Experiencing thinning hair, bald patches, or excessive shedding? Our board-certified dermatologists identify the exact cause of your hair loss and create personalized treatment plans to help restore your hair and confidence.
Schedule Your Hair Loss ConsultationHair loss affects millions of men and women, yet its causes are remarkably diverse. From genetic pattern thinning to autoimmune attacks on hair follicles, from hormonal imbalances to nutritional deficiencies—each type of hair loss has a distinct cause and requires a specific treatment approach.
At Paradise Medical Center in Westchester, Miami, our dermatologists specialize in the medical evaluation of hair loss. We go beyond surface-level observations to identify the root cause through detailed clinical examination, dermoscopy (magnified scalp analysis), blood tests, and when necessary, scalp biopsy.
Many patients delay seeking professional help, trying over-the-counter products or home remedies that may be ineffective—or worse, allow a treatable condition to progress. For conditions like scarring alopecia, early intervention is critical because delayed treatment can result in permanent follicle destruction and irreversible hair loss.
Whether you're noticing gradual thinning, sudden shedding, or patchy bald spots, our dermatologists will determine the exact type of hair loss you're experiencing and develop a targeted treatment plan designed to maximize regrowth and prevent further loss.
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Our dermatologists are experienced in diagnosing and treating all forms of alopecia. Understanding the specific type of hair loss is essential for selecting the most effective treatment.
The most common type of hair loss, affecting both men and women. Caused by genetic sensitivity to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), it produces gradual thinning at the temples and crown in men, and diffuse thinning along the part line in women. Treatable with minoxidil, finasteride, spironolactone, and PRP therapy.
An autoimmune condition where the immune system attacks hair follicles, causing round, smooth bald patches on the scalp or body. Can progress to total scalp hair loss (alopecia totalis) or complete body hair loss (alopecia universalis). Treatments include corticosteroid injections, topical immunotherapy, and newer JAK inhibitor medications.
Sudden, diffuse hair shedding triggered by physical or emotional stress, illness, surgery, childbirth, rapid weight loss, or medication changes. Hair typically regrows within 6–12 months once the trigger is resolved. We identify the underlying cause and support recovery with nutritional optimization.
Hair loss caused by prolonged tension on hair follicles from tight hairstyles—braids, ponytails, buns, extensions, and weaves. Common in Miami's diverse community. Early intervention with hairstyle modification and medical treatment can allow full regrowth, but chronic traction can cause permanent scarring.
A group of conditions where inflammation destroys hair follicles and replaces them with scar tissue, causing permanent hair loss. Includes lichen planopilaris, frontal fibrosing alopecia, and central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia (CCCA). Early, aggressive treatment is critical to halt progression.
Untreated scalp conditions like severe seborrheic dermatitis, scalp psoriasis, and fungal infections can cause temporary hair loss. Treating the underlying scalp condition typically restores normal hair growth within several months.
We offer a comprehensive range of evidence-based treatments, from FDA-approved medications to advanced regenerative therapies. Treatment plans are customized based on the type, severity, and duration of hair loss, as well as your personal goals and health profile.
Minoxidil (topical or oral) stimulates hair follicles and extends the growth phase. Finasteride blocks DHT production in men with androgenetic alopecia. Spironolactone provides anti-androgen benefits for women. We carefully monitor all medications for efficacy and side effects throughout your treatment journey.
PRP uses concentrated growth factors from your own blood to stimulate dormant follicles, improve scalp blood supply, and promote thicker, stronger hair. Clinical studies show significant improvement in hair count and density after 3–4 monthly sessions, with maintenance treatments every 4–6 months.
Intralesional corticosteroid injections are the first-line treatment for alopecia areata. Precisely injected into and around bald patches, they suppress the local immune attack on hair follicles and promote regrowth. Most patients see new growth within 4–8 weeks of treatment.
Microneedling creates controlled micro-injuries in the scalp that trigger the body's natural wound healing response, stimulating stem cells in hair follicles and increasing growth factor release. When combined with PRP or minoxidil, microneedling significantly enhances treatment outcomes for androgenetic alopecia.
One of the most critical factors in successful hair loss treatment is timing. The sooner you begin treatment, the better your chances of preserving existing hair and regrowing what's been lost.
Hair follicles that have been dormant for extended periods become increasingly difficult to reactivate. In androgenetic alopecia, prolonged DHT exposure causes follicle miniaturization—a progressive shrinking process that eventually renders follicles unable to produce visible hair. In scarring alopecias, delayed treatment means more follicles are permanently destroyed by inflammation.
Your first visit includes a thorough scalp examination using dermoscopy, a review of your medical history and potential triggers, and blood tests to check for thyroid dysfunction, iron deficiency, vitamin D levels, and hormonal imbalances. We may also perform a hair pull test or scalp biopsy when needed. By the end of your consultation, you'll have a clear diagnosis and treatment plan.
Hair growth is a slow biological process. Most treatments require 3–6 months before visible improvement appears, and maximum results are typically seen at 12 months. We set realistic expectations from the start and track your progress with standardized photography at each follow-up visit to document improvement objectively.
The most common cause is androgenetic alopecia (pattern hair loss), which affects approximately 50% of men and 40% of women by age 50. Other common causes include telogen effluvium (stress-related shedding), alopecia areata (autoimmune), thyroid disorders, iron deficiency, vitamin D deficiency, and hormonal changes such as menopause or postpartum shifts. A dermatologist can determine the exact cause through clinical examination, dermoscopy, and blood testing.
Many types of hair loss are fully reversible with proper treatment. Telogen effluvium, alopecia areata, and nutritional deficiency-related hair loss often recover completely once the underlying cause is addressed. Androgenetic alopecia can be slowed and partially reversed with medications like minoxidil and finasteride, and PRP therapy can further enhance results. However, early intervention produces significantly better outcomes than delayed treatment.
See a dermatologist if you notice sudden or excessive shedding (more than 100 hairs per day), patchy bald spots, gradual thinning at the crown or temples, scalp redness, scaling, or scarring, or if hair loss is causing emotional distress. Early diagnosis and treatment significantly improve outcomes for most types of hair loss. Don't wait until the loss becomes severe—the sooner treatment begins, the more hair can be preserved and restored.
PRP (platelet-rich plasma) therapy concentrates the growth factors from your own blood and injects them directly into the scalp. These growth factors stimulate dormant hair follicles, improve blood supply to the scalp, reduce inflammation, and promote thicker, stronger hair growth. Clinical studies show PRP can increase hair count by 30–40% and improve hair thickness. Results typically appear after 3–4 monthly sessions, with maintenance treatments every 4–6 months.
Don't let hair loss control your confidence. Schedule a comprehensive consultation with our dermatologists today.
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