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Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for Hair Loss: Evidence-Based Insights

Hair loss is a common concern affecting both men and women, with causes ranging from genetic predisposition to inflammatory and stress-related factors

Feb 23rd, 2026

Folix Laser Hair Stimulation

Folix laser therapy offers a modern, patient-centered approach to hair stimulation that emphasizes safety, comfort, and consistent clinical benefit.

Jan 29th, 2026

Hair Loss Scare - New Article in Airmail Magazine

New article in Airmail magazine online, featuring Dr. Avram.

Nov 24th, 2025

Efficacy and Safety of Oral Minoxidil in Comparison to Topical Form in Male Pattern Hair Loss

Attached paper discussed a clinical trial comparing topical and oral Minoxidil.

Oct 13th, 2025

Consider follicle transplantation for women with hair loss

Please click the article below to read more about Hair transplantation for women.

Oct 8th, 2025

Oral Minoxidil and High Blood Pressure

Interesting study showing that oral minoxidil usage in patients with high blood pressure is safe and effective.

Aug 11th, 2025

Hair kept our ancestors brain cool - and gave them an evolutionary advantage

Interesting new paper on why we have hair on our scalp. The authors believe it was part of evolution for thermal regulation of our bodies and brain so as not to overheat in strong sun!

Jul 9th, 2025

PRP and Scarring Alopecia

Platelet-Rich Plasma therapy has been explored as a treatment for scarring alopecia.

Jun 30th, 2025

Hair Transplantation to repair a facelift or surgical scar

Hair transplantation is an effective way to improve the appearance of visible scars after facelift surgery, especially in women.

Jun 23rd, 2025

Topical Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia Clinical Trial

A Clinical trial by Pelage Pharmaceuticals announces positive results for a topical therapy for androgenetic alopecia. It is designed to reactivate dormant hair follicle stem cells

Jun 18th, 2025

Exosomes and Hair Loss

Exosomes are gaining attention as a potential treatment for hair restoration, particularly in androgenetic alopecia.

Feb 10th, 2025

PRP for Female Pattern Hair Loss

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is an emerging treatment for female pattern hair loss (FPHL), a condition characterized by progressive hair thinning primarily affecting the central scalp.

Feb 5th, 2025

Hair Transplant Surgery for women

Hair Transplant surgery is becoming an increasingly popular solution for women.

Dec 18th, 2024

Study showing efficacy of using two different medications to treat hair loss

Study from Journal of Drugs in Dermatology showing how the use of two medications can help your hair loss.

Dec 9th, 2024

Platelet-rich plasma as a new and successful treatment for lichen planopilaris

Lichen planopilaris remains a common destructive scalp disorder.

Oct 8th, 2024

Our immune system and Alopecia Areata

The etiology of Alopecia Areata is unknown. We do believe it results from our immune system attacking our hair follicles. We know it can be reversed in the majority of patients.

Sep 19th, 2024

Please welcome our new Fellow, Dr. Dawn Queen

We are pleased to welcome Dawn Queen MD as our fellow.

Sep 3rd, 2024

FoLix Hair Growth Laser

Attached is a video with Dr. Avram discussing the new FoLix laser that is FDA approved for the treatment of hair loss.

Aug 21st, 2024

Traction Alopecia

Traction Alopecia is a common condition seen by dermatologists. It is best avoided by not placing longterm tension on your hair follicles.

Aug 8th, 2024

Can shampoos prevent hair loss?

Can certain shampoo prevent hair loss?

Aug 1st, 2024

Ketoconazole and hair loss

Ketoconazole is a safe effective treatment for seborrheic dermatitis ( common dandruff).

Jul 15th, 2024

Minoxidil toxicity and household pets

Minoxidil toxicity for dogs and cats

Jul 10th, 2024

Lasers for Hair Growth

Lasers have been used for many years to remove hair but can they regrow hair?

May 28th, 2024

Hair Transplantation for Women

For some women, hair transplantation is the best way to restor natural volume of hair in see-through hair lines.

May 16th, 2024

Efficacy of Topical and Oral Minoxidil for Hair Loss

Worthwhile study confirming efficacy of both topical and oral minoxidil for hair loss.

Apr 18th, 2024

Hair Transplantation in Women

Hair Transplantation for women is an important option to consider to restore hair.

Mar 20th, 2024

A RETROSPECTIVE STUDY TO EVALUATE HAIR GROWTH FOLLOWING TREATMENT WITH FRACTIONAL LASER

This study, that our office participated in, demonstrates again how laser energy can stimulate hair follicles. Excited to present this at the American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery annual meeting in April.

