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Hair Loss affects: |
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Men with male pattern baldnessSome women with thinning hair or female pattern thinning People with areas of
scarring from injuries or hair loss after face lift procedures |
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Certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery
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of the causes of hair loss include thyroid disease, high fever, diet,
childbirth and certain medications. Androgenetic Alopecia is the term
used for the most common form of scalp hair loss, otherwise known
as male and female pattern hair loss. It is not caused by clogged
hair follicles, frequent shampooing, poor circulation or the use of
hats or helmets.
A combination of male hormones called androgens and heredity
are the main contributory factors to male pattern hair loss. Male
and female pattern hair loss are genetically inherited from either
side of the family and begins to develop after puberty. Hair on
the scalp that is genetically affected by DHT (dihydrotestoterone)
(generally the front and top of the scalp), starts to shrink until
it is lost. Whereas hair at the back and sides of the scalp is permanent
because it is not affected by DHT. The hair at the back and sides
of the scalp is then transferred to the balding parts because it
has a memory to never fall out.
Dr. Martello offers hair transplant surgery and medical
treatments to enhance long-term results of hair restoration. She
will work with you to design an individualized plan to fulfill your
specific needs.
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