Hair Loss Dermatologist Boca Raton
Enjoy beautiful, healthy hair.
There are two types of people in the world when it comes to hair loss…
Hair loss doesn’t necessarily mean you wake up with a chunk of hair missing, it tends to happen gradually. For women, most hair loss is visible around their entire hairline, and not just their part. With men, it’s a bit different with thinning on the back of their head, their crown, and temples. Those with longer hair especially will notice more strands left on their hairbrush, pillows and floors. Another noticeable sign is that hair seems to look thin and limp, with no visible volume that it may have had years ago.
What Do We Know About Hair Loss?
What are the Sings of Hair Loss?
Hair loss doesn’t necessarily mean you wake up with a chunk of hair missing, it tends to happen gradually. For women, most hair loss is visible around their entire hairline, and not just their part. With men, it’s a bit different with thinning on the back of their head, their crown, and temples. Those with longer hair especially will notice more strands left on their hairbrush, pillows and floors. Another noticeable sign is that hair seems to look thin and limp, with no visible volume that it may have had years ago.
Why do we Lose Our Hair?
Genetics- You may want to stop blaming your father for that receding hairline. If you want to be technical, Androgenetic Alopecia “Pattern Baldness” can come from either one of your parents, sorry mom and dad!
Dieting- Not only is crash dieting terrible for your body, the lack of vitamins and nutrients you aren’t getting especially Omega-3s, Vitamin D, Biotin, Zinc, and Iron you’ll need if you want to minimize the amount you’re losing daily.
Trauma/Stress- You may feel like ripping your hair out, but really, stressful lives, even traumatic events can cause hair loss, and may not even appear until months later.
Health Issues- Numerous health conditions can cause thinning hair, including thyroid issues, cancer, anemia, celiac disease, and many overlook, depression. Menstural cycles, pregnancy and menopause can also result in hair loss due to hormones.
Medications- Many medicines including blood pressure meds, steroids, and even acne medications can cause hair loss. ALWAYS speak with your hair expert in Boca Raton before making changes.
What do You do When You Notice Hair Loss?
1. Speak With the Professionals
Who better to ask than the pros? If something just doesn’t seem right, visit your doctor for some testing to make sure there aren’t any other underlying issues.
2. Calm Down a Bit
Try daily meditation, an evening stroll, or maybe a little yoga to relieve stress.
3. Purchase Hair Growth Products
Many products promise an improvement of hair loss, but steer clear from harmful ingredients such as parabens and sulfates that can play a culprit in the loss of volume. Hair loss supplements are a popular option suggested by many professionals with their noticeable results, but they aren’t cheap!
4. Minoxidil is a Miracle
Minoxidil is a proven ingredient to help hair growth and minimize the amount lost when used regularly.
5. Chill Out
You don’t have to stop all heat products, but limiting the use of heat to your hair can help minimize hair loss, help growth, and bring back luster!!
6. Express Yourself
Scared of losing hair caused by dyes and chemicals? Express yourself with a realistic wig. Be a redheaded vixen, a blonde bombshell, even a brunette babe without worry!
Dr. Channing Barnett Is a Princeton Trained Dermatologist and Hair Loss Expert
Educated and trained at Princeton University, Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Columbia University Medical Center, Dr. Channing Barnett, M.D has been practicing since 2009. She is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology with particular expertise in dermatologic and cosmetic surgery. Dr. Channing Barnett believes in maintaining the healthiest skin possible by using minimally invasive procedures for maximum skin care results and long-term benefits. She is the daughter of the late Dr. Jay G. Barnett who practiced dermatology on the Upper East Side of New York City for 45+ years.
How Do We Approach Hair Loss Treatment?
First, come in for an initial visit. We spend this time getting to know you and your unique needs.
Through easy follow-up visits, we monitor how treatments are helping your hair growth over time.
We recommend treatment options based on the specific cause and condition of your hair loss.
Based on the progress, we will either continue with treatment or recommend alternative courses of action.
Hair Loss FAQs
+ Q: What causes hair loss?
A variety of things can cause hair loss, including genetics, hormones, and aging.
+ Q: Can hair loss be reversed?
The cause of a person’s hair loss often determines whether it can be reversed or not.
+ Q: How much does hair loss treatment cost?
Treatment is unique to each person, depending on the cause and progress of the hair loss. Therefore the cost to treat hair loss can be different for each person. Call us to schedule a consultation.