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by Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS
Ah, May.
Everyone knows it’s the month when we celebrate mothers around the world. But have you ever wondered where the word “May” comes from? It’s believed to be an adaptation of a Greek goddess’s name, “Maius,” who was known as the “goddess of growth.”
How appropriate for us at Bauman Medical! So I decided to use the Mother’s Day month to talk to you about women’s hair loss (and hair growth). Maius would be delighted.
Hair loss is more often associated with men than women, but you might be surprised to learn that 40-50 million women in this country have some sort of hair loss.
Women’s hair loss typically presents itself differently than men’s hair loss.
Men commonly suffer from what’s known as male pattern baldness. It affects half of all men after age 50 but can start as early as puberty. Men’s hair loss generally starts at the front of the head, causing a receding hairline, and may eventually result in baldness.
Female hair loss typically doesn’t occur at the frontal hairline but is more diffuse. A woman’s hair may be thought of as “thinning” or “shedding,” not “balding,” and it’s uncommon for women to go completely bald. Sometimes women see less volume or less coverage like a widening partline or they notice their ponytail is smaller in diameter. However, no matter what you call it, hair loss is usually most distressing to a woman.
Hair loss in women can often be caused by heredity. It may also be exacerbated by changes in hormones (most commonly after menopause), advancing age, stress, medications, poor sleep, or nutritional issues. A woman can lose up to 50 percent of her hair before it’s noticeable to the naked eye.
The good news is that we offer a number of effective treatments designed to get a woman’s hair growth back on track.
We recommend starting with a hair measurement using our HairCheck™ or HairMetrix™ system. These non-invasive tools accurately measure hair loss, hair growth and hair breakage. They also determine the amount and quality of hair growing on the scalp. Once we have the big picture of what’s going on we can pinpoint how to best help you achieve the results you seek.
If you’re on a hair regrowth treatment, these measurements can scientifically verify benefits over time long before they’re noticeable in the mirror–so you know if you’re on the right track.
Here’s a quick overview of some of our many treatment options:
Hair and scalp products
• Boost Shampoo and Boost Conditioner (Sulfate-free and color-safe)
Best for thinning hair and appropriate for everyday use with powerhouse ingredients including saw palmetto, green tea extract, Procapil (DHT inhibitor), caffeine (hair growth stimulator), Apiscalp (patented ingredient from celery that fights dandruff, itching, dryness) and more.
• Soothe Shampoo and Soothe Conditioner (Sulfate-free and color-safe)
Best for people with irritated or dry scalps, appropriate for everyday use with CBD (a moisturizer and anti-inflammatory that reduces scalp sensitivity and irritation), Procapil® (reduces DHT level and increases blood flow), ceramides (keeps moisture in hair fibers) and 12 essential oils (anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, anti-microbial and soothing).
BaumanMD Nutraceuticals
Nutra-Team Bauman offers a superb line of proprietary nutritional supplements to help anyone experiencing hair loss or thinning or who just wants thicker-looking hair. Here are a few of the most popular:
• The Recruiter™
This special blend of probiotic, plant extract, and Vitamin D3 promotes the release of stored stem cells (stem cells promote healing of damaged tissues due to aging, injury, and stress). It increases the number of circulating stem cells in your body to promote hair growth and overall health.
• The Good Guys™
This hair probiotic complex infuses the gut with elements needed to optimize the digestive process and maximize overall health and wellness. It supports a robust scalp and strengthens follicles for optimal hair growth.
• The Bodyguard™
A unique blend of herbs and mushrooms, The Bodyguard™ supports a healthy immune system and defends against environmental toxins. Scientific research confirms the benefits of the formula’s immune-enhancing herbs, together with fungi, which include Asian mushrooms.
• A-List Hair Vitamin Complex™
It’s called our “strategic supplement” because it’s compounded with top-tier ingredients shown to strengthen hair and support skin elasticity. It contains antioxidants and trace minerals that protect hair and skin, promote collagen renewal for hair, skin hydration and wound healing.
Regenerative Approaches
• Low-level laser therapy
(also known as red light therapy)
The medical grade, FDA-cleared, and award-winning Bauman TURBO LaserCap® requires only five minutes of treatment per day for improved hair regrowth at home.
• PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
PRP is a comfortable in-office procedure that takes about an hour with no recovery time, downtime, or discomfort. Derived from a small blood sample, platelets and plasma are separated from other components of the blood, concentrated, then painlessly applied into the scalp under local anesthesia to strengthen hair follicles.
• PDOgro™
PDO, or polydioxanone, is a synthetic absorbable FDA-cleared material. PDO threads placed into the scalp have been shown to stimulate hair regrowth. This procedure helps make PRP even more effective and longer-lasting.
Learn more
We know that hair loss can be particularly upsetting for goddesses, and we’re happy to help you determine how to give yourself or someone else the gift of growth. Don’t wait another day to find out about all we have to offer the woman who wants to restore her hair to its former glory.
Call 561-220-3480 to schedule your private one-on-one in-person or virtual consultation at www.baumanmedical.com.
What Do Hair Transplant Credentials Mean?
I know I’m not the only hair restoration surgeon you’ll discover in your research, but I believe I’m one of the most well-qualified and experienced ones you’ll encounter. Before choosing someone for this important decision,
I encourage you to only settle for someone who meets all of these credentials
Certification from ABHRS – American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery. After more than 20 years, only approximately 200 doctors worldwide have received this certification through a rigorous written and oral board examination process. It is the only recognized certification in the field of Hair Restoration Surgery.
A fellow of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (FISHRS). Less than 10% of all ISHRS members worldwide have achieved the coveted “Fellow” status recognizing their continuing commitment to excellence and having met exceptional educational criteria.
Membership in the International Alliance of Hair Restoration Surgeons (IAHRS). This elite group was hand-selected by the premier consumer organization dedicated exclusively to protecting hair restoration patients through their commitment to excellence. IAHRS members represent only the best in the discipline and the true leaders in surgical hair restoration.
Membership in the American Hair Loss Association (AHLA). The AHLA is committed to educating and improving the lives of those affected by hair loss. They are the authoritative source of information for people with hair loss and the healthcare professionals that care for them.