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& R e c o v e r y R e s ‘ o u r c e WNER OMANUALS FOR YOUR HAIR Keep Hair Clean

Clean hair is important for optimal hair and scalp health. Eliminate sebaceous oil buildup because it clogs hair canals, as does hair spray, mousse, and other styling products. Buildup on the hair and scalp can damage hair.

Avoid chlorine by using a shower filter to minimize damage to fine, 1 thin hairs. Pollution in the environment is a part of life. Washing hair helps minimize long-term negative effects of contaminants in the air.

Use Quality Products

Product quality is important. Avoid using cheap products. They often contain low-quality fillers, alcohol, formaldehyde-based fillers, and parabens.

When coloring hair or getting permanents, use naturally based, 2 organic products. Avoid Heat Damage

Towel dry hair or use a blow-dryer on a cool setting. Avoid damaging hair with heat. Hot dryers stress hair, especially fine, thin troubled 3 hair. w w w . W e G r o w H a i r . c o m Healthy Hair Habits

Avoid Stress Avoid Bad Hair Habits

Stress has been shown to minimize Tight ponytails, braids, dreadlocks, the body’s ability to fight free and hair extensions can contribute radicals and produce antioxidants. to hair loss by causing scarring Long periods of uninterrupted stress under the skin where hair grows. have been shown to contribute to This is a type of “traction alopecia” changes in hair health. Exercise, and over time can lead to permanent meditation, and prayer are all hair loss. excellent habits to help control stress toxins that build up in our Flat irons and curling irons also bodies. damage the cuticle and organic part 7 of the hair. Avoid high heat settings 4 on all devices.

Overcoloring or overprocessing can stress and damage hair. To lengthen the time between Eat Healthy treatments, avoid hair styling products that contain alcohol. These products strip hair dyes and increase Eating a well-balanced diet is fading. Use a chlorine filter on your shower to important for good hair health. The minimize the damage to colored and treated hair. body needs to get nutrients from foods and supplements. Since hair is a nonessential tissue, it only gets Use Quality Brushes what is left over from other vital organs. Therefore it is essential to For optimal hair health, avoid combs eat well in order to provide enough and brushes with sharp bristles. nutrition for your hair. Dieting is Anything that might scratch the skin a major stressor on nonessential should be avoided. Use brushes that tissues5 like hair. Sudden and dramatic weight loss have bulbs on the bristles and make can be harmful to hair as well. Slow, controlled sure bristles are placed far apart weight loss is recommended. from each other. Use Quality Vitamins and 8 Minerals

There are a number of vitamins and minerals that are essential for overall hair health, especially since many of today’s foods don’t contain the nutrients and minerals they once contained. The five essential vitamins for optimal hair health are biotin, vitamin A, vitamin E, 6 pantothenic acid, and inositol. Stop Hair Loss Before It Goes Too Far!

So why is waiting to do something a bad idea?

One Word: Progression

If you have pattern baldness, it is extremely important to understand that the progression of hair loss is MORE HAIR LOSS — unless you proactively do something to slow it down or stop it. There are several FDA-approved and clinically proven nonsurgical options to combat the negative effects of genetic hair loss, such as Propecia, Rogaine, low-level laser therapy (LLLT), platelet-rich plasma (PRP), and specially designed treatment products like Anagen products.

In the initial stages, pattern baldness is commonly noticed in the frontal hairline, temple area (sides of the forehead), and/or crown. If nothing is done to stop it, thinning will continue to progress.

Studies show that many people lose 50% of their hair before actually noticing that it’s gone. Pictured below is the progression of hair loss in one short year without treatment. These photos clearly document hair loss that could have been prevented. Wouldn’t it have been much better for this patient if his hair loss had been stabilized? By simply engaging in effective treatments, he could have reversed the pattern of hair loss and enjoyed overall improvement to his hair health. Instead, he was faced with continued hair loss.

Hair Loss Progression: 1 Year

Before 1 yr later Before 1 yr later Old hair falls out

Papilla separates from Papilla follicle

Anagen Catagen Telogen Growth Transition Rest 2–6 yr 2–3 wk 2–3 mo The Cycle of Hair

Anagen This is the first stage of the hair cycle, where hair grows for an 1 extended period of time averaging 2 to 6 years. Catagen This is the second stage of the hair cycle, following the anagen phase, where hair is in a temporary state lasting only 2 2 to 3 weeks before moving to the telogen phase.

Telogen This is the final stage of the hair cycle, following the catagen phase, where hair goes into a resting phase before falling out. 3 This cycle generally lasts for 2 to 3 months before the follicle produces a new hair and the growth cycle starts over.

