At our hair loss clinic Dr. Moussa has training in managing most hair loss disorders. She will listen to your concerns and perform a comprehensive examination of your hair through dermoscopy and possibly a biopsy if needed among other procedures. Being in the cosmetic industry since 2010 Dr. Moussa recognizes that hair loss may affect how you feel about yourself and your appearance.
She will offer individual care and emotional support to help you feel
comfortable with the way you look.
Dr Moussa completed her training in Hair transplants and can offer more permanent solutions to increase the density of your hair.
Some more common hair loss disorders managed at our clinic include but are not limited to:
Androgenetic Alopecia
Alopecia Areata
Traction Alopecia
Telogen Effluvium
Scarring Alopecia
Why Am I Losing My Hair?
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Genetics
The most common cause of hair loss is inherited from your family, such as male-pattern hair loss and female-pattern hair loss. These conditions may start in early 20’s and may need treatment early to avoid balding.
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Medical Conditions
Few conditions can trigger hair loss, including hormonal changes during or after pregnancy, childbirth, and sometimes in menopause. Medical conditions like hypothyroidism, PCOS etc can also lead to hair loss.
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Medications and Supplements
Certain medications, such as chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and drugs for depression, heart problems, and high blood pressure among others can cause hair loss as a side effect.
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Physical or Emotional Stress
Surgery or a severe illness can lead to temporary hair loss. Psychological stress can also contribute to hair loss, although the mechanisms are not fully understood.
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Poor Nutrition
Some low calorie diets can cause deficiencies in iron, zinc, vitamin D, and other essential vitamins and minerals, and can contribute to hair loss.
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Tight Hairstyles and Hair Treatments
Excessive hairstyling or hairstyles that pull your hair tight, such as braids or ponytails, can cause a type of hair loss called traction alopecia. Harsh treatments like hot rollers, curling irons, and chemical treatments can also damage the hair and lead to loss.
Surgical Treatment Services - Hair Transplant
Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE)
Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) is a modern hair transplantation technique that involves harvesting the grafts gently and carefully one at a time and then meticulously placing them at the correct angle and orientation in the recipient sites. This is the most common technique and is best suited for clients worried about having a linear scar from an FUT procedure, who want to wear their hair short or whose scalp is too tight for strip harvesting. The procedure is usually done in over one day or two days if large number of grafts are needed. FUE in our clinic is done under local anesthesia and with the use of analgesia. Pain is none to slight in most cases. A few of the potential side effects are redness, swelling, temporary numbness on the areas treated among others.
Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT)
Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT), also known as strip harvesting, is another hair transplant method where a strip of hair is removed from the scalp and then divided into follicular units that can be implanted in the recipient sites. Dr Moussa will advise you if this procedure is best for you. This procedure is done under local anesthesia and with the use of analgesics.
