. There are many causes, but hormone imbalances tend to predominate.
Previous treatments included topical or oral medications or costly hair transplant surgery. One of the new therapies for hair loss includes hair restoration injections. Hair restoration injections has been clinically shown to increase hair fullness, stimulate new hair growth, and prevent further hair loss. This therapy uses your own blood, which is carefully separated to isolate powerful growth factors, which are then injected into the scalp promote hair growth. This simple and safe treatment can be done in the office under local anesthesia, and typically requires several sessions monthly to obtain results.
If you are interested in hair restoration injections in Houston, League City, Clear Lake and surrounding areas, call today to schedule an appointment.
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The primary purpose of this treatment for hair loss is to stimulate activity in the hair follicles. The hair restoration injections stimulate the active phase of hair growth in hair follicles that have become inactive and also increases new hair growth. This occurs through the action of various growth factors.
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Behind the scenes, these injections facilitate very sophisticated responses. On the surface, it can provide the results you’ve been seeking.
There are two ways in which hair restoration injections may be introduced into the hair follicles of the scalp. One technique is to perform microneedling, which creates micro wounds to superficial tissue. The growth factors are then applied topically where it can penetrate the scalp through the induced injuries. Within a few minutes, the microchannels begin to heal, but not before stimulating nutrients can be absorbed.
An additional and popular technique for hair restoration is utilize hair restoration injections in the scalp in the area where hair is thinning. Treatment is conducted with a topical anesthetic which numbs the superficial tissue on the head. After drawing blood, we process the vial in a centrifuge. Injections are then administered to the appropriate area of the scalp.
The introduction of hair restoration injections into the area of inactive hair follicles stimulates a regenerative process intended to activate dormant growth cycles. Most patients need a series of treatments to achieve optimal results.
Healthy patients with hair thinning are considered excellent candidates. The best candidates still have some hair present. You will need to have a consultation first with our physician to confirm that you are a good candidate for the procedure. Hair loss conditions treatable include androgenic alopecia (male pattern baldness) or alopecia aerata (hair loss in patches). Patients with active scalp disorders from infection, cancer, lupus, psoriasis, or trichotillomania (hair pulling disorder) are considered poor candidates. Patients pregnant or breastfeeding, with cancer or undergoing chemotherapy, history of keloids, anemia or other medical conditions are also considered poor candidates.
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The treatment typically lasts under thirty minutes and is done in the office setting under a topical anesthetic. The treatment begins with a brief blood draw to collect the blood in a special tube. Next your blood is placed in a centrifuge (machine that spins the blood), to isolate the growth factors. It is then placed in a syringe and injected carefully under the skin at multiple sites. It usually takes less than thirty minutes for the treatment and most patients tolerate the procedure well. The treatment is then repeated monthly until your achieve your hair restoration goals. Most patients require at least 3 to 4 treatments.
In most cases, there is minimal downtime after hair restoration injections. You will experience some mild to moderate swelling and minor discomfort after the injections. Changes will be noticeable after the first month, but may take up to six months to see final results. Because injections stimulate an inflammatory cascade through which tissue is repaired, patients are advised NOT to take any kind of anti-inflammatory medication to manage comfort. Our staff will discuss appropriate medications or strategies to minimize the discomfort that may occur after injections.
Consistency is crucial to obtain satisfactory results from hair restoration injections. Treatments are typically scheduled monthly for a few months. Patients can expect to begin noticing improvement within two to three months. After the initial series of treatments, injections are repeated every three to six months depending on individual response and results.The initial effect that patients may notice after treatment is that they shed fewer hairs. Over time, they can expect to see an increase in thickness and length. The results are not permanent, and hair degradation will naturally occur. Most patients will require biyearly maintenance.
Hair restoration injections is an effective hair restoration treatment with several benefits. First, hair restoration injections are completely natural; it is harvested from the blood, so it has minimal side effects. Treatment is safe and convenient, and it works at increasing hair volume, thickness and decreasing future hair loss. The hair restoration injections can be prescribed as the sole form of treatment or it may coincide with traditional therapies ranging from medications such as Minoxidil to hair restoration surgery. Red light therapy and vitamins may also be recommended to help stimulate hair growth. This treatment for hair loss may be appropriate for patients with androgenic alopecia at the crown and hairline. Women with alopecia and men and women with diffuse thinning may also achieve desirable results from appropriate hair restoration injection techniques.
The risk of complications from hair restoration injections is very low. Common side effects include minor discomfort at injection sites, itching, swelling, and dry scalp.Hair loss has long been perceived as a normal part of aging. It doesn’t have to be. Hair restoration injections have demonstrated promising results for people who want to improve the volume and density of their hair. Learn more about this hair restoration treatment and what it can do for you. Contact us to schedule your consultation.
The treatment price varies for each individual patient and Dr. Carpin will evaluate you in person and prescribe your planned treatment sessions to maximize your results. Most patients requires 3 treatments, separated one month apart.Please call our office today to schedule your consultation with Dr. Carpin.
Consider adding a SkinPen microneedling procedure to enhance your facial skin appearance and combine it with hair restoration injections to stimulate collagen and improve the texture, fine lines, and tone of your skin. The growth factors can also be injected to soften lines or replace volume in a thinning and aging face.
The effects on hair growth can be enhanced with vitamins specially formulated for hair growth, red light helmet therapy or prescription medications.
Call us today to schedule your consultation with Dr. Kim Carpin to discuss the optimal treatment plan for you.
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