Female Hair Loss Treatments

Hair restoration is one of the top cosmetic treatments most desired by both men and women, according to an online survey that asked 2,227 adults what they would do to improve their appearance in 2010, if cost wasn’t an issue.

Coming second only to teeth whitening, more women would rather have hair restoration than Botox, and it is the second most in-demand treatment for men this year, according to the survey conducted by Harris Interactive.

Considering that hair loss affects 1 in 3 men and almost half of all women at some stage, it may not seem at all surprising. In fact, an earlier study found the number of men having transplant surgery increased 444% between 2004 and 2009. On top of that, the number of non-surgical treatment patients was more than double that of surgical patients in 2008. There are a few methods of hair restoration, but not everyone will be suitable to them all. This is why it is most important to consult a specialist before setting your mind on any one treatment in particular.

Clinically proven medical treatments, transplant surgery, and non-surgical hair replacement are the most widely accepted methods of hair restoration. Supplements, shampoos and creams are a popular idea for some, but no such product has ever been proven to stop hair loss or stimulate hair growth. A simple diagnosis and consultation with a specialist will be enough to establish which method of hair restoration will be suitable for you, if any are required at all.

Hair loss is, more often than not, a genetic condition that sees the follicles shrink to produce finer, weaker growth. Without medical treatments, hair growth could cease altogether. If the area has gone smooth, it will be difficult to rectify the degree of loss. Generally speaking, doctors and specialists recommend medical treatments prior to transplantation to try and restore the hair.

Surgical transplants are usually a last resort, or viable option for hair loss as a result of some types of scarring. The patient will be required to have enough scalp hair to spare to the bald or balding areas, but medical treatments may still be required to maintain the new growth.

Non-surgical hair replacement is suitable for those with extensive loss or total baldness, where medical treatments and surgery are not an option. Toupees or hair pieces might not suit everybody, but they can be an effective solution where hair loss is cosmetically troubling for an individual.