Hair Loss Medication Physician Consult Rogaine (minoxidil), a topical hair loss medication, has a 2% solution that is approved for women. Although Propecia (finasteride), is not indicated for women, some female patients with hair loss may benefit from using the oral medication spironolactone (used mainly to control blood pressure). Oral contraceptives higher in estrogen can […]
Hair loss can be devastating for both men and women who suffer from it. While not every person suffering from hair loss is medically indicated for a hair transplant, many who have the procedure feel a sense of renewal of confidence. For some, who have spent years hiding or camouflaging their hair loss, the freedom of having a full head of hair can be life-changing. In this video, Dr. Bernstein describes how some of his patients have benefited from hair transplant surgery. After watching the video, go read some letters from our hair transplant patients that we have received.
We all lose our hair, but hair loss is something that individuals experience differently. Some people lose their hair very early, while some lose their hair and are satisfied with a balding scalp. People lose their hair at different rates and varying degrees of severity. So when is it the right time to seek treatment from a hair restoration physician? Dr. Bernstein discusses how to approach treating your hair loss and when to seek answers from a physician.
Dutasteride 0.5mg, manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline, became available for the treatment of prostate enlargement (benign prostatic hypertrophy or BPH) in North America in January 2003 under the trade name Avodart. In 2006, Dutasteride 0.5mg became available in the United States in a generic formulation. Dutasteride 0.5mg is FDA approved for the treatment BPH, but not for […]
The doctor will perform a diagnostic evaluation of your hair loss and will recommend medical therapy and/or surgical hair restoration. View this page for information about hair transplant costs & consultation fees.
Dr. Bernstein was quoted in an article on NYCityWoman.com, where he spoke about the risks associated with popular hair extensions, such as weaves, wefts, and similar clip-in or add-on pieces. Extensions are a stylistic choice that allow women to dramatically change their appearance. However, their frequent use can contribute to a type of hair loss in women called traction alopecia – hair loss around the frontal hairline and temples caused by tight hairstyles pulling on the follicles.
Understanding the Difference Between Crown and Hairline Balding Hair loss is a common concern that affects millions of people worldwide, with male and female pattern baldness being the most prevalent forms. While hair loss can manifest in various patterns and areas of the scalp, two primary areas of concern are the crown (vertex) and the […]
Robert M. Bernstein, M.D. William R. Rassman, M.D. The Guide to Hair Restoration is based on the original text “The Patient’s Guide to Hair Restoration” by Rassman and Bernstein. The new book has the same easy-to-understand writing that explains the causes of hair loss, how it is diagnosed and how baldness is best treated using […]
The condition and appearance of one’s hair is an important indicator of age and the body’s general state of health. Other similar indicators, such as skin condition, muscular coordination, brightness of the eye and alertness of manner, are often more subtle or may be masked by clothing. Hair, however, is in plain sight. There are […]
Scheduling a Consult To schedule an in-person hair loss consultation, you may either fill out the Consultations form or call us at (212) 826-2400. Our front office staff will do their best to accommodate your schedule and assist you with general questions. Before Your Consult Prior to your hair loss consultation, it is necessary to […]