Hair Replacement
If You''re Considering Hair Replacement...
Hair loss is primarily caused by a combination of aging, a change in hormones, and a family history of baldness. As a rule, the earlier hair loss begins, the more severe the baldness will become. Hair loss can also be caused by burns or trauma, in which case hair replacement surgery is considered a reconstructive treatment, and may be covered by health insurance.
If you and your doctor have determined that hair transplants are the best option for you, you can feel comfortable knowing that board-certified plastic surgeons have been successfully performing this type of procedure for more than thirty years.
If you''re considering hair replacement surgery, this brochure will give you a basic understanding of the variety of procedures involved. It can''t answer all of your questions, since a lot depends on your individual circumstances. Ask your surgeon if there is anything you don''t understand about the procedure you plan to have.
The Truth About Hair Loss
Baldness is often blamed on poor circulation to the scalp, vitamin deficiencies, dandruff, and even excessive hat-wearing. All of these theories have been disproved. It''s also untrue that hair loss can be determined by looking at your maternal grandfather, or that 40-year-old men who haven''t lost their hair will never lose it.