A full head of healthy hair represents more than just aesthetics – it’s often tied to our sense of confidence, vitality and self-image. When hair loss or thinning occurs, it can significantly impact how we feel about ourselves. While genetics, hormonal changes and aging all play a role in hair loss, modern medicine now offers innovative solutions that can help restore your hair’s natural vitality.
At Ridenour Plastic Surgery, we understand the complex nature of hair concerns and offer three powerful treatments that can help you achieve the full, vibrant hair you desire. Each approach is carefully tailored to your unique needs, working to address both the visible signs of hair loss and its underlying causes.
1. Hair Restoration
What Is Hair Restoration?
Hair restoration at Ridenour Plastic Surgery takes a comprehensive approach to rejuvenating your hair. Using advanced diagnostic tools like TrichoTest genomic analysis and HairMetrix imaging, we develop personalized treatment plans that address the root causes of your hair loss while promoting new growth.
This sophisticated combination of testing helps us understand your unique genetic profile and measure your hair density, thickness and scalp health with microscopic precision.
How Does Hair Restoration Work?
Your treatment begins with a customized medication protocol based on your genetic testing results and scalp analysis. These FDA-approved medications, both topical and oral, work to preserve existing hair while creating optimal conditions for new growth.
We enhance these results with regenerative treatments like platelet-rich fibrin matrix (PRFM) therapy, which uses growth factors from your blood to stimulate follicles and promote new growth. Exosome therapy combines powerful regenerative compounds with microneedling to deliver growth factors directly into your scalp.
Professional LED light therapy and medical-grade laser caps further support your results by stimulating cellular activity and improving blood flow to nourish follicles. We may also recommend specialized scalp treatments, therapeutic massage and targeted nutritional support through professional-grade hair care products and supplements like Nutrafol.
How Long Does Hair Restoration Take?
Hair restoration is a gradual process that unfolds over several months. Most patients begin to notice improvements in hair thickness and quality within three to six months of starting treatment. The most significant changes typically appear between six months to a year.
Regular monitoring through HairMetrix imaging allows us to track your progress and adjust your treatment plan as needed. While individual results vary, many patients continue to see improvements in their hair growth and density for up to a year after beginning treatment. Maintaining these results often involves ongoing care and periodic maintenance treatments tailored to your specific needs.
2. Nano Fat Hair Restoration
What Is Nano Fat Hair Restoration?
Nano fat hair restoration is a minimally invasive procedure that harnesses your body’s own regenerative capabilities to stimulate hair growth. This innovative treatment begins by harvesting small amounts of fat from areas like your abdomen or thighs, which is then processed into a fine, liquid consistency rich in adipose-derived stem cells (ADSCs) and growth factors.
When injected into the scalp, these powerful cells work to nourish existing hair follicles, promote new growth and improve blood circulation. Unlike traditional hair transplants, this treatment doesn’t require relocating individual hair follicles, making it a less invasive option for many patients.
How Does Nano Fat Hair Restoration Work?
The procedure begins with local anesthesia at both the donor site and scalp to ensure your comfort. Using gentle liposuction techniques, Dr. Ridenour extracts a small amount of fat from the predetermined donor area. This fat undergoes specialized processing to concentrate the stem cells and growth factors into the ideal injectable form.
Once processed, the nanofat is methodically injected into targeted areas of your scalp using a fine needle. This strategic placement ensures optimal distribution of the regenerative cells where they’re needed most. The entire procedure typically takes one to two hours, depending on the extent of the treatment area. Nanofat treatment can also be combined with other regenerative therapies, such as PRFM or Exosomes, for maximal restoration of the hair follicles.
How Long Does Nano Fat Hair Restoration Take?
While initial healing occurs within a few weeks, the full results of nano fat hair restoration develop gradually over time. Most patients begin to notice improved hair thickness and quality within three to six months after treatment. The most significant improvements typically appear between six months to a year post-procedure.
During the first few days, you may experience some initial swelling and redness in both the donor and treated areas, but these effects are temporary. Most patients can return to work and light activities within a week. While results can last several years, many patients benefit from periodic maintenance treatments to sustain their improvements. Dr. Ridenour will work with you to develop a long-term plan that maintains your results and supports ongoing hair health.
3. Hairline Lowering
What Is Hairline Lowering?
Hairline lowering, also known as forehead reduction, is a surgical procedure designed to decrease forehead height by advancing the hair-bearing scalp forward. This treatment creates more balanced facial proportions for those with naturally high foreheads or stable receding hairlines.
At Ridenour Plastic Surgery, the procedure is precisely planned to create a natural-looking hairline that harmonizes with your facial features. The surgery addresses concerns like disproportionately large foreheads, asymmetrical hairlines and restoration of a more youthful hairline position.
How Does Hairline Lowering Work?
During the procedure, which is typically performed under IV sedation, Dr. Ridenour makes an incision along your frontal hairline that curves back into the scalp. The scalp is carefully elevated and moved forward to overlap a portion of the non-hair-bearing forehead. After removing excess forehead skin, the new hairline is meticulously designed to ensure natural-looking results.
Special attention is paid to the direction of hair growth and the creation of a natural-appearing hairline. The scalp is anchored to prevent it from stretching back, providing long-lasting results. Throughout the process, Dr. Ridenour focuses on maintaining proper proportions and creating subtle transitions that complement your facial features.
How Long Does Hairline Lowering Take?
Recovery from hairline lowering progresses in stages. Initial swelling and bruising typically peak in the first few days and begin to subside within a week. Most patients can return to light activities within the first week, though strenuous exercise should be avoided for several weeks.
While you’ll notice an immediate change in your hairline position, the final results emerge as healing progresses. Stitches are typically removed after 10 days, and most swelling resolves within a month. The incision continues to fade over several months, ultimately becoming well-concealed within the hairline. The results are long-lasting, though natural aging processes will continue to affect your skin’s elasticity over time.
Start Your Hair Restoration Journey
Take the first step toward restoring your hair and confidence. Contact Ridenour Plastic Surgery in St. Louis to schedule a consultation. Our team will help determine which treatment option or combination of treatments will best achieve your goals. Call us at 314-501-7946 or schedule your consultation online today.
