Hair Loss

The right habits at home support what we do in the office. A few simple things, kept up over time, help protect the hair you have.

Nutrition and iron

Hair needs steady building blocks. A diet rich in protein, iron, and B vitamins gives the body what it needs to grow strong hair. Iron deficiency is one of the most common overlooked causes of thinning, especially in women. If your hair loss is new or accelerating, ask your primary doctor for basic blood work.

Manage stress and sleep

Sudden shedding often follows stress, illness, or a major life event by two to three months. It usually recovers on its own, but managing stress and getting steady sleep helps the recovery along.

Be gentle

Tight ponytails, hot tools, harsh chemical treatments, and aggressive brushing all speed hair breakage. A softer routine protects the hair you have.

Know when to see a dermatologist

Some patterns of hair loss respond best to prescription medicine or a full dermatology workup. If you notice patchy loss, sudden shedding, scalp itching or scarring, or a family history of significant hair loss, a medical dermatology visit belongs in your plan.