Dec21

Hair Loss Medication and Erectile Dysfunction: Is There a Link?

It’s been said that around 30% of men have experienced noticeable hair loss by the time they reach 30 years of age. Many of these men opt to start using hair loss medication in order to combat this onset of male pattern baldness.

As with any medications, there may be some side effects associated with the use of hair loss medication – of which erectile dysfunction (ED) is one of them. In 2017, scientists from Northwestern University set out to find if a sizable portion of men continue to suffer from ED after stopping the hair loss drugs.

While the negative sexual side effects of these drugs are well-known and publicized, the media misinterpreted a portion of this study and came out with some pretty sensational claims.

Nov23

ARTAS vs Neograft: Which is a Better Hair Transplant?

By Limmer HTC - Transplant Technology

As the years go by, robots are becoming more commonplace in medical procedures.

Why is this?

Robots can perform delicate procedures with precision that is unmatched by human hands. Robots also don’t get tired during surgical procedures that can take several hours.

It’s only natural that the ARTAS robot has made its way into hair transplant centers across America, but how does it stack up to the other methods of hair transplants?

Today we’re going to look at the ARTAS robot and how it stacks up to the hand-held NeoGraft device commonly used for hair transplants today.

In order get a better understanding of what is involved in a hair transplant procedure, we’re going to briefly look at the two methods that are currently being used for hair transplants: FUE and the Strip method.

Nov10

Hair Transplant Procedures: To Tell or Not to Tell?

By Limmer HTC - blog, Hair Transplant Surgery, Hairy Situations, Head Scratcher

If you’re considering a transplant procedure, it’s normal to wonder how others might react to your new look. What might friends, family or co-workers say? Would they say anything? Would they notice? What if they notice but don’t say anything for fear of offending you?

Oct27

The Grandest Heads of Hair in the 2017 World Series

By Limmer HTC - blog, Hairy Situations, Locks of Fun

The Last Boys of Summer Play Their Way Into The 2017 World Series

We see numerous sports fans at the Limmer HTC and for baseball fans, the shifting of summer into fall is a magical time. It’s a time when the remaining Boys of Summer run, swing, throw, and catch their way onto baseball’s grandest stage: The Fall Classic.

Oct20

What is Hair Density? Why is it Important in Hair Transplantation?

By Limmer HTC - blog, Hair Loss Education

Counting Scalp Hairs with Friends: An Introduction to Hair Density

When was the last time you asked a friend to look at a one-inch-square area of your scalp and meticulously count each strand of hair? Sounds like a great party game, doesn’t it?

Oct13

The Norwood Scale Explained—And How to Assess Where You Fit On It

By Limmer HTC - blog, Hair Loss Education

Have you ever caught a glimpse of yourself in a photo or security camera and thought, who is that bald guy? Only to realize—that bald guy is you!

Sep27

What’s the Deal Between Hair Loss and Prostate Cancer?

By Limmer HTC - blog, Hair Restoration Research

In Observation of Prostate Cancer Awareness Week: Cancer and Hair Loss from a Different Angle

About a year ago, we published an entry on the hair blog addressing the question, “Does Cancer Cause Hair Loss?” This week, in observation of National Prostate Health Month (September) and Prostate Cancer Awareness Week (Sept. 17-24), we’re revisiting the connection between cancer and hair loss. But instead of considering cancer as a cause of hair loss (which it usually isn’t), we’re investigating hair loss as a possible indicator of a specific type of cancer—prostate.

Sep12

In Celebration of National Hair Loss Awareness: Stepping Back Through the History of Hair Transplantation

By Limmer HTC - Hair Transplant Surgery, Transplant Technology

August 2017 might be “history,” but at Limmer HTC, it’s never too late to celebrate National Hair Loss Awareness month. This week, we’re stepping back through the history of hair transplantation and restoration. We couldn’t be prouder that our founder, Dr. Bobby L. Limmer (pictured above, center), played a pioneering role in the story of modern hair transplantation techniques.

Aug8

Can I Use Hair Donated by Another Person for My “Hair Transplant” Procedure?

By Limmer HTC - blog, Hair Transplant Surgery, Hairy Situations, Head Scratcher, Transplant Technology

At the first sign of thinning or after years of dealing with baldness, many men take to the internet to research restoration options.

First, visit your dermatologist (a better option than your PCP for hair loss), to find out if the problem is rooted in genetics or something else. Your next step is a hair restoration specialist.

Jul28

Which is Tougher: Hair Loss in Men or Hair Loss in Women? Part 2

By Limmer HTC - blog, Hairy Situations, Head Scratcher, Locks of Fun

Last Week’s Hair Blog Takeaway: Hair Loss in Women is Quite Common

On last week’s blog, we set out to answer the question: Is hair loss tougher and more difficult for men or women? Unsurprisingly, there is heated debate between the sexes, so we weren’t able to completely answer this complex question, hence, part 2.

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