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The Different phases of Hair Follicle growth on the Human Scalp and their Role in Hair Growth
The human scalp is covered with thousands of hair follicles, each follicle is responsible for the growth of between one and/or multiple strands of hair. While all hair follicles have the same basic structure and function, there are actually several different types of...
PRP Therapy for Hair Loss
One on One with Dr. Missy Clifton: PRP Therapy for Hair Loss Can PRP help with hair loss? Hair loss can be an embarrassing issue. Male and female pattern hair loss is a genetic problem that can leave...
What is Hair Miniaturization?
One on One with Dr. Missy Clifton: Hair Miniaturization What Is Hair Miniaturization? Hair miniaturization is a process that is biologically driven by hormones, in which follicles shrink in size over an...
The Great Biotin Debate
THE GREAT BIOTIN DEBATE What Is Biotin? Biotin, also known as vitamin B7, is a water-soluble vitamin known to be essential for a healthy metabolism. At normal levels, this vitamin helps the body convert food to energy, is anti-inflammatory, improves brain function,...
Hair Transplant: Step-by-Step
HAIR TRANSPLANT: STEP-BY-STEP In the step-by-step hair transplant process, MD Hair Labs will be there for you. The first step for restoring hair with a hair transplant is to call MD Hair Labs to schedule your no-cost, no-risk consultation with our expert...
Hair Loss and Mental Health
HAIR LOSS AND MENTAL HEALTH As a board-certified dermatologist since 2003, I have treated thousands of men and women with hair loss. More than many other types of skin issues, hair loss or alopecia can be very emotionally distressing and can even lead to depression...
Hair Basics 101
HAIR BASICS 101 Let's dive into hair basics. Humans are born with roughly 5 million hair follicles covering the scalp and the remainder of the body. Hair begins to develop in an embryo at the third month of gestation and continues for the next 3 months. Hair follicles...
Different Types of Non-Scarring Alopecia
Different Types of Non-Scarring Alopecia The non-scarring alopecias will be the focus of our first discussion. As a board-certified dermatologist, I have been treating disorders of hair and hair loss for over 15 years. Hair loss can be emotionally devastating and, in...