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This book is a comprehensive reference on hair replacement, both medical and surgical. Surgical treatments discussed include scalp reduction, scalp transplantation, scalp flaps and grafting-from plugs to the very latest technique of micro grafting. Hair restoration in blacks and Asians is discussed, and common problems, complications, and controversies covered.

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Thousands of women silently struggle through the shame, confusion and embarrassment of female pattern baldness and diffused hair loss as they fumble their way through medical and cosmetic solutions for their hair loss. The emotional journey is exhausting to say the least, and often plagued by discouragement and letdown. Lack of clear how-to information combined with the social stigma attached to bonded hair replacement keeps women stuck and in hiding, often emotionally paralyzed and unable to move forward as their self-confidence slowly fades away. In this book, author Susan Falcone speaks openly and honestly about her struggle with female pattern baldness, the emotional complexities involved in trying to find a suitable cosmetic solution for her hair loss. She explores the many layers of acceptance and gratitude she discovered through those challenges, which ultimately led to the profound emotional healing she found after mastering bonded hair replacement and moving forward with her life.This powerful story journeys through her own and other womens' transitions from the misery of female pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia) and/or diffused thinning, to the unexpected transformation created by the catalyst of bonded hair replacement. It explores the domino effect of commitment to lasting change and how it further impacts the emotional and social lives of women, well beyond solving their hair loss problem.This book is for women who are:* emotionally drained over their hair loss* tired of wishing and waiting for their hair to grow back* holding themselves back from living fully and completely because of their hair loss* considering bonded hair replacement but are afraid of the unknown* wanting to get unstuck, get motivated and get clear action steps to move forward* desiring to uncover hidden challenges and stumbling blocks that may be sabotaging their ability to make changes that last or that are slowing down their progress* ready to get re-energized and finally achieve the change they seek--once and for all

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Treatment of hair disorders has progressed considerably over time. More patients are now interested in hair care and some are bombarded by promising advertisements. In reality, hair disorders may be complex and require accurate diagnosis for suitable treatment.Hair Loss and Restoration provides an extensive look at the practical management, both me

Few things are more traumatic for men and women than hair loss. Dr. Gary Hitzig has been through it and created not only a new head of hair for himself but a thriving and well-publicized practice. He knows what people go through and the questions they ask, making him well-qualified to compile and write this comprehensive guide to hair loss and replacement options.