Male Pattern Baldness

What is Male Pattern Baldness?

Male pattern baldness, commonly referred to as androgenetic alopecia, is the primary form of hair loss in men, affecting about 85% at some stage. The primary reason is genetics, causing scalp hair follicles to be sensitive to dihydrotestosterone (DHT). This sensitivity leads to follicle shrinkage over time, producing finer, weaker hairs until they stop producing visible hair.

The pattern generally starts with a receded hairline and leads to thinning at the crown, eventually causing hair loss across the top of the head.

What Causes Male Pattern Baldness?

Genetics and male hormones, particularly androgens, are two primary factors in hair loss for men, with androgens aiding hair growth.

Hair growth operates on a cycle specific to each individual. In men facing hair loss, this cycle weakens, which causes the hair follicles to reduce in size. As a result, men experience thinning hair that eventually results in a bald scalp.

How is Male Pattern Baldness Diagnosed and How Does it Influence Hair Loss?

This condition is identified by the characteristic pattern of hair loss, which typically influences the hairline and crown, driven by genetic and hormonal factors.

Stages of Male Pattern Baldness

The Hamilton-Norwood scale allows hair loss professionals to assess and categorize hair loss, with stage 1 being the least severe and stage 7 signifying total baldness on the top of the head. Individuals with Norwood 1 to 3 hair loss typically exhibit a mild to moderate receding hairline.

Norwood 4 to 5 involves severe hair loss in the front and marked thinning at the crown, whereas stages 6 to 7 indicate near-total or complete hair loss on the top of the scalp.

Less frequent variations of male pattern baldness can include even thinning across the entire scalp without hairline changes or loss confined to the crown area without receding hairline.

Treatment For Male Pattern Hair Loss: Scalp Micropigmentation

Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP) is a non-surgical procedure designed for male-pattern baldness. It uses a tattooing technique on the scalp to create the illusion of natural hair follicles. No matter how advanced the hair loss is, SMP can successfully recreate the appearance of a full head of hair.

SMP offers immediate results and no downtime, unlike hair transplantation, which relies on a limited number of donor grafts and does not instantly increase hair density.

At Zang SMP, we use plant-based, organic pigments for the scalp that simulate hair follicles. This approach provides a dramatic change from a bald head to a cropped (buzzed) appearance.

SMP for men provides a solution without surgery or painful hair transplants. It allows you to get the hair look you prefer. If you have an unwanted bald head, we can assist. SMP offers the hair appearance necessary to improve your image.

Two to three treatments are usually needed for SMP. The initial two treatments are a week apart for male-pattern hair loss. If a third treatment is necessary, it will be scheduled one to three months later.

Here’s what you can expect:

After your initial SMP session, the pigments will look more vivid as they are freshly applied.
In a day, the pigments will appear more natural and settled.
After 48 to 72 hours, any signs of redness will disappear.
After the settling phase, your hair treatment will look fully natural.

Benefits of SMP for Male Pattern Baldness in Downtown Los Angeles:

You’ll Have Natural-Looking Hair: SMP provides a fully natural appearance for your hair, ensuring you look great and healthy instead of dealing with male pattern baldness. Enjoy confidence with SMP.
Custom-Tailored Treatment: Understanding that each patient is different, we customize hair loss treatments to fit your unique hairline shape and pigment needs for a cropped, shaved head appearance.
Controlled Environment: Your safety and health are our top priorities. Our practitioners are skilled in making the SMP procedure for male pattern hair loss safe and efficient. A four-day aftercare plan is also provided to guide your recovery.
No Missed Time Off Work: Due to SMP being non-surgical and non-invasive, you can resume your normal activities almost immediately. Most patients go back to work the day after their treatment.
Financial Assistance Provided: Facing financial challenges? At Zang SMP, we provide support to help with the costs of hair loss treatment.