August 8th, 2011
Dr. Bernstein discusses the evolution of hair transplantation and what hair transplant surgery can accomplish today using the latest hair restoration techniques.
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August 4th, 2011
In this video clip, Dr. Bernstein discusses his medical background, how he became a hair restoration physician, and what inspired him to develop follicular unit transplantation.
July 29th, 2011
In the video clip, Dr. Bernstein discusses the importance of having a proper evaluation and diagnosis of hair loss, as well as the benefits of doing research before undergoing a hair transplant procedure.
July 28th, 2011
The publishers of U.S. News Weekly have launched a searchable directory of the top doctors in the United States. Dr. Bernstein is featured in the directory with special designation indicating that he is considered among the top 1% in the nation in his specialty of dermatology.
July 27th, 2011
Q: Is the LaserComb FDA approved for women?
A: Yes, on June 11, 2011 the FDA cleared the HairMax LaserComb Lux 9 to treat female hair loss and promote hair growth.
Read this article in the Laser Therapy section for more information on this development.
July 22nd, 2011
In this video clip, Dr. Bernstein discusses the history and evolution of hair transplantation from large “pluggy” grafts to today’s state of the art hair restoration procedures.
June 27th, 2011
Restoration Robotics, Inc. — based in Mountain View, CA — has developed a robotic system for follicular unit extraction (FUE), called the ARTAS™ robotic system for hair restoration. The computerized device has received 510(k) approval from the Food and Drug Administration. Restoration Robotics is due to begin marketing the system for use in hair restoration clinics in the United States.
The FDA classifies the ARTAS robotic system for hair restoration as a “computer assisted hair harvesting system” and describes it as being used to identify and extract follicular units to aid the surgeon during hair transplant procedures.
June 19th, 2011
Q: Can dandruff cause hair loss? I have a lot of dandruff and use the Nizoral Shampoo for it. And can the Nizoral be a reason I am losing my hair? — K.P., Suffern, NY
A: Dandruff (the medical term is seborrhea) does not cause hair loss as it is a condition that involves scaling and redness on the surface of the scalp and does not involve the growth parts of the hair follicle that lie deeper in the skin. Although Nizoral is an ineffective treatment for hair loss (it is sometimes prescribed for this) it will not cause hair loss.
June 16th, 2011
Q: Scalp Med is supposed to unclog pores. How does this prevent hair loss?
A: The active ingredient of Scalp Med is Minoxidil, which will help reverse miniaturization, the process that causes androgenetic hair loss. Hair loss is not caused by clogged pores, so unclogging them will not prevent going bald. Minoxidil, which is also the active ingredient in Rogaine is over-the-counter so it is a less expensive way to use the active ingredient.
June 14th, 2011
Q: Should I use Nizoral every day? — L.S., Houston, TX
A: The product recommendation is to use Nizoral shampoo twice per week for dandruff, but many patients prefer to use it daily. Other than drying out the scalp, it is safe to use daily. The 1% formulation is over the counter. The 2% requires a prescription.
