Hair restoration surgery success stories: Wes Welker by Robert T. Leonard, Jr., DO, FISHRS on February 3, 2015 Balding men everywhere got a small victory when NFL Player Wes Welker spoke publicly about his hair restoration surgery. It’s not uncommon to see balding men consistently depicted in the media as bumbling and less than masculine. For every Michael Jordan out there, there …
Hair loss diagnosis and hair loss analysis: what to expect at your first hair restoration medical exam You’ve decided it’s time to consider hair restoration. While you’re excited to get the process going, you might be wondering what will happen at that first exam. Before recommending the best hair restoration procedure for you, your doctor will examine your scalp to …
As the percentage of women who suffer hair loss grows, so too will the number of products sold to women for their hair loss. These products, hawked by late night pitches via infomercials, prey on those who may be concerned about recent or dramatic hair loss. We at ISHRS prescribe to the “if it sounds too good to be true, …
by Jennifer H. Martinick, MBBS on December 28, 2014 Twenty years of hair restoration by the numbers. Anniversaries are natural times for reflection. In October 2012, we celebrated our 20th anniversary as a professional society devoted to promoting the art and science of hair restoration. Here are some milestone numbers that help put those past 20 years in perspective: …
by Jennifer H. Martinick, MBBS on December 1, 2014 Eyelashes have an anatomical function of shielding the eye from injury, from dust and grit. Eyelashes frame the eyes, and together with eyebrows, hairline, cheekbones, nose, lips and chin create the facial appearance that is unique to every individual. A person without eyelashes has a strange appearance because they lack one of the …
Hair loss in general affects individuals very differently. The emotional aspects of losing hair can be challenging. eMed Expert recently updated their report on how people are affected in dealing with hair loss whether negatively or positively. Here’s their list of the top 16 ways people are affected by hair loss: 1. The end of youth: concerns about getting older Hair loss …
Research and Technology in hair transplant surgery have certainly come a long way; however, the innovative techniques have transformed hair transplant procedures tremendously. 7 cutting-edge techniques in hair transplantation Robotic Systems: Robotic devices assist physicians with removing donor grafts individually and cut down on surgical harvesting time. Stem Cell Hair Loss Therapy: Latest research shows stem cells can possibly stimulate hair growth. …
posted by ISHRS on November 12, 2014 Did you know that your hair could show you early signs of health issues? Read how these 7 symptoms can show a bigger picture: Dry/Brittle Hair Heated styling aids like flat irons, can certainly add to the dryness of your hair. If you see large damaged areas or breakage and shedding, it …
Baldness Linked to Coronary Heart Disease The International Journal of Cardiology published a study showing a possible link between Alopecia and coronary heart disease. A systematic literature search was conducted and looked at 31 studies involving 29,254 subjects with alopecia. Researchers found that alopecia was linked to an increased risk of coronary heart disease (OR 1.22), metabolic …
posted by Nilofer P. Farjo, MBChB, FISHRS on October 20, 2014 New findings from research help explain why hair loss happens (ie. specific gene/hormone carried by individual). Research by Rodney Sinclair’s lab in Melbourne studied patients with androgenetic alopecia (AGA) vs normal subjects. His findings showed that the arrector pili muscle degenerated and was replaced by fat tissue in all subjects. This …
GENEVA, IL (October 20, 2014)The International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) recently honored four distinguished members for their outstanding service and dedication to the profession of hair restoration surgery. The award recipients were honored at the ISHRS 22nd Annual Scientific Meeting in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, in October 2014. The Manfred Lucas Award is the ISHRS’s highest honor and not …
posted by E. Antonio Mangubat, MD on October 3, 2014 Flap surgery is a hair restoration treatment for baldness. It involves moving a “flap” of skin from one area of the body to another. Scalp flap surgery has an important but limited role in hair restoration. Patient Selection Scalp flap surgery moves hair-bearing scalp to the bald area …
A recent Men’s Health reported in a Spanish study, 62% of men who were balding experienced a loss of self-esteem as a result of their hair falling out. University of Pennsylvania researcher, Albert Mannes, Ph.D. states “hair loss is associated with aging and thick hair has always been associated with youth and masculinity.” Male-pattern baldness is genetically driven and nearly two-thirds of …
International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery warns consumers of growing risk Geneva, IL – While hair restoration surgery is a booming industry worldwide, the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery (ISHRS) is concerned about a growing trend putting patients at risk – unlicensed technicians performing substantial aspects of hair restoration surgery. As with any surgery, a properly trained and licensed physician or …
Male Pattern Baldness or Androgenic Alopecia is the most common form of hair loss in men and a study shows a link between baldness and prostate cancer. The Journal of Clinical Oncology’s September 2014 issue reported a link to an increased risk of prostate cancer, some more aggressive, in males sharing a common pathophysiologic mechanism. Their research studied over 39,000 …
posted by Craig L. Ziering, DO, FISHRS on July 28, 2014 Perhaps nowhere else in the world is one’s appearance tied to their profession quite like Hollywood. For both male and female celebrities, the right hairstyles can shape careers and set the latest trends but can also hinder his or her future – especially if one’s thinning hair or receding hairline is fast becoming …