As the cliché goes: 'Your hair is your crown and glory,' no matter the gender. Hair loss (Alopecia) is categorized as scarring (with permanent destruction of hair follicles) or nonscarring. Non-scarring alopecia is the most common form of hair loss and can be classified as patterned, diffuse, or focal, based on the distribution of hair loss.
For men, well-maintenance, thick hair enhances their good looks, adding to the appeal of an already attractive face. To a certain extent, it contributes to your personality and embodies your identity. Men in their late 40s, 50s, or even 30s with hair loss often appear much older than their actual age, prompting them to seek aesthetic treatments. Today, let me share with you about male androgenic alopecia, a topic you should take advantage of.
Understand Your Own Hair Cycle First
Humans are usually born with approximately 5 million hair follicles in their body and over 1 million on their scalp, and no new follicles are thought to be added after birth.
The hair follicle cycle is characterized by a period of growth (anagen), followed by a period of regression and remodeling (catagen), then a period of rest (telogen), and final stage which is shedding (exogen).
The anagen phase is the longest, lasting an average of 1000 days (ranging from 1 to 6 years depending on body location).
The catagen phase lasts approximately 10 days.
The telogen phase is the resting period with inactivity, lasting about 100 days.
The shedding period (exogen) is believed to be an active process and independent of telogen and anagen.
The hair involutes through apoptosis of follicular keratinocytes, leaving a club hair( A club hair is a normal, fully formed strand that has stopped growing). The club hair is shed in the exogen phase and a new anagen hair grows in its place to resume the cycle.
On the normal human scalp, 90% of follicles are in the anagen phase, only approximately 10 % of follicles are in the telogen phase while <1% are in the catagen phase.
Male androgenic alopecia, also known as male pattern hair loss and male balding, is a common and progressive form of hair loss distinguished by the reduction of terminal hairs on the scalp in a distinctive distribution. This form of hair loss typically follows a predictable pattern, such that patients’ hair usually begins to recede at the temples (M pattern) or notice a thinning patch on the crown, followed by gradually increasing thinning and sometimes complete loss of hair on the top of the head. Although androgenic alopecia is a benign and asymptomatic disorder, anecdotal evidence suggests that it is the most common cause of hair loss in men who seek treatment.
Facts Behind Male Pattern Hair Loss
1. Sexual Hormone: Androgen
Male androgenic alopecia typically develops after puberty, a phase associated with a dramatic increase in androgen production. Dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a converted form of the testosterone hormone is the key androgen involved in the induction and promotion of male pattern hair loss. Furthermore, the oversensitivity of hair follicles to DHT leads to follicular miniaturization, causing the hair type to shrink from terminal hairs(long, coarse, pigmented) to vellus-like (short, fine, non-pigmented) hairs.
2. Genetics
Male pattern baldness is considered a heritable disorder as it tends to run in families. If your grandfather, father, or brothers experienced early balding, there is a higher likelihood that you will as well. The strongest genetic influence is often observed on the mother's side; if your maternal grandfather experienced baldness, it is likely a better indicator that you will too, compared to if your father's father lost his hair.
What Are The Coping Strategies We Can Offer:
Are you tired of watching your hair thinning day by day? Now, let's discover the revolutionary solution to hair loss, especially with our advanced laser system, the Fotona SP Dynamis NX Line HaiRestart. This cutting-edge laser technology is exclusively available at Dream Clinic and is not found in other laser systems, making it a treatment you need to consider. It offers a non-invasive option for hair loss treatment. This innovative solution focuses on stimulating dormant hair follicles to promote hair growth by activating specific cell signaling pathways that regulate the hair cycle. As a result, it brings significant improvement in hair growth, along with increased hair density, stabilization of hair loss, and, of course, a healthier scalp.
To achieve more impressive and sustainable results, a holistic approach that combines various medical aesthetic treatments is necessary to optimize hair regrowth. At Dream Clinic, we have a wide array of options accordingly.
For instances:
1. Topical and Oral Medications
Topical minoxidil and oral finasteride are the FDA-approved therapeutic agents that have been most extensively studied for the treatment of androgenic alopecia in men.
Topical minoxidil promotes hair growth by increasing the duration of anagen, shortening telogen and enlarging miniaturized follicles.
Finasteride can lead to hair regrowth or slow hair loss by inhibiting the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT).
2. Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF)
PRF is a superior generation of PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) that we offer at Dream Clinic. PRF contains 10 times the amount of growth factors, which are naturally occurring substances that play a major role in stimulating hair growth through cell proliferation, differentiation and angiogenesis (blood supply to hair follicle). By creating a stronger network of blood supply to the scalp, the follicle is encouraged to produce better, thicker and longer hair. PRF is a safe procedure because it is generated from your own blood.
3. Hair Filler (Dr CYJ Hair Filler)
Hair filler is a clinically proven, patented, and exclusive peptide complex for hair regrowth and health. It contains 7 hair growth peptides that are effective for any type of non-scarring alopecia. Additionally, it can help to slow the progress of hair loss.
4. Hair Regenera Activa
Regenera Activa therapy is an advanced and effective medical treatment that relies on capillary regeneration techniques to combat alopecia. It is purely natural, using your own autologous micrografts which contain progenitor cells, growth factors, and extracellular matrix that are used in the regenerative process of renewing and growing new hair. As a result, this improves the density of the existing hair, activates dormant cells under the scalp, and stimulates the activity of inactive hair follicles.
Nutshell
In the journey of reclaiming your crowning glory, remember that you do not have to face male pattern hair loss alone. Together, we can unlock the potential for renewed hair growth. At Dream Clinic, our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to helping you rediscover your confidence and feel your best. Your journey to hair restoration starts here, with us. You are welcome to schedule a consultation with us!
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