Your Concern
Hair Thinning
Restore density and thickness with regenerative scalp treatments
Understanding Your Concern
About Hair Thinning
Hair thinning is deeply personal—many patients tell us it affects their confidence and sense of identity. The causes are diverse: genetics (androgenetic alopecia), hormonal changes from thyroid disease or menopause, stress-related shedding, nutritional deficiencies, and underlying medical conditions. Scalp microneedling has a growing clinical evidence base for improving hair density and slowing loss, particularly in genetic pattern alopecia. But microneedling alone isn't a cure-all; we evaluate your specific hair loss pattern and determine whether scalp microneedling, pharmaceutical therapies (minoxidil, finasteride), or a combination makes the most sense. The realistic timeline is important: hair growth is slow. Expect 3–6 months before visible improvement, and you'll need maintenance sessions. Early intervention (within the first 2–3 years of loss) typically yields better outcomes than waiting.
Common Causes
- Androgenetic alopecia (male- or female-pattern genetic loss)
- Hormonal changes (thyroid dysfunction, postpartum, menopause)
- Stress-related shedding (telogen effluvium)
- Nutritional deficiencies (iron, ferritin, vitamin D, biotin, zinc)
- Medical conditions and medications (autoimmune, chemotherapy, certain drugs)
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Schedule a consultation to discuss your hair thinning concerns with Dr. Shirazi.
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Additional Options
Tips from Dr. Azi
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Get a proper medical evaluation before starting any treatment—identify the underlying cause
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Check your iron, ferritin, B12, vitamin D, and thyroid function; deficiencies are common culprits
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PRP works best for early to moderate thinning; very advanced loss may not respond
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Combining PRP with minoxidil (Rogaine) or finasteride (Propecia) often improves results significantly
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Hair improvement is slow—expect 3–6 months of consistent treatment before visible change
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Manage stress through exercise, sleep, and meditation; chronic stress worsens hair loss
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Maintenance treatments (PRP boosters every 6–12 months) are typically needed to sustain results
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The $100 consultation fee is credited toward your first treatment.