Hair loss & replacement for dummies - William R. Rassman

What causes hair loss? Can you prevent it? Can lost hair be restored? This authoritative, user-friendly guide helps you understand hair loss and prevention in both men and women. Youll also find thorough, objective reviews of hair-replacement options, including surgery, prescription and over-the-counter medicinal treatments, hairpieces, natural remedies, and much more.

• Understand the problem
  why hair loss and pattern balding occur, what Grandpas head can tell you, and the diseases and disorders that cause hair loss




• Cover it up
  pros and cons of hairpieces, attachment dos and donts, hair systems for women, and hairpiece maintenance




• Conceal it
  fooling with fibers, applying foundation, and hair-thickening techniques




• Learn about pharmaceutical, laser, and topical treatments
  DHT inhibitors, Rogaine, medications for women only, diet supplements, and LLLT




• Explore the surgical option
  choose a doctor, understand surgical and postoperative procedures, and recognize possible complications




• Get real
  assess the costs, control expectations, dont be fooled by hair-loss myths, and determine whether surgical or non-surgical options are best for you

Open the book and find:

• What you need to know about hair and hair loss




• How to take better care of your hair




• Ways to prevent or reduce hair loss




• Creative techniques for concealing hair loss




• Shopping tips for hair-replacement systems




• How finasteride, minoxidil, and other medications might help




• Advice about low-level laser treatments




• The lowdown on hair transplant surgery