One of the recent introductions in the field of non-surgical hair loss treatment is Laser Hair Loss Treatment. The principle behind the treatment procedure is that the appropriate wavelength of light is used to stimulate blood supply to the scalp, which promotes cell growth and other physiological activities. An enhanced supply of nutrients reaches the hair follicles and thus boosts the health of the scalp and the hair shaft. This method of treatment has shown a lot of promise. Remarkable results have been achieved when used in combination with other conventional hair loss treatment products like Rogaine and Propecia. After completing the treatment procedure effective control of hair loss as well as new hair growth have been noticed.
There are different types of laser hair loss treatments available. The mode that will best suit a particular patient, depending upon the patient's particular needs, can be prescribed by a specialist.
Laser Luce LDS 100
This type of laser hair loss treatment has been proved to be effective in stimulating about seventy-percent of hairs in their resting phase. This treatment increases blood flow to the scalp, so that the hair follicles are enabled to absorb more nutrients and thus grow stronger than they were before.
The treatment procedure requires the patient to sit underneath a dome-shaped apparatus the interior of which is lined with low energy laser illuminators. The laser beams are absorbed by the skin excites the blood vessels underlying the deeper layers of skin tissue. Optimal results can be acquired only after the patient undergoes a series of therapy sessions. The treatment is usually combined with other effective hair loss remedies, in order to achieve complete hair restoration.
Low Level Laser Therapy, also called LLLT
Any type of phototherapy or laser-based treatment that does not rupture the skin falls under the general term LLT. The other names are low-power laser, therapeutic laser or soft-laser therapy. Application of LLLT improves the health of existing hair and sustained use stimulates the growth of new hair as well. This non-invasive method of treatment provides a cosmetic cure to hair loss problems. The treatment involves the use of a comb that uses LLLT to heat and massage the scalp. The pores on the scalp are expanded by the heat. An invisible infrared radiation is also emitted by the comb that increases cellular metabolism in the scalp. Increased blood circulation and efficient oxygen supply to the scalp contribute towards restoration of healthy hair growth.
Low Level Laser Therapy is commonly combined with conventional hair restorative treatment programs to ensure a multi-pronged approach in combating hair loss. The combined therapies provide superior results as compared to any other healing method involving the use of a single product only.
LaserComb - The Device for Laser Therapy at Home
Some trichologists recommend the use of a hand-held "laser comb" - a device that administers phototherapy when brushed through the hair and over the scalp. This device is often used as a supplement to the previous two categories of laser therapy in order to provide additional boost to the treatment carried out at the clinic. The use of the laser comb is also advised following the surgical procedure of hair transplantation, in order to quicken the healing process. The patient should consult a doctor prior to making any purchase of the existing models offered in the market.