Hair Loss Treatment

Hair Loss Treatment in Burbank

Evaluation-First Laser Hair Restoration for Men & Women

At Advanced Dermatology Center, hair restoration begins with a clinical evaluation, not a treatment table. Before recommending any protocol, our board-certified dermatologists identify whether thinning or shedding stems from pattern hair loss, a stress- or illness-triggered response, or an inflammatory scalp condition. Each category responds differently, and the distinction shapes everything that follows.

Ready to find out what’s behind your hair loss? Call (818) 698-2989 to schedule your evaluation at our Burbank office.

How the Scalp Evaluation Works

The evaluation is a diagnostic conversation, not a quick look-and-treat visit. Your dermatologist differentiates between androgenetic alopecia (genetic pattern baldness), telogen effluvium (diffuse shedding triggered by stress, illness, or hormonal shifts), and loss tied to inflammatory scalp conditions. Getting this right matters because a care plan built around the wrong category may not produce meaningful results.

Your dermatologist may also review how hormonal changes, current medications, or previous cosmetic procedures could be affecting scalp health and hair density. This full-picture approach prevents the plan from addressing one symptom while overlooking another.

Timelines are discussed honestly. Some concerns improve gradually over several months. Others may respond more quickly. If scalp condition or hair density changes over the course of treatment, the plan can be adapted. You leave with clear next steps and written preparation instructions before your first session.

Fotona PS03 Low-Level Laser Therapy

Our practice uses the Fotona PS03 handpiece to deliver low-level laser therapy (LLLT), a non-thermal approach that uses soft laser energy absorbed by scalp cells to enhance circulation and support hair follicle activity. There’s no heat, vibration, or sound. The handpiece moves across the scalp in a crosshatch pattern, covering target areas systematically.

A standard protocol typically runs two to three sessions per week during an initial loading phase lasting several months, then tapers to a maintenance schedule. Your dermatologist sets a specific timeline based on your current rate of shedding and the density of the areas being treated.

Who Is a Good Candidate

Laser hair restoration works best when active follicles are still present. The strongest candidates are generally:

Patients with mild to moderate hair loss and active follicles
Those with androgenetic alopecia, particularly thinning along the part or crown
Men or women in earlier stages of pattern hair loss

LLLT is generally less effective for severe thinning, a completely smooth scalp, significant scarring, or cases where follicles have already ceased functioning. For some patients, laser treatments can be combined with other cosmetic services to help sustain progress over time.

Board-Certified Dermatology Care in Burbank

Hair restoration at Advanced Dermatology Center is led by board-certified dermatologists. Dr. Tang, a diplomate of the American Board of Dermatology, is dedicated to helping patients achieve their best skin and hair. Our practice has provided medical and cosmetic dermatology care in Burbank for over 15 years, serving patients throughout the surrounding communities.

Schedule Your Hair Loss Evaluation

A clinical evaluation is the most reliable way to identify your specific hair loss type and build a plan that fits your situation. Flexible appointment times are available. Call (818) 698-2989 or use the contact form on this site to book your visit at our Burbank office.

How Hair Loss Presents in Men & Women

Pattern hair loss doesn’t look the same across all patients, and recognizing the pattern can help clarify what you’re seeing before your visit. In men, androgenetic alopecia typically appears as a receding hairline, thinning at the crown, or both progressing together. In women, the same underlying condition more often shows up as diffuse thinning across the top of the scalp or a widening part, rarely as a receding hairline.

Shedding tied to stress, illness, or inflammatory scalp conditions follows a different course. Telogen effluvium, for example, often involves widespread shedding that begins weeks or months after the triggering event, which can make the cause difficult to trace without a clinical evaluation. The appearance and timing of hair loss are both relevant to determining what’s happening and what to do about it.

Supporting Your Results Between Visits

In-office laser sessions do the primary work, but what happens between appointments contributes to the overall outcome. During your visits, you’ll receive guidance on nutritional choices and hair care routines that complement your LLLT treatments. Diet, hydration, and stress management all influence overall hair health, and small adjustments can support the progress made in the treatment room.

Regular maintenance treatments, combined with at-home practices suited to your hair type and care plan, can help sustain results over time. Patients are encouraged to follow the professional guidance given during consultations rather than adding products or routines independently that could interfere with their plan.

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