However, hair loss is often treatable with prescription medications and professional medical clinics have been providing these proven, effective, medical treatments for male pattern baldness for many years in an ethical and discreet manner. Many big “household name” clinics either charge heavily for these treatments, which they combine into a “patented system”, or try to persuade men to opt for either expensive strand beside strand hairpieces or unproven laser therapy.
For some men hair transplantation is the best option. Modern hair transplantation should not be confused with the ugly and noticeable “plug grafts” of a few years ago. Modern transplantation inserts the patient’s own hairs individually to get a completely natural result. If performed correctly no one will be able to tell, even on the closest inspection. In one session anything up to three to four thousand hairs may be transplanted. Because the replacement hair is taken from the back of the head, which is never lost, it will always grow in the bald or thinning area where it is placed, so a single treatment or series of treatments can give a permanent, natural result.
Modern transplant techniques can be used to improve or complete old fashioned plug grafts, or to replace lost eyebrows, or the side burn areas often lost in both men and women after face lift surgery.
Dr Leat has teamed up with Clinic Del Mondo, which has over 15 years experience in hair loss and transplantation, to bring a full range of hair replacement options to the Gold Coast. Male pattern baldness is a topic close to Dr Leat’s heart “I watched my brother loose all his hair before the age of 20, and I know what a blow it can be to a man’s confidence and self esteem”.
For more detailed information including before and after shots please refer to our Hair Restoration partner - www.delmondoclinic.com