Mar 14th, 2024

Platelet-rich plasma vs. minoxidil in androgenetic alopecia treatment

Another study confirming efficacy of PRP for hair loss.

Feb 27th, 2024

Long-term Efficacy of Dutasteride 0.5 Mg in Men With Androgenetic Alopecia: 5-year Data

A new paper shared some new long-term insight into Dutasteride use

Feb 21st, 2024

Case study shows safety and efficacy for young people and PRP

Small case series confirms safety and efficacy of PRP for young women and men with hair loss.

Jan 22nd, 2024

Article related to hair and the senses

Fascinating article demonstrating how there is still so much to learn about the role of hair.

Nov 10th, 2023

Medical therapy for Male and Female pattern hair loss

Medical therapy for Male and Female pattern hair loss

Sep 26th, 2023

PRP is a safe and effective treatment for male and female pattern hair loss

In this review, PRP was shown to be a safe and effective treatment for male and female pattern hair loss.

Sep 14th, 2023

Low dose oral minoxidil therapy side effects

This recent article reminds us that all medications have potential side effects. Low dose oral minoxidil has been an effective new treatment for men and women with hair loss.

May 15th, 2023

Moderna and Merck show progress toward cancer vaccines

Moderna and Merck's cancer vaccine helped prevent relapse for people with high-risk melanoma in a midstage trial.

Apr 17th, 2023

Combination therapy for treating hair loss

Combination therapy can be an effective treatment for hair loss for women and men.

Dec 9th, 2022

How to get maximum density from a hair transplant procedure?

Male and female pattern hair loss are progressive conditions. Surgery and medical therapy are the best combination to achieve short and long-term satisfaction with your hair.

Nov 14th, 2022

Nutritional Supplements for Hair Loss

There are a variety of nutritional. supplements that claim to help stop and reverse male and female pattern hair loss. Do they work?

Oct 3rd, 2022

Pros and Cons of FUT vs. FUE

A new paper was published in the Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy outlining the pros and cons of elliptical strip surgery (FUT) vs. follicular unit extraction (FUE).

Sep 20th, 2022

Oral Minoxidil information handout

Below is our written information handout for patients considering oral minoxidil.

Aug 23rd, 2022

NEJM article showing restored pigment to hair color

A recent case report shows patients using cancer medication had restored pigment to their hair color as a side effect of the medication.

Aug 23rd, 2022

Oral Minoxidil for hair loss in men and women

Interesting article published in the New York Times today regarding use of oral minoxidil for the treatment of hair loss.

Aug 19th, 2022

FDA approves alopecia drug that restores hair growth in many patients

JAK inhibitors approved now by the FDA represent an important new treatment option for our patients with widespread alopecia areata.

Jun 14th, 2022

More promising news in treating alopecia areata in this weeks New England Journal of Medicine

More promising news in the treatment of alopecia areata. More clinical trials are needed to ensure safety and efficacy but very promising.

May 5th, 2022

Spironolactone potential side effects

This analysis demonstrates that there is no increased risk of cancer when using spironolactone.

Feb 28th, 2022

Is dual therapy for hair loss worth doing?

For some highly motivated patients, a combination of two therapies can be effective in helping hair loss.

Dec 7th, 2021

Resurgence of SARS-CoV-2 Infection in a Highly Vaccinated Health System Workforce

The New England Journal of Medicine published an interesting article on vaccine effectiveness and the need for boosters.

Sep 17th, 2021

Hair Transplantation: Basic Overview & Surgical Technique

These are the first two CME articles on hair transplantation to ever be published in the leading peer reviewed journal in our field. I am proud to be one of its authors.

Sep 10th, 2021

Medical risks associated with JAK inhibitors

The attached article from the FDA outlines the medical risks associated with JAK(Janus kinase) inhibitors for the treatment of alopecia totalis and universalis.

Sep 7th, 2021

PRP for Inflammatory scalp conditions

This report gives patients a new and safe therapeutic option to treat chronic inflammatory scalp disorders like folliculitis decalvans.

Aug 10th, 2021

Imagine, surgery without a scar

Interesting article regarding study showing no surgery scars in mice.

Apr 28th, 2021

Overview of innovative therapeutic tools for hair loss

During the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) virtual meeting experience, I was happy to participate in this very informative session on innovative therapeutic tools to slow hair loss and increase hair growth.

Apr 26th, 2021

Association between Alopecia Areata and Natural Hair Color among White Individuals

Interesting study giving us more information regarding the possible cause of alopecia areata.