Hair loss becomes apparent when the life of the hair during the growth cycle is significantly shortened and it enters into the telogen phase prematurely.

w w w . W e G r o w H a i r . c o m Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT)

Did You Know?

• Low-level laser • No adverse side • Treatments therapy is safe effects have are fast and • It is suitable for been reported easy, requiring both men and • It is painless minimal time per session women • Results can be • It stimulates hair noticed in as • It is noninvasive rejuvenation at little as 6 weeks • There is no the cellular level • It is relatively downtime or inexpensive recovery after treatments

idely recognized as the most effective Patients using laser therapy begin to see nonsurgical way to treat early onset results as soon as 8 to 12 weeks with hair loss, low-level laser therapy is an consistent use. WFDA-approved treatment which uses a very specific laser light spectrum to regrow recently Laser therapy works through the science lost hair. It also improves the overall health and of photobiostimulation. Hair laser in condition of thinning hair. the wavelength range of 670 to 690 nm Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT)

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stimulates the mitochondria of the hair cells to encourage hair cell reproduction, hair cell repair, and hair cell metabolism. “LLLT is an important part of a good hair health and hair loss management program.”

— Michael Ramsey, Clinic Director of WeGrowHair.com / PAI Medical Group

Additionally, low-level laser therapy has tremendous benefits for hair Low-level laser photons irradiate the entire scalp, which increases microcirculation of blood supply to transplant patients. the hair follicles. This increases the number of red corpuscles that deliver life-giving oxygen and vital Jeff Waesche, MD, a hair transplant surgeon, nutrients to the hair bulb. says, “Patients who use LLLT after a hair transplant notice quicker healing and regrowth of their newly transplanted hair. We highly recommend LLLT for patients following a hair transplant surgery.”

Laser hair therapy helps protect and maintain existing native hairs that live in transplanted areas. Fullness, density, and the best cosmetic look is achieved with both hair transplant surgery and low-level laser therapy. Before laser therapy After laser therapy Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)

Hair growth is stimulated with the patient’s own blood

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s you may have seen on Good Morning growing hair for as long as possible. PRP is an America, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is excellent way to stave off the need for more one of the newest hair loss treatments aggressive solutions. clinicallyA shown to stimulate new hair growth while slowing down or even stopping hair loss. For a decade, PRP has been used by the NFL, For those with thinning hair, the main goal should NBA, and other professional sports organizations be to catch hair loss early and maintain healthy to treat soft tissue damage, like knee, shoulder, and hip injuries. PRP is being used in many new areas of medicine and dentistry because of its restorative properties.

PRP+ A-Cell: The Dynamic Duo That Fights Hair Loss

Platelet-rich plasma / stem cell therapy contains many growth factors. When mixed with A-Cell (a healing powder also containing growth factors), it stimulates miniaturizing hair follicles at the cellular The patient’s blood is spun in a centrifuge to level. This revitalizes, repairs, and remodels separate platelet-rich plasma from platelet-poor plasma. damaged hair cells. It stimulates adult stem cells Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)

in damaged follicular The practitioner may suggest tissues to produce additional treatments to keep hair improved quality in flourishing. PRP can also be used hair growth. Significant during hair transplant surgery to optimize improvement is possible results. Leading hair transplant practices with just a single around the world now recommend this treatment. treatment in conjunction with surgery.

The process begins with a blood sample from the patient. The platelet-rich plasma is mixed with A-Cell and injected into thinning areas. Results can be seen in 4 to 8 months. Best results take 10 to 12 months. Before 4 mo *Clinically shown to improve laser (LLLT) therapy results. Anagen Therapy Products Nature’s path to fuller, thicker, healthier, and more hair.

Anagen Therapy All harmful chemicals have been eliminated from Anagen Therapy products, which are made from only the purest pharmaceutical-grade natural ingredients. Up to 90% products are of all hair care products contain caustic chemicals that are absorbed into the tissues of the scalp and bloodstream, and over a period of time, can cause the sebum of the formulated to hair shaft to crystallize, clogging the follicular channel and provoking hair loss.

