Improve Your Confidence with Advanced Hair Restoration in San Francisco

Hair loss among men and women can be a psychologically distressing problem, prompting many to seek treatment. Hair restoration treatments in San Francisco are now better than ever before, offering natural results with minimal discomfort and downtime. As many as 60% of all men over sixty and 20% of all women experience significant hair loss. Androgenetic alopecia (male pattern baldness) occurs due to the shortening of the hair growth cycle. This change causes subsequent growing hairs to become miniaturized, leading to noticeable hair thinning. This condition ordinarily is progressive throughout adult life for those predisposed to hair loss through genetics or other factors.

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Fortunately, many changes and improvements have occurred in how we can maintain and restore hair for both men and women. From topical and oral medications to surgical procedures, Corey S. Maas MD™ and the staff at the Maas Clinic™ can produce a fuller head of hair with safe, effective procedures and treatments that will not create a significant disruption in our patients' daily routines. As a member of the prestigious International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery, Dr. Maas is uniquely qualified to help patients in San Francisco and beyond achieve a more youthful appearance by restoring hair growth to the scalp.

The Problem of Hair Loss Affects Both Men and Women

Often, hair loss is considered a "male problem"; however, it can impact both men's and women's appearance, self-image, and confidence. In men, pattern hair loss is clinically referred to as androgenetic alopecia. The condition occurs when a naturally occurring enzyme, 5alpha-reductase, converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT and hair loss have a robust correlation.

In women, certain illnesses and natural changes in hormone levels can also contribute to hair loss, and one in five women will be seriously impacted by hair loss in their lifetime. Although genetic factors highly influence this process, it can be controlled and reversed through various treatments, which will be discussed here. The result of these treatments is a more attractive and youthful hairline, which gives patients the confidence they deserve.

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Hair Restoration in San Francisco

With so many options available today to treat hair loss, you may almost feel like the biggest problem is which solution to select. Today's Options include everything from fully manual to fully robotic treatments, injectables, and topical procedures. You probably have a good idea about the kind of results you want. So, which of these available strategies will best realize your desired outcome?

When performed by an experienced and qualified surgeon like Dr. Maas MD™ of The Maas Clinic™, manual hair-restoration treatment has several distinct advantages. You are most likely to get the outcome you want when your doctor performs your procedure; based on your consultation, he will understand the results you desire and see that each graft contributes to that outcome.

Procedures like NeoGraft or SmartGraft, when well-understood and expertly applied by your surgeon, can give patients precise, high-quality results that easily rival or exceed the results that robotic techniques offer, with the added benefit of your doctor's years of experience and artistic eye. Patients' before-and-after photos attest to the exceptional results our clients have enjoyed due to their personalized procedures.

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Effective Hair Restoration Options at The Maas Clinic™

Men and women have their choice of effective ways to treat and beat hair loss. Among their options are micrografting, which transplants individual hair follicles to optimal locations on the scalp to increase fullness, and medicinals, such as Propecia, which encourage healthy hair growth. In addition, PRP, an injectable treatment, can help promote your hair transplant results by improving wound healing and encouraging grafts, enhancing your overall results.

PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) Treatments

Platelet-rich plasma is a natural component of human blood. After blood has been drawn from a patient, these particles are extracted through a centrifuge here in our offices at The Maas Clinic™. PRP is an autologous treatment that uses the client's body tissues as a part of their procedure, making the technique a safe, natural, and effective way to improve treatment.

PRP is frequently used with hair transplant procedures and is injected into treated areas. PRP has a natural function in the body called hemostasis, a process in which platelets in the plasma adhere to open blood vessels and form a net, which helps control bleeding and promote healing. PRP can help with hair transplants, allowing your grafts to heal quicker and increase the number of healthy grafts you have after your procedure.

PRP also delivers many natural proteins to healing areas, including growth factors, that can further enhance your results. While more research needs to be completed to understand how PRP treatments improve the results of hair restoration and other cosmetic treatments more fully, the value of this concurrent treatment is readily apparent in the results men and women have when they include this technique in their rejuvenation plan.

Propecia

Because of the progressive nature of male-pattern baldness, a hair transplant performed on a young man may become surrounded by new bald space over time. Propecia, an oral medication used to treat hair loss, is often very effective in preventing subsequent balding and preserving the aesthetic results of hair transplant surgery.

According to long-term medical studies of people with male pattern baldness, 83% of those who consistently took Propecia after a hair transplant had no further hair loss. This stat compares to 28% of patients who took a placebo after their hair transplant. Additionally, Propecia has been shown to regrow some hair in approximately 66% of men who use it continuously, making it an excellent alternative to hair transplants for some male patients.

Propecia is not approved for use in women, although some physicians can prescribe it off-label for female patients when appropriate. It is crucial to begin Propecia therapy sooner rather than later since keeping the hair on your head is easier than replacing it after it is lost. It takes about three months for the medication to begin slowing the hair loss rate and at least six months to see regrowth. Propecia is a long-term medication. It should be used for as long as you wish to keep your hair.

Micrografting

Hair transplants are much improved today, benefiting Bay Area and nationwide patients. Clients no longer have to worry about living with a "doll's hair" or "corn row" appearance that was common in the past after having had a hair restoration treatment. Modern hair transplant techniques, known as micrografting, can restore hair with natural and long-lasting results. Corey S. Maas, MD, of The Maas Clinic™, offers hair restoration treatments that use micro grafting techniques to provide his patients with a minimally-invasive way to improve the appearance of their hairline with consistently exceptional results.

