Do you observe more strands of hair staying on your pillow in the morning or your thinning hairline shrinking to a point where it appears to be receding? Or perhaps you’re struggling with thin frizzy hair that just won’t hold volume? Don’t worry. You’re not alone. Hair loss occurs in almost 40% of women and above 50% of men after attaining the age of 50, but today, because of the discoveries made by medical science, it is now possible to regrow hair. We look at effective stimulation of the hair follicle based on expert insights and real data about what actually works to stimulate hair growth.
Understanding Hair Loss and Follicle Function
Hair loss is a phenomenon also known as alopecia, which most commonly is the result of genetics and hormonal changes within an individual’s body in combination with environmental factors. The central player in this hair loss function is the small pockets called hair follicles, where each hair strand grows. “Hair follicles naturally go through cycles of growth, rest, and shedding,” says Trichologist and hair restoration specialist Dr. Bagadia. “However, disruptions in these cycles, whether by stress or hormonal shifts, can result in extended periods of dormancy for follicles, which generally explains thinning hair.”
Dr. Bagadia has clarified that each follicle is programmed to produce a specific number of hairs over its lifetime, and these treatments can optimize and lengthen follicular productivity. Even when signs of thinning are apparent, up to 80% of hair follicles may be able to generate hair with appropriate treatment approaches, according to the American Hair Loss Association.
Scientifically Proven Treatments for Follicle Stimulation
Both clinical and lifestyle treatments have been effective in prompting follicles to respond. The following are some of the evidence-based treatments that can be followed as per the guidance of Dr. Bagadia in order to help the healthy improvement of follicles that thereby support hair growth:
1) PRP Therapy
It is one of the most popular modern treatments for hair restorative therapy. In PRP therapy, a small part of the patient’s blood sample is drawn, and the plasma, having a rich number of platelets, is separated and it is injected into the scalp. “As can be seen with this therapy, an overall increase of hair diameter of about 30-40% has been noted even six months later, seen in many cases by doctors,” Dr. Bagadia emphasizes. The excellent quantity of the growth factor among these platelets is more functional in encouraging hair to grow in that stage.
2) Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT)
Low-Level Laser Therapy is one more non-invasive treatment that makes use of light to stimulate the hair follicle at the cellular level. It has been FDA-approved. There have also been clinical studies that attest that hair density has increased by 37% over a consistent period of six months of use. “LLLT actually enhances blood flow at the follicular level as well as extends the length of the anagen, or growth phase, necessary to ensure successful therapy,” observes Dr. Bagadia.
3) Nutritional Support and Supplements
One of the major effects of nutritional deficiency on hair is iron and biotin deficiency. “Biotin, iron, and Vitamin D with zinc supplementation can facilitate hair growth and strengthen the follicle,” Dr. Bagadia continues. A study in the Dermatology Practical & Conceptual Journal revealed that an individual suffering from hair loss experienced a 20% increase in hair growth due to the supplementation of a daily dose of biotin for six months.
Edge Discoveries in the World of Hair Follicles Health
A recent and exciting study highlights the connection between scalp microbiomes and hair health. According to studies, “Preserving balance in your scalp microbiomes may protect you even against inflammation-causing elements; such microbial growth is indeed what ultimately forces shrinking in a follicle size,” revealed Dr. Bagadia. Over time, using a shampoo designed to maintain a balanced pH, along with gentle scalp rubbing, can promote healthier hair growth—boosting strand development by as much as 15%.
For those individuals with thinning hair, sooner is better. If it is left to its course, thinning hair could lead to the permanent miniaturization of the follicle. In addition, according to Dr. Bagadia, “The pairing of clinical treatments with changes in lifestyle and nutrition presents the most promising opportunity to maintain long-term health for follicles as well as promoting growth.”
If you are concerned about balding or thinning of hair, then you would need to consult an expert so that you know exactly what the best remedy for your condition is. Dr. Bagadia’s Clinic provides the individual assessment and the advanced treatments that you need today.