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Have You Seen This Mane?
by Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS
When it comes to missing hair, there’s no need to send out a search party. At Bauman Medical, my expert team and I are the only detectives you need to solve this mystery. Our latest advancements in diagnostic tools not only make hair loss less of a puzzle but also provide a profound sense of relief and comfort, knowing that we have the best tools to understand your unique situation.
August is Hair Loss Awareness Month; there’s no better time to bring attention to a shared experience for over 80 million Americans. With many already going through their fair share of stresses, the added weight of a thinned-out crown or receding hairline only creates extra physical and emotional tolls.
There’s no need to pull out the magnifying glass and start looking for clues. Every day, I spend time with men and women well into the later phases of hair loss. With plenty of explanations as to why they don’t have that head of hair they had 15 years ago, I go to my state-of-the-art sleuths to get to the bottom of their cases.
Our Cutting-Edge Diagnostic Tools
Modern problems require modern solutions, which is where our myriad of diagnostic tools come into play. Here’s a quick rundown of each tool we use ahead of the treatment plans I then develop to show you how we gather clues to solve the mystery.
HairMetrix
Thanks to AI, we take a quick snapshot of your scalp to gather information about your exact hair quantity and quality. The HairMetrix tool uses advanced AI-powered algorithms to analyze this data, allowing us to make a precise diagnosis and craft a treatment plan specific to your hair loss needs. We can also monitor how you’re reacting to the blueprint, ensuring the best possible results for your hair restoration journey.
HairCheck
With HairCheck, we examine your Hair Mass Index in specific areas of the scalp to determine your exact hair volume and how it compares to normal. It can also measure your hair breakage percentage—a common culprit for hair loss and thinning. Getting a baseline and monitoring changes over time lets us know what treatments are working, where they are working, and how well they are working.
Trichological evaluation
In this comprehensive evaluation, our fantastic in-house certified trichologist and HairCoach™ Kimberly Jenkins, WTS, CHC, will probe your scalp to address every aspect of scalp health. She will examine the pH balance, hydration status, sebum production, and elasticity of your scalp. This thorough look will shine a light on what works best for your scalp’s future. Coupled with close-up images and lifestyle details, she’ll curate a custom plan based on your specific situation. Soon, you’ll know why they call her “The Scalp Whisperer!”
Trichotest™
After taking a quick cheek swab, we can analyze your DNA and obtain information about your lifestyle. Your DNA reveals the metabolic pathways that factor into your personal hair loss case. This info helps determine which treatment option is optimal for you, and our algorithm efficiently and effectively configures the best course of action, completely unique to you.
Polarized Trichological Microscopy
It’s time to get up close and personal with your individual hair fibers and scalp. With a simple, painless hair pluck, this technology uses polarized light viewed through a microscope to evaluate hair shaft irregularities and hair growth patterns while also diagnosing certain scalp conditions that can lead to hair loss.
Treatments
Now that you know the investigators, let me introduce you to the problem-solvers. At Bauman Medical, we believe in creating meticulously personalized treatment plans for each patient. No matter what you’re experiencing, we’re confident we’ll close the case with a solution tailored to you, making you feel valued and understood.
Low-Level LaserCaps
There is no need to throw on your thinking cap to figure out how to restore your hair. Instead, opt for my trademark Bauman Turbo LaserCap®. FDA-cleared, drug-free, chemical-free, side-effect-free, and non-invasive, you’ll reap what you sow in just five minutes of use — a bountiful head of hair that will have you ditching the hats to show off your flow.
PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
For PRP, I’m going to need your assistance. Give me an hour of your time along with a small blood sample, and in return, I’ll give you back a luscious head of hair. Sound like a fair trade? Great! Thanks to your sample, our experts are able to harness the platelets within to separate and concentrate them from the blood. They’ll then pleasantly apply it back into your scalp without any pain. And since I don’t want to take up too much of your time, one PRP treatment covers you for a year or more.
PDOgro™
Taking PRP to the next level, our state-of-the-art PDOgroTM combines PRP with our thin and absorbable polydioxanone threads. This procedure vitalizes a variety of scalp functions, such as endogenous collagen production, elastin, hyaluronic acid, new blood vessel formation, and fibroblast activity. This FDA-cleared synthetic absorbable material cultivates hair regrowth significantly when coupled with PRP. The non-surgical application of PDO threads into the scalp is a completely safe and comfortable outpatient procedure with no downtime or aftercare.
TED
With our TransEpidermal Delivery (or TED, to simplify it), we’ve broken massive ground on a game-changing growth serum administer. This serum is essential for the scalp, as it helps provide amino acids, dynamic growth factors, and advanced peptides that offer immense benefits, such as increased blood flow, stronger hair fibers, decreased shedding, and stimulated hair follicles. Non-invasive, TED is a fantastic solution for having your scalp firing on all cylinders, ensuring your comfort and ease.
How is it non-invasive? What’s so groundbreaking is that with TED, we’re able to harness sound waves and air pressure to apply the serum. No needles, all comfort.
TED w/Exosomes
There’s no better one-two punch than our combo of TED and exosomes. The latest buzz in the realm of regenerative medicine, the impact exosomes have on cellular communication, cannot be emphasized enough. Think of them as your phone’s cellular (no pun intended) provider. Cells are able to talk to one another locally and across vast differences thanks to exosomes.
Exosomes bolster hair growth because they contain nucleic acids, growth factors, and other proteins.
Hair Follicle Stem Cell Banking
Because no two cases are the same, I’m a firm believer in creating a plan that is best suited for you. And what better way to help yourself than by using your own cells? With Hair Follicle Stem Cell Banking, we can now collect stem cells directly from your hair follicles. We keep these cells cryopreserved in the bank to be used for future treatments, such as topical solutions for your scalp or maybe sometime soon, hair follicle cloning!
At Bauman Medical, we’re always striving for innovative ways to mitigate and manage hair loss. With Hair Follicle Stem Cell Banking, we are expanding hair loss treatment possibilities and beyond. These cells have the potential to serve as the spark for hair regeneration, offering a promising solution for those seeking to restore their hair.
And while hair is what we do best, Hair Follicle Stem Cell Banking goes beyond scalps to our whole body. I’m talking skin rejuvenation, orthopedic treatments, and even perhaps organ repair and replacement — all thanks to you and your cells. Talk about a personalized plan.
Learn More
Keeping up with the state of your hair no longer needs to be a worry. This Hair Loss Awareness Month, don’t just recognize that your hair is missing; instead, get it back. Make the most of August and beyond by finding the hair loss treatment plan best for you. And while you’re at it, be sure to stock up on gift e-cards available on the Bauman Medical website, good for any treatments or products, either in-office or online.
Call 561-220-3480 or schedule a private one-on-one in-person or virtual consultation at www.baumanmedical.com.
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