In conversation with Dr. Patrick Treacy A large number of men will experience what is known as male pattern baldness at some stage in their lives. While there is no doubt that that some men will find it upsetting to lose their hair, at least they are in good company, given how common hair loss is among men. For women, on the other hand, hair loss, especially when it is sudden, can often be very traumatising. Fortunately, there are methods of treatment available that have proven to be successful in dealing with what is for some a very embarrassing problem. The Sunday Times spoke with Dr. Patrick Treacy about the new option of H+ hair transplantation.

First, why do we actually lose our hair?
There are numerous factors that contribute to the cause of hair loss in both males and females. In many cases, hair loss may be caused by a combination of these factors but genetic pattern baldness accounts for nearly 95% of all hair loss in men, as well as affecting millions of women. It fact, this is largely due to the result of a hormone called DHT (dihydrotestosterone) acting on hair follicles that are genetically vulnerable to its effect. The resulting effect is seen as baldness.

What is new H+ single follicle extraction?
The H+.patented technique is really a program for the prevention of baldness. Primarily it is a minimally invasive method of hair restoration which avoids the need for any scalpels or stitching to be required at any point during the procedure. Single hair follicles are extracted one by one from the donor area (back of the head) and re-implanted with the unique patented device; therefore a strip of donor skin is not required to be removed from the back of the head. The H Plus Follicular Implantation Pen is a device that has been designed to create the perfect placement of follicles, whilst simultaneously injecting an opti-growth formula, which is extremely beneficial in assisting follicle growth.

Are there any other advantages in the new H+ technique?
Yes, in 2009 we will be rolling out H+ Genetic Testing. The patients first step towards preventing baldness will be an H+ Genetic Test. Genes will be tested by Dr Nikolai Durmanov, eminent much published global geneticist. A full report can be provided stating which diseases we are genetically pre-disposed to which is invaluable information for your long term health. We also employ computerised Scanning of the head to identify the strongest donor zone, the weakest growth zones and a projection of future follicle loss. In essence, we aim to provide a warrantee for the Prevention of Baldness. The H Plus Technique will stop you from becoming bald.