Hereditary Hair Loss

  The hereditary form of alopecia is called androgenic alopecia or AGA. Its a result of DHT dihydrotestosterone, a byproduct of testosterone. attacking the hair follicles; blocking the androgen receptors from reaching the hair bulb via the dermal papilla, the blood supply to each hair. Without nutrients the hair begins to starve, in a sense,  resulting in miniaturization of effected follicles, and thinner, less viable hair.  If untreated, scarring can occur and the affected follicles will longer grow hair. 

AGA affects men and women differently. In men, it typically recedes the hairline and causes thinning throughout the crown or top area of the scalp. Women usually experience diffuse thinning across the top with no visible changes to the recession hairline. 

Our first course of action in combatting AGA is to perform a thorough analysis of scalp conditions. If DHT is the culprit of hair loss, the follicle will show tell-tell signs. A scalp analysis consists of microscopic and digital imaging to view current scalp conditions and a family history questionnaire is completed to accurately assess all possible causes of hair loss. On occasion, medical attention will be necessary. Depending on what conditions are present on the scalp, the technician is knowledgable in referring the client to the adequate medical professional who is best suited to address the hair loss in the quickest methods possible.

If you have noticed the density of your hair getting thinner around your part-line, shortened hairs at temporal areas and/or excessive shedding, you may be experiencing androgenic alopecia or several other forms of alopecia. Please don't hesitate in taking action! Certain forms of alopecia can be very fast moving, even with medical treatment. Schedule a scalp analysis to determine what is causing your hair loss. Hair loss is like any other medical condition; prevention is key!!