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Advanced, non-surgical hair restoration solutions from a specialist that you can trust
As a Board-certified medical and cosmetic dermatologist, Dr. Hope Mitchell possesses the qualifications, knowledge, and on-site capabilities in Fremont and Perrysburg, Ohio, to diagnose, treat, and manage over 3,000 conditions. These conditions not only affect the skin, but they can also damage the nails and hair. And, by age 65, it’s estimated that 53% of men and 37% of women will experience hair loss. At Mitchell Dermatology, hair loss treatment is not only effective but also carries with it minimal risk of adverse side effects and complications. It is also well-tolerated and doesn’t require the substantial recovery and downtime associated with conventional forms of hair restoration.
How has hair loss traditionally been treated?
In the past, those with hair loss had limited options. These options included surgical procedures such as grafting (hair plugs), scalp reduction or repositioning to place the hair-bearing skin over balding areas, and other surgical interventions that actually expanded hair-bearing skin over bald patches. Conventional hair restoration/transplantation generally involves an increased risk of infection or scarring at the treatment site, as well as an uneven or “patchy” appearance. Additionally, such methods have required a long recovery. Advancements in hair restoration methods, products, and technologies now enable dermatologists like Dr. Mitchell to treat hair loss in its various forms without the need for surgery.
How can you restore hair without surgery?
We have numerous options! Notably, we may recommend minoxidil. This medication, best known by its brand name Rogaine®, works by increasing the delivery of essential nutrients to the hair follicles. It also helps to shorten the resting and extend the active phase of hair growth, and increases the size of the follicles to thicken hair. She may recommend the Nutrafol® system, which uses nutritional supplements/formulas to accelerate hair growth and improve both the thickness and density of the hair. Alternatively, Dr. Mitchell may prescribe medications like oral corticosteroids to reduce the body’s immune response, which is responsible for attacking and inflaming the follicles (leading to hair loss). She also performs in-office hair restoration procedures. She may inject corticosteroids or platelet-rich plasma.
How do injectable treatments work?
For corticosteroid injections, Dr. Mitchell selects medications such as triamcinolone acetonide. The anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant medication of choice is then injected into the balding/thinning areas with a fine needle. Once injected, corticosteroids support normal hair growth due to their immune-modulating properties and by reducing the inflammation around the hair follicles. For PRP, this healing cocktail is prepared using a small sample of your own blood. The process that follows is similar to other injections; we draw the PRP into a syringe and use a thin needle to inject it into bald or thin patches on the scalp. Regenerative growth factors in PRP stimulate circulation to the follicles, improve hair shedding, and accelerate regrowth.
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What option is best for me?
With these and other treatments available at Mitchell Dermatology, it can be a matter of trial and error. We may start with certain medications and approaches and see how your body responds to treatment. If those interventions don’t work, we have other options to choose from; however, it is also important to exercise patience. Hair grows in cycles. It can take several months to notice big changes in the overall thickness and density of your hair.
To begin your hair restoration journey, schedule an evaluation today. During your visit, Dr. Mitchell reviews your medical history and may take samples of your blood and perform other tests to understand your needs. With an understanding of the nature, severity, and source of your hair loss, she can then suggest options to restore your hair to its “crowning glory.” Call 419.871.3737 to speak with a member of our team in Fremont, OH, or call 419.871.3636 to reach our office in Perrysburg.
Hope Mitchell, MD
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Hope Mitchell, MD, is the founder and medical director of Mitchell Dermatology and an Ohio board-certified medical and cosmetic dermatologist with over 25 years of experience and expertise. Dr. Mitchell obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Biology from the University of Rochester and Doctorate of Medicine from The Medical College of Ohio, where she also completed an internship in Internal Medicine and a Pathology Fellowship. She also completed a residency in dermatology at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan, and is certified by the American Board of Dermatology. She advocates mentorship, education, and diversity in medicine and dermatology. She is the founder of the Mitchell Dermatology Student Gap Year Internship Program. She has been featured in many newspapers and magazines and is also a speaker for Google and Black Women in Media too. Dr. Mitchell is the Vice Chair and Director of Research for The National Medical Association, Dermatology Section. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology, a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, and a Member of the Skin of Color Society and National Medical Association.