Hair Loss

Hair loss can affect both men and women emotionally and aesthetically. Your hair is part of your identity and when it begins to thin or recede, you want trusted, expert guidance. At Koch & Carlisle Plastic Surgery & Spa in Des Moines, Iowa, Dr. Katie will determine the cause of your hair loss and provide the best hair loss treatment of your situation.

What Causes Hair Loss?

Hair loss (alopecia) is common and can be triggered by a number of factors. Heredity plays a leading role: age-related hair thinning, commonly called male and female pattern baldness, is the most frequent cause. Hormonal changes, such as those that occur during pregnancy, menopause or due to thyroid disease, also contribute significantly. Certain medications and medical conditions, stress, nutritional deficiencies and even hairstyle practices that pull the hair tight (traction alopecia) can accelerate shedding. While occasional hair shedding is normal (50–100 hairs a day), hair loss becomes clinically significant when new hair fails to replace what’s lost.

How to Stop Hair Loss

Stopping hair loss begins with a professional evaluation that includes a scalp examination, reviewing any medications you may be taking, and looking at your medical history. Some preventable causes, such as avoiding hairstyles that put excessive tension on the hair or adjusting your diet, can help stop hair loss. It’s also possible that switching medications will help. Early intervention typically produces the best results for genetic or hormonally driven hair loss. At Koch & Carlisle, we tailor a comprehensive strategy that may include topical treatments, platelet-rich therapies, and surgical solutions for patients seeking lasting restoration.

What Is the Best Treatment for Hair Loss?

There is no one-size-fits-all answer—what constitutes the “best” treatment must reflect your hair loss type, donor hair availability, overall health, and aesthetic goals.

In many cases, a minimally invasive hair-restoration solution such as our NeoGraft® follicular unit extraction treatment combined with adjunctive therapies offers a natural-looking, enduring result. The ideal treatment aligns with your lifestyle and expectations and is delivered by a trusted, experienced physician.

For a personal consultation and to determine the most effective plan for preserving or restoring your hair, contact us at Koch & Carlisle Plastic Surgery & Spa today.