Hair and Scalp Analysis

What it is

Detailed assessment of hair condition and scalp with magnifying camera (trichoscopy). Identifies type of hair loss, scalp health and recommends individualized treatment plan.

Treatment protocol

One-time analysis:

• Usually at the first consultation

• Follow-up analysis after 3-6 months (assess treatment response)

Includes:

• Trichoscopy (hair microscopy)

• Hair density assessment

• Miniaturization assessment

• Scalp health (inflammation, sebum, etc.)

• Treatment recommendation

Procedure

1. Anamnesis (history, symptoms, family history)

2. Visual inspection of the scalp

3. Trichoscopy with magnifying camera

   • Hair density assessment

   • Hair thinning (miniaturization)

   • Hair diameter

   • Growth phases

4. Scalp assessment

   • Inflammation

   • Sebum production

   • Dandruff/psoriasis/dermatitis

5. Photo documentation

6. Discussion and treatment recommendation

Duration

30-45 minutes

Pain level

• No pain
• Completely painless
• Non-invasive
• No discomfort

Downtime

• No downtime
• No side effects
• Can resume normal activity immediately

Healing time

• Results are discussed on the same day
• Treatment plan is created
• No recovery period

Side effects

• No
• Completely safe
• Non-invasive examination

Aftercare

• No special aftercare
• Normal hair washing and care
• Follow the recommendations from the analysis
• Plan treatment based on findings

Who is this suitable for?

• Anyone with hair loss or hair quality issues
• Before starting treatment
• Assessment of treatment response (before/after)
• Those with scalp problems (irritation, dandruff, etc.)
• Follow-up of ongoing treatment

Who is this not suitable for?

Suitable for everyone:

• No contraindications
• Safe and non-invasive

Important information

Important first step:

• Identifies type of hair loss
• Assessing severity
• Recommend treatment
• Often included in consultation

Realistic expectations:

• This is diagnostic, not treatment
• Provides important information for treatment planning
• Can reveal underlying scalp problems

Contraindications

• No
• Safe for everyone
• Can be done during pregnancy/breastfeeding
• No age limit

Warning signs

No known complications

Individual variations

What we can identify:

Type of hair loss:

• Androgenetic alopecia (hereditary)
• Alopecia areata (patchy)
• Telogen effluvium (diffuse)
• Traction alopecia
• Scarring alopecia

Scalp condition:

• Seborrheic dermatitis
• Psoriasis
• Folliculitis
• Normal/dry/oily scalp
• Inflammation

Hair condition:

• Hair density (hairs per cm2)
• Degree of miniaturization
• Hair diameter
• Growth phases (anagen/telogen ratio)
• Break

Maintenance

Follow-up:

• Initial: Analysis before treatment starts
• Follow-up: After 3-6 months of treatment
• Response assessment
• Photo documentation before/after
• Adjustment of treatment plan
• Long-term: Annually or when hair condition changes