Hair Restoration

Does Tretinoin Affect Hair Growth?

April 11, 2024 by Dr. Baiju Gohil

There’s a seemingly endless list of medications, supplements, and products claiming to slow hair loss or aid in hair growth. While many of these have little scientific support, there is growing evidence that tretinoin (a type of synthetic retinol) may be a promising treatment for several types of hair loss.

Tretinoin is a prescription retinoid medication used to treat skin issues. Retinoids – which are stronger than naturally derived retinols – stimulate the growth of skin cells… reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, lightening age spots, and decreasing the frequency and severity of acne outbreaks.

What Are 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors?

December 21, 2023 by Dr. Baiju Gohil

The enzyme 5-alpha-reductase is present in the prostate, liver, and skin. In childhood and adolescence, it plays a crucial role in prostate and hair growth. Unfortunately, in adulthood, it can lead to an overabundance of dihydrotestosterone which – among other issues – contributes to androgenic alopecia (also known as male pattern baldness).

Do Scalp Biopsies Help Diagnose Hair Loss?

May 25, 2023 by Dr. Baiju Gohil

Hair thinning and loss is a reality for the vast majority of us. Not only will approximately 85% of men experience some amount of balding by the age of 50, but more than half of all women will experience noticeable hair thinning or loss in their lifetimes as well.

The largest percentage of that hair loss is male or female pattern hair loss, which is genetic. There are many other factors that can come into play as well including poor diet, illnesses, stress, and more that can contribute to hair loss.

Sometimes it can be hard to tell if we’re actually experiencing some form of hair loss early on. After all, men naturally get a more mature hairline as they age. So, what can we do to be sure that we are in fact experiencing hair loss? Are there any tests that can be done?

Why More Men are Getting Hair Transplants

March 30, 2023 by Dr. Baiju Gohil

It’s an astounding statistic: According to the International Society for Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS), 1 in 13 men will have a hair transplant during his lifetime. Hair replacement, like other cosmetic procedures, is gaining in popularity every year and truly has gone mainstream.

Tea Tree Oil and Hair

March 23, 2023 by Dr. Baiju Gohil

Tea tree oil is good for a lot of things from pimples to dry skin… but is it good for your hair? Sometimes it’s nice to be able to answer questions with a resounding, “Yes!”

That said, tea tree oil is not for everyone. The smell is strong, and some people find it unpleasant. It is poisonous if ingested – so you need to be careful to keep it out of your mouth and out of reach for children.

That said, there are a lot of good ways to use tea tree oil on your hair.

Post-Restoration Tips for a Healthy Scalp

February 23, 2023 by Dr. Baiju Gohil

Hair loss is inevitable for most people. In fact, about half of the population will be affected by male or female pattern baldness during their lifetimes alone. Once you include other forms of baldness, it’s easy to see how most people will experience hair loss eventually. While some of those forms of hair loss – like telogen effluvium or traction alopecia – can be temporary, the most common form of baldness is not.

Saw Palmetto and Hair Loss

February 16, 2023 by Dr. Baiju Gohil

There are many treatments available in today’s battle against hair loss, and for the average person, it can be a lot to keep track of – topical medications, high-tech solutions ranging from platelet-rich plasma therapy to robotic hair transplant, and a bewildering array of dietary supplements. In order to clear things up a bit, let’s take a look at one of those hair regrowth treatments, the herbal supplement known as saw palmetto.

Is It Possible to Delay Hair From Turning Gray?

February 9, 2023 by Dr. Baiju Gohil

Some men and women look great with gray hair. In fact, it’s been trendy for the last several years to have a full head of gray hair.

But what if you have just a few and feel like they just make you look old? Is it possible to delay the appearance of gray hair or even reverse it once it starts happening? Maybe… if you’re a mouse.

What You Need To Know About Medical Tourism

January 26, 2023 by Dr. Baiju Gohil

According to the CDC, millions of Americans every year participate in medical tourism – which is traveling to another country for medical treatments and surgeries. As a result, it’s very possible someone you know (or perhaps even yourself) has participated in medical tourism before.

There are many reasons people may choose to involve themselves in that including – but not limited to – finding cheaper costs for a procedure in another country, being culturally tied to or otherwise having roots to the country you’re seeking medical treatment from, or the procedure is simply unavailable here while being available abroad.

While many of the reasons for medical tourism may make sense, the practice is not without its risks. With that in mind, what are the risks associated with medical tourism?

Five Winter Hair Care Tips

January 5, 2023 by Dr. Baiju Gohil

Most people know they need to add extra moisturizer to their skin in the winter months. Yet a surprising number of people don’t think about what they should be doing differently for hair care in the winter months.