Medical Management of hair loss in St. George
DESERT BLOOM PLASTIC SURGERY
What medications can I take to slow or stop hair thinning?
Several FDA medications are used to help improve or stabilize hair loss and have wonderful research showing improvement while using them.
- Minoxidil: A common topical over-the-counter foam that stimulates hair growth a the follicle level. It can be used by both men and women.
- Finasteride: This oral medication is used by men to reduce the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Hair follicles for male-pattern hair loss are sensitive to DHT and will cause the hair follicle to thin or shed the hair over time.
- Other medications are not FDA approved for hair loss but are sometimes used off-label such as Dutasteride, spironolactone, and corticosteroids.
Nutrafol is a dietary supplement containing necessary vitamins, adaptogens, and anti-inflammatory ingredients designed to strengthen your hair. This product is available in our office.
Low-level laser therapy has been shown to stimulate the scalp resulting in increased hair growth. Many devices are available to use but our patients tell us Capillus is the most user friendly.
Contact Dr. Jordan Wallin to discuss your hair loss and treatment options to increase your confidence
If you’d like to learn more about any of these options, Dr. Wallin would love to talk with you. Call us at (435) 627-8150, or reach out to us online to set up an appointment to meet one-on-one with a talented plastic surgeon.