Apr 5th, 2021

6 month consequences of COVID-19 in patients discharged from hospital: A cohort study

The study published in the Lancet in January 2021 regarding long term clinical effects of recovered COVID-19 patients confirms what we have seen in our office over the past several months - increased rates of hair loss.

Mar 30th, 2021

Study examines finasteride risks for younger males

A recent study shows an association between finasteride use and psychological adverse events.

Jan 25th, 2021

COVID-19 Induced Hair Loss

We have seen a vast increase in hair loss patients who have suffered from COVID.

Dec 17th, 2020

Comparison of low-level light therapy and combination therapy of 5% minoxidil for hair loss

This article shows more evidience that combination therapy is synergistic in treating hair loss. This study compares low-level light therapy alone and in combination with 5% minoxidil.

Dec 7th, 2020

A review of nonsurgical options for treating male and female pattern hair loss

Informative review of nonsurgical hair loss treatment options in which Dr. Marc Avram was quoted. Very informative and would recommend to read it if you are concerned about hair loss and are wondering what your options are, before considering surgery.

Nov 14th, 2020

PRP for Hair Loss in Men and Women

Recent studies have shown a positive role for PRP in hair loss for men and women.

Aug 7th, 2020

High incidence of Androgenetic Alopecia among patients hospitalized due to severe COVID-19

This observational study shows a high incidence of androgenetic alopecia among COVID-19 patients.

Jul 10th, 2020

Hair loss telemedicine appointments available

Hair loss telemedicine appointments are available monday thru friday.

Apr 23rd, 2020

We are offering Telemedicine!

Due to COVID-19 restrictions and for the health and well-being of our patients and staff, we are offering telemedicine appointments from the safety of your home.

Apr 15th, 2020

Low Level Light Laser Therapy for Hair Loss

Low Level Light Therapy continues to be an effective treatment alone or as an adjunct to other medical therapies.

Feb 10th, 2020

Combination therapy for treating Male and Female pattern hair loss

Combination therapy is important for the success of treatment of male and female hair loss.

Dec 13th, 2019

PRP for scarring alopecia

A large number of patients suffer from scarring alopecia and are hopeful that PRP can help.

Oct 17th, 2019

Interesting study showing positive impact of PRP on hair loss for men and women

Interesting study showing positive impact of PRP on hair loss for men and women.

Aug 2nd, 2019

Update on Treatment of Alopecia Areata

Clinical trials currently underway to find significant developments for the treatment of Alopecia Areata

Jul 11th, 2019

Published article on finasteride

Important article addressing post-finasteride syndrome. More data is needed to clarify how common and who it is most likely to affect.

Apr 26th, 2019

Potential New Significant Treatment for Widespread/Recalcitrant Alopecia Areata

Increasing reports of JAK inhibitors being used as a potential topical treatment option for treating alopecia areata.

Jan 31st, 2019

Post-Operative Hair Transplant Instructions

What to expect after a hair transplant procedure.

Dec 20th, 2018

PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) for scarring alopecia and alopecia areata

Recent reports showing PRP being used successfully in treatment of scarring alopecias and alopecia areata

Nov 5th, 2018

Female Hair Transplantation

Hair transplantation for women

Sep 6th, 2018

Does Hair Prevent Skin cancer on the Scalp?

Does having a thicker head of hair help protect against skin cancer?

Aug 23rd, 2018

Summer and Hair Loss

Summer and its effect on hair and skin

Aug 7th, 2018

LLLT and 5% minoxidil combined show effective results in new paper

Another paper has been published that demonstrates the synergy between minoxidil and low level light therapy ( LLLT ).

Aug 7th, 2018

Low level laser therapy study showing effective treatment for scarring hair loss conditions.

This paper shows a significant development of LLLT for scarring hair loss conditions, such as lichen planopilaris.

May 8th, 2018

Synergy of topical Minoxidil and Low Level Laser Light Therapy in combination

New published paper showing the effectiveness of topical minoxidil and LLLT in combination

Apr 6th, 2018

Low-Level Laser Therapy for the treatment of androgenic alopecia

Low-Level Laser Therapy

Mar 6th, 2018

Hair Repigmentation During Immunotherapy Treatment

Hair Regimentation During Immunotherapy Treatment With an Anti-Programmed Cell Death 1 and Anti-Pro

Feb 14th, 2018

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)

PRP for Hair Loss Update!

Jan 23rd, 2018

Hair Growth in Two Alopecia Patients after Fecal Microbiota Transplant

Fascinating case reports that may give researchers further insights into the cause and treatment of Alopecia Areata.

Oct 2nd, 2017