By Juliette Clemons


Trends in the world of personal appearance and fashion are short-lived. One worth keeping, however, is the the closely cut or shaved head. Unfortunately, studies still show that victims of baldness, usually men, are considered less attractive, and women experiencing such loss have even less social acceptance. Hair restoration Sherman Oaks, however, can help ameliorate the problem for both sexes.

There is no single cause for this condition. Although specific genes are not yet identified as the culprits, experts agree that male baldness is inherited, and nearly two-thirds of all men experience some loss by age sixty. On the other hand, female baldness has a variety of causes and should not be tied to genetic predisposition. Some experts think that one possible trigger is polycystic ovary syndrome.

The traditional way to cope with unwanted baldness is to wear a toupee or wig. While high-quality pieces can look very good, a bad replacement can be detected almost instantly, and may even look comical if it does not match underlying color. Good hairpieces are not cheap, and must be maintained professionally to sustain any semblance of a natural appearance.

There are four general types of baldness remedies popular today. Most are aimed at male baldness, but can also apply to women in certain circumstances. Any woman who suddenly starts to bald should see a doctor immediately, because it may be a sign of other problems. Men, however, have been applying potions to their pates for thousands of years, with little success until recently.

A chemical called Minoxidil is now available in a foam or solution. It is FDA approved, and can be applied to the scalp where the hair is either thinning or already gone. Successfully used by both men and women, it works by stimulating follicle growth. The treatment often takes several months to start working, and is best viewed as a long-term solution.

While trying to find a cure for prostate issues, scientists discovered a newer drug named Propecia. It also can show results in a few months, and works by blocking the male production of DHT (dihydrotestosterone). Like Minoxidil, it must be used continuously over a lifetime, or the same problem will return and progress. Those wary of chemicals, however, can consider scalp weaves. Using real human follicles, weaves are suitable for women and men. They appear realistic, but require maintenance regularly or will loosen and fall out.

Surgical transplants provide a long-term solution for both sexes. Small plugs containing healthy follicles are taken from one area of the scalp or body and re-implanted where needed. Full regrowth takes several weeks or months, but results can be excellent and natural-looking. When thinking about your personal baldness solution, begin with a personal aesthetic and medical evaluation from a hair restoration Sherman Oaks specialist prior to deciding which one is best.

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