Micrografting is performed in our office using local anesthesia in most cases. During the procedure, small units of hair follicles are removed from the donor site, usually located at the back of the scalp. The incisions that remove these units are tiny and leave almost no visible scarring afterward. Because the incision areas are small and precise, bleeding is minimal, and healing is fast. The grafts are taken so that they have the minimum impact on the donor area, ensuring that after your hair restoration procedure, the donor and recipient areas both look full, healthy, and vital.

Once the units are removed, they can be grafted into the area in the front of the scalp using care to ensure all of the hair in the area is growing in the same direction. As your grafts are placed, great care is taken to protect existing hairs in the area to maximize fullness and safeguard your final results. The grafted area allows hair to grow naturally in the treatment area, allowing you to cut and style your hair in treated areas like in any other area of your scalp. Micrografting techniques give patients the most natural look by using a client's hair and seamlessly integrating follicles into the growth pattern of the recipient area, enabling highly customizable results.

One of the most desirable features of hair restoration techniques that use micrografting is that most patients can return to regular activities within a day or two after their procedure. They will also have no visible signs indicating that they have had a hair transplant performed. There may be mild swelling or itching at the donor and graft sites, typically subsiding within approximately one week of their treatment. With micrografting, clients can achieve full results in just one procedure session. However, patients with significant hair loss may need additional sessions to obtain the full head of hair they seek.

Combine Hair Restoration with Facial Rejuvenation for Enhanced Results

Other procedures can be valuable hair replacement options in certain patients, including scalp reductions and scalp expansions. Follicular unit hair transplants may also be recommended in conjunction with facelift procedures when the patient is concerned about hair loss and the signs of aging on the face. In these situations, hair grafts are prepared from the portion of the scalp, which is removed and usually discarded in facelift procedures. The grafts are then placed into the recipient area to restore fullness, rejuvenate the scalp, and enhance the facial area. Cost of Hair Transplants The cost of your hair restoration procedure will vary depending on the type of procedure you choose, the amount of rejuvenation you want, and the quality of your aesthetic medical provider.

No two patients have the same needs, and the cost of your treatment can only be genuinely assessed after having a complete examination during an in-person consultation with your hair restoration specialist. You should call and schedule your appointment with Corey S. Maas, MD, of The Maas Clinic™ today. Your needs will largely determine your costs. A micrografting procedure will cost more than medical options, but medical options alone may not give you the results you want and may not give you value for your investment. However, for patients with minimal or only early hair loss, a micrografting procedure may bring costs and treatment that aren't necessary based on your symptoms and goals.

However, you will always get the best return on your treatment costs when you select the most highly-trained and experienced surgeon to perform your procedure. Your surgeon's qualifications will impact every aspect of your procedure — from the quality of your initial consultation to the support you receive throughout your recovery. Of course, you will receive the most significant benefit from a procedure performed with the utmost safety and the highest regard for your desired results. Hair restoration is a highly complex and nuanced medical treatment, not a transaction where clients are well served by seeking a bargain.

Hair Restoration at The Maas Clinic™

If you live in San Francisco or adjacent areas, Corey S. Maas, MD, and the staff at The Maas Clinic™ are conveniently located to help you get started on safe, personalized, and effective hair loss treatments. We look forward to answering your questions about hair restoration or other treatments to help rejuvenate the face and body. A hair restoration treatment performed by Dr. Maas can help revitalize your look. When paired with other treatments, you can enjoy substantial and long-lasting rejuvenation that brings joy and ease back into your life.

To schedule your exclusive, in-person appointment, please contact us now. Dr. Maas looks forward to putting his ample experience and commitment to your look and well-being to work for you. We hope to see you soon!

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Hair Restoration FAQ

How Much Does a Hair Transplant Cost?

How Should I Prepare for Laser Hair Removal or IPL?

How Often Can I Use Laser Hair Removal?

How Much Does a Hair Transplant Cost?

In metropolitan areas and with an expert surgeon, it's between $5 and $15, sometimes as low as $4 to $15, per hair graft. The cost is usually calculated by the graft, with the more hair being transplanted, the more efficient it is for the hair transplantation center. The Maas Clinic has three hair-cutting stations with microscope magnification and special lighting. If proceeding with follicular unit extraction, our expert technicians cut the hairs into follicular units, cutting away the unneeded areas of body tissue, etc., designing the perfect graft for the hair. They also separate the thicker hairs from finer hair, with the finer hairs going along the frontal hairline, and in the temple area, the thicker hair grows more in the crown area and then in the frontal portion of the scalp behind the frontal hairline.

How Should I Prepare for Laser Hair Removal or IPL?

Preparation for laser hair removal is crucial for optimal results. Firstly, it's essential to avoid any form of tanning, including spray tanning, as it can affect the contrast between the color of your hair and your skin. You want the most significant possible contrast between skin and hair for effective treatment. Additionally, consider shaving areas where hair removal is desired. While we can perform this step at our clinic if you prefer, it's often more convenient and safer for you to shave your face, legs, or bikini area before the session. We can assist with shaving during the appointment for areas like the back.

How Often Can I Use Laser Hair Removal?

The answer to that question is based on the science or the physiology of hair growth. At any given time, hair may be resting, meaning there's no hair in the shaft or near the follicle. In which case, that follicle wouldn't be destroyed. Remember that hair itself is just a protein; it's not a growing or living cell; the hair itself or the protein is produced by the follicle at the base of the hair, and as hair grows, the hair follicle produces protein. When targeting hair to make it go away permanently, we must ensure hair growth for the laser to target. When the laser hits that hair, the light energy is absorbed. It rapidly heats the follicle from which the hair is derived, and it destroys the follicle, and thus, the hair is destroyed permanently; there's no new hair growth.

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