Advancements in hair restoration have made it possible to restore a full head of hair. Patients can now choose from a wide range of surgical and nonsurgical solutions depending on their needs and preferences. One such advancement is the use of ACell and PRP as a stand-alone treatment or in combination with hair transplant procedures.Read More

Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) is one of the most popular hair transplant techniques for restoring a full head of hair. Like FUT, FUE is a permanent solution to hair loss and offers its own advantages. If you’re still on the fence about getting FUE as your hair restoration procedure, this article will help you knowRead More

Sometimes, people use hair transplantation and hair implantation interchangeably. However, hair transplants and hair implants are very different from each other. If you’re in the process of getting a hair transplant or implant, you must understand the difference between the two and why Dr. Shapiro recommends hair transplantation over hair implantation as a permanent solutionRead More

If you have been noticing your hairline receding lately, you’re not alone. The American Hair Loss Association estimates that 85% of men will experience some degree of hair loss by the age of 50. And it’s not just men – women can also suffer from a receding hairline with an estimated 40% experiencing some hairRead More

Going through postpartum hair loss can be a tough and emotional experience for new moms. Although it’s not uncommon to lose a significant amount of hair after giving birth, the psychological impact of postpartum hair loss can be heavy. It’s important to discuss postpartum hair loss so that new mothers are prepared for what toRead More

Female hair loss is a topic that can be difficult to discuss, but it’s a common issue that affects some 50% of women in the US at some point in their lives. While it can certainly be frustrating and negatively affect your self-esteem, the good news is that you can choose from a range ofRead More

While the holidays can be full of joy, the demands of the season can be trying – from shopping and running errands while battling crowds to back-to-back holiday parties and social gatherings. The endless parties, cooking, shopping, and cleaning for the holidays can cause added stress to many, and for some people, this can leadRead More

Pattern hair loss or androgenic alopecia is the most common type of hair loss in the US, affecting more than 50 million men and 30 million women. In men, pattern baldness is characterized by receding hairlines and bald spots around the scalp. It usually begins at the top of the temples and over time, theRead More

Laser is used for several cosmetic treatments including skin resurfacing, treating acne scars, reducing wrinkles, and removing birthmarks. But another application of lasers that’s very hot right now is using lasers for treating pattern hair loss. Dr. Shapiro uses Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) as a noninvasive hair loss treatment in Minneapolis.  Here’s what you haveRead More

Hair transplant surgery can sometimes leave unsightly scars on the scalp. Fortunately, you can hide the lateral scarring after FUT with a tattooing technique called Scalp Micropigmentation, or SMP.  This article will show you how SMP works and its effect on your hair.  Let’s get right into it.   Scalp Micropigmentation Defined Scalp micropigmentation isRead More