Hair

Hair thinning is often multifactorial. Genetics, hormonal changes, stress, nutritional deficiencies, aging, certain medical conditions, and other factors may all affect the hair growth cycle. Identifying the pattern and potential contributors to hair loss is an important part of creating an effective treatment plan.

At The West Institute, we take a comprehensive approach that may combine in-office procedures such as KeraLase®, PRP microneedling, topical exosomes, or PDGF with prescription medications, supplements, and other at-home support. Your treatment plan is based on your pattern of hair loss, medical history, scalp health, and goals.

Yes. In many cases, combining treatments allows us to address hair thinning from several angles. For example, an in-office treatment designed to support the scalp and follicles may be paired with prescription medication or nutritional support to help maintain and optimize results over time.

The first step is a consultation and clinical evaluation. We look at the pattern and degree of thinning, your medical history, current medications, scalp health, and other factors that may be contributing to hair loss. From there, we can recommend a personalized treatment plan rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all protocol.

Hair growth is gradual, so results do not appear immediately. Hair follicles move through a natural growth cycle, and improvement in thickness, density, or shedding generally develops over time. Your expected timeline will depend on the type of hair loss you have and the treatments included in your plan.

Often, yes. Hair restoration is typically an ongoing process rather than a single treatment. A series of in-office treatments may be recommended initially, followed by maintenance treatments or at-home therapies when appropriate. We customize the schedule based on how your hair and scalp respond.

KeraLase® is a noninvasive treatment that uses laser energy to create microchannels in the scalp. These channels allow a proprietary growth factor serum to penetrate more effectively, helping support scalp health and fuller-appearing hair. KeraLase® can be performed on its own or incorporated into a broader hair restoration program.

PRP microneedling combines controlled microneedling of the scalp with platelet-rich plasma derived from your own blood. The treatment is designed to stimulate the scalp and hair follicles while delivering naturally occurring growth factors to targeted areas. Treatment depth and frequency are customized to the individual patient.

At The West Institute, topical exosomes and growth factors may be incorporated into a hair restoration plan to support cellular signaling within the scalp and encourage a healthier environment for existing hair follicles. They may also be combined with treatments that improve topical absorption.

Platelet-Derived Growth Factor, or PDGF, is a regenerative therapy used to support cellular signaling, tissue regeneration, and follicular health. At The West Institute, PDGF may be applied topically and can be used alone or in combination with treatments such as microneedling or laser-based therapies.

Yes, when appropriate. Prescription medications may be recommended to help reduce shedding, support regrowth, or address specific patterns of hair loss. Because these medications are not right for everyone, they are selected based on your medical history, individual needs, and overall treatment plan.

They can be helpful when nutritional deficiencies, hormonal changes, stress-related shedding, or other factors are contributing to hair thinning. We may recommend medical-grade supplements or nutraceuticals as part of a broader treatment plan. Supplementation is most effective when it is selected for your individual needs rather than taken as a stand-alone solution for every type of hair loss.