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Just as androgenic alopecia doesn’t occur overnight, low-level laser therapy, or LLLT results, are not instantaneous. However, patients can anticipate a noticeable change within two to four months of regular, dedicated use. Keep in mind that every hair loss case is different, and depending on your diagnosed condition, results may vary. Despite patient-to-patient variances, a few tips and tricks support and accelerate LLLT results...

Searching for an alternative to Propecia®? If so, you are not alone. Finasteride (known most commonly by the brand name Propecia®), has been a recommended treatment for pattern baldness since the late 90s. Recently, Propecia® has developed a bad reputation for causing a slew of unwanted side effects, most notably erectile dysfunction and decreased male libido. Together, these side effects deliver a crushing blow...

Occasionally we hear from patients asking whether dutasteride is better than finasteride for treatment of hair loss. So, let’s take a look at this discussion. Currently, there are only two drugs that are approved by the FDA for treatment of hair loss: finasteride (Proscar and Propecia), an oral drug requiring a prescription, and minoxidil (Rogaine), a topical drug that can be purchased in the...

Androgenetic Alopecia is a common form of hair loss that affects both men (male pattern hair loss or MPH) and women (female pattern hair loss or FPH). You inherit a predisposition to it that coupled with some environmental factors causes your hair loss. There is no clear and obvious inheritance pattern like there is with some diseases. But perhaps you’re wondering what exactly happens...

When it comes to treating hair loss, low-level laser therapy (LLLT) is the most convenient and autonomous approach. The freedom to use your laser cap alongside another hair loss treatment is appreciated by many. Many Capillus® users and their physicians employ laser therapy to enhance surgical hair restoration results. But, you don’t have to undergo an operation to couple LLLT with another hair loss...

If you’re like most people, warmer weather calls for outdoor fun and activities, whether it's sports such as golf, boating, or swimming; backyard parties and barbeques, or lazy days at the beach. And like most of us, you probably put sunscreen on your face, arms, legs, chest, and back. But what about your head? If you have hair on your head, you may think...

Many people make a resolution to lose weight at the beginning of a new year or when summer calls for more form-fitting apparel. However, dieting can cause more than normal hair loss. So, here are some tips to help you keep your hair while you’re shedding the pounds. 1.Go Slowly Crash diets and rapid weight loss are bad for your hair. Resolve to lose...

Personal safety should always be your top priority when undergoing any sort of treatment for a medical condition, such as androgenic alopecia. With hair loss, the probability of finding and potentially purchasing unregulated treatments that could damage your health is high. Remember – no amount of hair is worth potential long-term health consequences. Fortunately, laser hair therapy is regarded as one of the safest...

Some hair loss is unavoidable. In fact, humans lose anywhere between 50 and 100 strands per day. And while genetic or autoimmune conditions affect the hair growth cycle, instigating noticeable balding and thinning, irresponsible actions can also damage sensitive hair follicles and lead to hair loss. Consider (and cease) the following three habits that can thin your hair. 1. Straightening Wet Strands Never, never,...