enhance the • Stimulating Sulfate Free Shampoo promotes fuller, thicker hair. • Live Enzyme Cleaner removes fats, greases, oils, detergents, and harmful anagen phase compounds. by creating • Rejuvenating Conditioner restores, rejuvenates, and protects the hair shaft with an all-natural blend of botanicals, vitamins, and nutrients, leaving hair alive with the healthiest energy and shine. • Daily Treatment eliminates harmful oxidants that are known contributors to environment in thinning hair. • Chlorine Shower Filter removes the risks associated with chlorine, promoting which hair can soft skin and more manageable hair. • Revitalizing Complex Capsules is a DHT blocker that enhances the anagen grow. phase, providing vital nutrients to the hair follicle for fuller, thicker hair. • Follisaw-2 is a natural alternative to synthetic DHT inhibitors. *Clinically shown to improve laser (LLLT) therapy results. Micropigmentation icropigmentation is an amazing new By using pigmentation we can now minimize way to treat the appearance of hair the appearance of the scalp showing through loss. Also known as virtual hair, this the hair. This results in thicker, fuller-looking hair. unique approach to hair loss is offered at Micropigmentation is a popular adjunct to hair MWeGrowHair / PAI Medical. transplantation. Using a highly advanced type of cosmetic coloring, Finally, micropigmentation is a great way to the micropigmentist deposits specialized pigments conceal scars on the scalp. Patients who want to into the top layer of the skin on the scalp to mimic minimize the appearance of scars from older, less hair follicles. This gives the appearance of a shaved sophisticated transplant procedures or other scars head or buzz cut. find micropigmentation an excellent option.

It is also used with patients who wear their hair longer but notice their scalp showing through the hair.

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Diffuse hair loss can be stabilized with treatment options like PRP with low-level laser therapy. Additionally, micropigmentation can make the hair look much fuller and thicker.

Even though hair loss in women is not life threatening, the psychological effects, such as loss of confidence and a diminished self-image, can be devastating. Hair loss occurs for various reasons, and sometimes the reasons may never be clear. However, some of the most common causes are:

• Pregnancy Although hair loss is considered to be predominantly • Reactions to medications a middle-aged male problem, hair loss can happen • Thyroid disorders at any age and it happens to women too. In fact, • Autoimmune disorders women are nearly as likely to experience hair loss • Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) as men. According to the American Hair Loss • Skin conditions such as psoriasis and Association, women make up forty percent (40%) of seborrheic dermatitis American hair loss sufferers. • Physical trauma such as surgery or accidents Most women notice the first signs of thinning in their • Intense illnesses 50s or 60s, but there are many cases where it occurs in younger women as well. Women experience mainly • Dramatic weight loss too quickly two types of hair loss: • Taking too much vitamin A • Chemicals Diffuse hair loss (thinning all over), which can only • Self-inflicted conditions such as braids, be treated with nonsurgical solutions initially. Surgical cornrows, and hair extensions that are too solutions may be considered later after diffuse hair tight (traction alopecia) loss is stabilized. • Trichotillomania, a nervous condition where the hair is pulled out uncontrollably Female pattern hair loss (thinning on the top of the head and crown only), which can be treated with both surgical and nonsurgical solutions.

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Effective treatments for female hair loss include platelet-rich plasma, laser therapy, hair shampoos and supplements, hair transplants, and micropigmentation.

Female Pattern Hair Loss

Female pattern hair loss or androgenetic alopecia is the most common type of hair loss in women, and its effects are noticed as the hair becomes thinner, weaker, more fragile, and shorter. This type of hair loss can often be linked to genetics, just as it is in males who have male pattern baldness. The hair follicles are sensitive to DHT (dihydrotestosterone), which causes them to miniaturize and fall out.

Menopause is known to cause hormonal changes, of genetic hair loss can be addressed. Ask questions which are responsible for a multitude of unwanted such as, does anyone in my immediate family have effects on the body, one of which is hair loss. pattern baldness (brothers, sisters, mother, father, grandmother, grandfather)? When a woman goes through menopause, estrogen levels decrease and testosterone increases, creating During your free consultation appointment, a PAI a hormone imbalance. As a result, hair tends to Medical consultant will use video microscopy to grow thinner and finer than before. Once nongenetic examine the hair follicles at a magnified strength to causes of hair loss such as chemicals, medicines, look for variances, cuticle health, and diameter of the disease, or thyroid issues are eliminated, the possibility hair follicles.

Before transplant After transplant Before laser therapy After laser therapy How Will I Look Right After the Procedure?

Hairline design – before procedure 3 days after procedure 9 days after procedure

Darren Andrews, Consultant for PAI Medical Indianapolis, says, “Patients often ask, how will I look right after my procedure? One of the best things about a hair transplant procedure is you have little downtime. Typically, patients will have some small scabs about the size of a large strawberry seed or small freckle as well as a little bit of redness for the first few days. Then the redness begins to diminish to a light pink color and fades away over a few days to a week or so. Skin type has a lot to do with it. As you can see in the patient above, he had a little pinkness the first few days with some mild scabbing, but by day 9 he looked pretty normal.” Your Hair Grows in Gradually...

