Hair loss can be an embarrassing experience for both men and women alike. In this age where everyone is so obsessed with looks and outer appearances, balding can drastically lower one’s confidence level and self-esteem. Laser hair restoration is one of the most effective and permanent ways to restore hair growth. In a few studies, it was found that laser treatments accentuates hair growth and thus the effective use in the field of hair restoration. Here, we have compiled all information you need to know about laser hair restoration.
1. Laser hair techniques
There are 3 different types of laser techniques available for hair restoration. Depending on your hair condition and root cause of hair loss, your doctor would recommend the most appropriate laser treatment for you. Three types of laser hair restoration techniques are as follows:
a. Laser Luce LDS 100
This technique has the capacity to stimulate 70% of hair follicles. The patient undergoing the treatment is made to sit under a dome like structure that looks pretty similar to normal hair drying set ups at most beauty salons. Along the inner surface of the dome, low energy laser lights are flashed so as to increase the blood flow to the hair region. The light energy gets absorbed into the deeper tissues of the skin that in turn results in increased blood supply. This therapy has to be administered multiple times to get best results.
b. Low level laser therapy or LLLT
This is a similar technique like Laser Luce LDS100, just that significantly lower level of light energy is used in this procedure. This is a milder version of the first technique. Since, lower level of laser light does not break the skin surface, this treatment is mostly recommended to people who have undergone hair transplant surgery or have suffered some injury or burns. This technique helps in healing the scalp and restoring hair growth. It is also favored by people who generally have more sensitive skin and scalp conditions.
c. Home laser hair therapy device or laser comb
This is a self-treatment kit and can be done on a daily basis. This is a far less expensive method of laser hair restoration as compared to other elaborate laser techniques that need to be done under specialist’s supervision. When laser comb is brushed through the hair, it creates a photo-therapy effect on the scalp. Though this can be used as a proactive measure by everyone but mostly it is advised to people who are already undergoing laser hair restoration treatment in order to maximize positive results.
2. Laser Hair Restoration Costs
Depending on the clinic and sittings required, laser hair restoration treatment can cost anything between $2000 and $10,000. Minimum three sessions are usually prescribed along with regular follow-up treatments.
3. Pros and Cons of Laser Hair Restoration
Laser hair restoration results in thicker and healthier hair follicles. It is a permanent solution and helps in restoring youth and confidence. However, laser technique is pretty expensive and also it cannot restore hair growth where there are no hair follicles. Laser works best for thinning hair condition and does not guarantee good results in cases where hair follicles are dead. Laser is also a better therapy for mid vertex and crown areas of hair growth but not so effective for frontal portion.
4. Choosing your hair laser specialist
As enticing and magical it may sound, it is still advisable to choose a hair laser specialist wisely. Do your homework nicely and do not settle for alluring free laser treatments. Consult a specialist to know the root cause of your hair loss problem and all the alternatives available to treat the same. Do not expect a miracle cure and always go for a second opinion. Discuss all pros and cons with your specialist before making the final decision.