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“I was originally concerned about a sudden change in my appearance after the transplant. After I met with PAI, I learned that the hair seeds or ‘papillae’ that are transplanted grow in gradually. So my hair grew in slowly and thickened throughout the year. Many people couldn’t figure out what was different.” ~Todd Holdzer Matchless Diagnosis Means Superior Treatment Miniaturized hairs are a telltale sign of advancing hair loss. Without a proactive treatment, many miniaturized hairs will fall out prematurely and never return. PAI uses video microscopy to identify the presence of miniaturized hairs, lower density, problematic skin conditions, and other factors that contribute to thinning hair. Once a patient’s hair health has been analyzed, recommendations can be made to map out the best solution for hair loss management and hair restoration. Can PAI Fix Another Clinic’s Bad Transplant? Corrective Procedures

Corrective procedures are a big part of our the same patient, after his corrective procedure hair transplant practice,” says clinic director with PAI. The strategy is to “overwhelm” the original Michael Ramsey. “At PAI, we see many patients plugs with new micro, follicular unit, and Multi-Unit who had the old-style plugs. They come to Hair Grafts™. This is truly a life-changing event us to have them for patients who face “repaired, naturalized, 1a 1b the daily challenge of or sometimes unsightly hair plugs. removed.” “Our physicians really With today’s grafting enjoy these types procedures, fixing Before After of surgeries,” says the old “doll’s head” Angela Scanlan, Patient look is an easy 2a 2b Care Coordinator for process. In some PAI Medical Group cases, the old plugs Nashville. She adds, have to be removed, “Many of these patients but in most cases Before After don’t even realize their hair can be added in hairlines can be fixed. front of, into, and in They are delighted to the back of the old hairline to create a soft, natural, know we are here and that we have the technology undetectable look. to help them. Our clinic director, Michael Ramsey, had these old-style plugs 25 years ago and his In pictures 1a and 2a, you can clearly see the hairline now looks completely normal and natural.” old-style plugs. These were done 20 years ago by another clinic. In pictures 1b and 2b you can see Which procedure is right for me?

Choosing the right hair restoration procedure can be daunting. PAI is a great resource because we offer nearly every type of effective surgical and nonsurgical hair restoration option in order to genuinely meet the needs of all our patients. FUE Advantages: FUT Advantages: (Follicular Unit Extraction) (Follicular Unit Transplant) No Linear Scar, Less Downtime, Shorter Procedure, Smaller Investment, Minimally Invasive Better Preserved Donor, More Hair

PAI’s Choice for FUE

PAI Medical Group has chosen the ARTAS robotic FUE system over all other FUE devices. Precision in surgery is important. It is faster, more accurate, and the most advanced by far, making it the best FUE solution available in today’s market.

FUE ARTAS Robotic FUE Handheld FUE Reason

Cost Comparable

Amount of Hair ARTAS follicles are more robust and procedure is shorter, resulting in less hair attrition and better result.

Natural Results ARTAS doesn’t overharvest because of intelligent algorithms.

Transection ARTAS doesn’t get careless due to fatigue. Robotic analysis determines best angles and hairs to harvest.

Discomfort Comparable

Length of Procedure ARTAS harvests every 1.6 seconds, which is impossible with a handheld device.

No. of Procedures ARTAS harvests more hairs per procedure; therefore, fewer procedures are needed.

Precision Robotics facilitate precision never before imagined. Which procedure is right for me?

A Word About PAI’s Linear Scar

PAI Medical Group uses a special suture technique called a trichophytic closure. This results in a very fine line that is quite difficult to see even with a short hairstyle.

PAI’s Choice for FUT

Traditional follicular unit transplants (FUT) cannot compare to PAI’s specially developed Multi-Unit Hair Grafting™ (MUHG) procedure. For patients who need the most hair possible or are concerned with cost, the MUHG procedure is the best choice hands down. It typically delivers up to twice the hair density in the same period of time.

FUT MUHG Traditional FUT Reason

Cost MUHG requires fewer procedures, which is more cost-effective.

Amount of Hair MUHG results in DOUBLE the hair when compared to all other procedures.

Natural Results Both use 1- and 2-hair groupings, but MUHG also uses multiple follicular unit grafts, which preserves bundles of hair in their original, more natural-looking formation.

Transection MUHG requires less cutting and follicle manipulation, resulting in less transection.

Discomfort Comparable

Length of Procedure MUHG is the shortest hair surgery, taking nearly half the time of all other procedures (4–5 hours).

No. of Procedures Patients need fewer procedures and many are satisfied with only one MUHG procedure. ARTAS Robotic Hair Transplant

• Optics Stereoscopic HD Vision

This system uses highly advanced optics to analyze the angle and position of each hair at an impressive rate of 60 times per second.

• Donor No Linear Scar

This procedure produces Before minimal scarring when compared to handheld FUE devices. An intelligent robotic algorithm prevents overharvesting in the donor area. No linear scar means patients can wear their hair extremely short. After • Results More Hair ARTAS eliminates human Did You Know? fatigue, reduces transection (follicle destruction), and PAI leads the nation in hair restoration technology. prevents hair attrition We were one of the first clinics to offer the ARTAS (follicle death caused by robotic system, and we were also one of the first long surgery). This results to have two ARTAS certified surgeons on staff. in more hair and superior PAI chooses to use the ARTAS system over Ellis, results. NeoGraft, and other FUE procedures because it is the most advanced FUE device available today.

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Robotic FUE is the most precise •Accuracy follicular unit Precision and “extraction process Reproducibility in the world. ARTAS Artificial Intelligence™ — Michael Ramsey algorithms identify and select the optimal hairs to be harvested while preventing overharvesting. ’’ With delicate precision, this physician-assisted technology consistently delivers high-quality, robust follicles every time. This results in less transection and more hair. Precision is imperative in surgery. • Recovery Minimal Pain

The ARTAS procedure is virtually pain free and post-op pain is minimal. The patient can resume most normal activities in just a few days.

• Speed Shorter Procedure

ARTAS is the fastest FUE procedure available. This means the staff is less fatigued and more productive, giving the patient a more comfortable procedure and better results. Multi-Unit Hair Grafting™ More Hair. Fewer Procedures. Smaller Financial Investment.

More Hair in One Session 1-Hair Graft AI Medical Group developed and trademarked this extraordinary procedure, which uses a blend of surgical Ptechnologies and an array of different-sized hair groupings (grafts) to best fit the individual 2- to 3-Hair Graft patient’s needs.

The medical team places 1-hair grafts in the frontal hairline for a soft, natural appearance. Next, 2- and 3-hair grafts are placed behind the frontal hairline so the hair gradually becomes thicker in appearance. Finally, the Multi-Unit Hair Grafts™, which contain multiple hairs, are packed in tight to deliver double the density while maintaining a soft, natural appearance. This advanced technique achieves the desired density in fewer procedures, limiting inconvenience and cost. Multi-Unit Graft

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Double the Hair • More Natural Results • Less Transection • Shorter/Fewer Procedures • Stealth Suture Line • Smaller Financial Investment MUHG Is More Cost- Effective!

More Hair. Fewer Procedures. Smaller Financial Investment. Multi-Unit Hair Grafting™ (MUHG) outperforms micro and follicular unit grafting by delivering double the hair density while maintaining soft, natural results. Ideal for patients with significant hair loss, nothing can compare to MUHG. Because more hair can be transplanted in a single procedure, fewer procedures are needed to reach a patient’s hair restoration goal.

Our Linear Scar Is Really Hard to Find!

All surgical procedures leave scars, but PAI’s suture line can be a challenge to find. By using a special technique called trichophytic This linear scar is nearly closure, the surgeon bevels the undetectable! closure, allowing hair to grow back through the line. This camouflages its appearance. It also optimizes the donor for future procedures if needed. For those needing more hair, MUHG is an easy choice, considering the stealth suture line and maximized density.

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Double the Hair • More Natural Results • Less Transection • Shorter/Fewer Procedures • Stealth Suture Line • Smaller Financial Investment Transplanting More Than the Top of the Head Eyebrows

An eyebrow transplant can enhance your appearance by improving one of your most noticeable facial features. In addition to protecting the eyes, eyebrows frame the face and help us communicate better with our facial expressions. Many women suffer with thin or transparent eyebrows from overplucking or genetic loss through the aging process. Others were simply born with How Does an Eyebrow thin or nonexistent eyebrows. Transplant Work? In an eyebrow transplant, hair is taken from the lower occipital region in the back of the head where hair grows in finer, softer, and more slowly. Our skilled surgeons pay careful attention to the angle and direction of the transplanted hairs so that the result will look completely natural. Beards A beard transplant is a permanent, effective solution for those who wish to restore facial hair in their patchy, uneven beards.

How Does a Beard Transplant Work?

The science of a beard transplant is almost identical to that of a regular hair transplant. Hair is taken from the “safe zone” and transplanted into areas where hair is missing. The safe zone is the healthy ring of hair on the sides and back of the head where hair is resistant to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which causes hair loss. When the hair is moved, it will retain those genetic attributes and Before After keep growing. Changing Lives One Hair at a Time

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