Category: Hair Restoration

Hair loss is more common — and more complex — than most people realize. It affects nearly 80 million people in the U.S. and doesn’t discriminate by age or gender. While shedding a few strands a day is normal, noticeable thinning, bald patches, or excessive shedding can signal something more.

If you’ve ever felt unsure about what’s happening with your hair, this post is for you.

What Counts as “Normal” Hair Shedding?

It’s normal to lose 50–100 hairs per day. These are hairs that have reached the end of their growth cycle and naturally fall out to make room for new ones.

But when you start seeing more hair in your brush, shower drain, or pillow — or notice a visible change in density — it could be more than just regular shedding.

Common Causes of Hair Loss

Hair loss can stem from many factors. Here are some of the most common:

• Genetics (Androgenetic Alopecia): This is the most common cause of hair loss in both men and women and is often referred to as male or female pattern baldness. It’s largely hereditary.

• Hormonal Changes: Thyroid imbalances, pregnancy, menopause, and low testosterone or estrogen can trigger or accelerate hair loss.

• Stress & Trauma: Physical or emotional stress — including surgery, illness, or a major life event — can lead to temporary shedding (telogen effluvium).

• Nutritional Deficiencies: Low levels of iron, vitamin D, zinc, or protein can weaken hair and slow growth.

• Medical Conditions: Autoimmune diseases like alopecia areata, scalp infections, and chronic illnesses can disrupt the hair growth cycle.

• Medications & Treatments: Chemotherapy, antidepressants, blood thinners, and certain acne or blood pressure medications can contribute to hair loss.

How to Know If It’s a Problem

Signs you may be experiencing abnormal hair loss include:

• Widening part or thinning on the crown

• Receding hairline or bald spots

• More hair than usual in your hands or brush

• Slower regrowth after shedding

• Changes in texture or strength of your hair

Why Early Action Matters

Hair follicles can shrink over time, leading to finer, weaker hair — or stopping growth entirely. Catching changes early can preserve hair density and improve regrowth outcomes.

The earlier you address it, the more options you have — especially when it comes to treatment.

Hair Loss Is Not Just a Cosmetic Issue

For many people, hair loss impacts confidence, identity, and emotional well-being. It’s not vain to care — it’s valid. Addressing hair loss isn’t just about appearance; it’s about quality of life.

What Can You Do?

The first step is understanding the why. At Bubolo Medical, we help identify the root cause of hair loss with a thorough evaluation of your hormones, nutrients, stress levels, and overall health.

Based on your needs, treatment options may include:

• Medical-grade topicals (like minoxidil or finasteride)

• Hormone therapy

• PRP (platelet-rich plasma) scalp injections

• Low-level laser therapy

• Nutritional support and supplements

• Peptide therapy

• Hair restoration consultations

Every person is different. What works for one patient may not work for another — that’s why personalized care is key.

If You’re Concerned About Hair Loss, Don’t Wait.
Hair loss is easier to slow and treat when caught early. A quick consultation can help you understand what’s happening — and what to do next.

August is National Hair Loss Awareness Month. There’s no better time to take control of your health from the root up.

Want help with your hair loss? Call us at (770) 975-1299 or schedule a consultation.

When actress Olivia Munn publicly shared her experience with trichotillomania, she helped bring visibility to a condition that affects millions—but is often misunderstood. Trichotillomania (pronounced trick-o-till-o-mania), or “trich,” is a mental health disorder that causes people to compulsively pull out their own hair, often from the scalp, eyebrows, or eyelashes.

While it can be triggered by stress, anxiety, or boredom, it’s more than a nervous habit. Trich is classified as a body-focused repetitive behavior (BFRB) and falls within the obsessive-compulsive spectrum. Over time, it can lead to both emotional distress and visible hair loss—making treatment and recovery both a mental and physical process.

What Causes Trichotillomania?

There’s no single cause, but several factors appear to contribute:

• Genetics: A family history of OCD, anxiety, or BFRBs may increase risk

• Brain chemistry: Neurotransmitter imbalances (like dopamine or serotonin) may play a role

• Emotional triggers: Stress, trauma, or boredom can initiate pulling

• Behavioral reinforcement: The act of pulling relieves tension, making the cycle hard to break

Most people with trich describe a sense of buildup—like tension or anxiety—followed by temporary relief after pulling. Over time, it becomes a learned coping mechanism that’s difficult to unlearn without support.

How Trichotillomania Affects Hair Growth

Repeated pulling can damage hair follicles, irritate the scalp, and cause bald patches. In mild cases, hair regrows once pulling stops. But when the behavior continues for years—or if scarring develops—hair loss may become permanent.

Patients in Cobb County, including Marietta and Acworth, often come to us asking if a hair transplant can reverse the damage.

Can You Get a Hair Transplant After Trichotillomania?

In some cases, yes. But there are important criteria that must be met.

Hair transplant surgery involves taking healthy follicles from one part of the scalp and transplanting them to thinning or balding areas. For patients who have been pull-free for a significant period of time and show no signs of scarring, hair restoration may be possible.

You may be a candidate if:

• You’ve been pull-free for 12–24 months

• You have no visible scarring in the transplant area

• Your behavior is well-managed with mental health support

• You understand that restoration is gradual and results take time

However, if the pulling behavior is still active or there’s visible scarring, a transplant is not recommended until those issues are addressed.

Why Mental Health Comes First

A hair transplant won’t be effective if the root cause of the hair loss—trichotillomania—is still active. That’s why behavioral therapy is often the first step. Working with a licensed mental health provider helps you address triggers, reduce urges, and build healthy coping mechanisms.

Once the behavior is under control, long-term cosmetic options like hair restoration can be explored safely and effectively.

Treatment Options for Trichotillomania

Managing trichotillomania requires a whole-person approach. Common strategies include:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Especially Habit Reversal Training (HRT), which helps you recognize triggers and replace the behavior

• Medications: Some patients benefit from antidepressants or anti-anxiety medications under medical supervision

• Mindfulness and stress reduction: Techniques like journaling, exercise, or breathwork can help lower overall tension

• Support groups: Peer support, both in person and online, can reduce shame and encourage progress

If you’re not yet ready for a hair transplant, this type of care is a critical first step toward long-term recovery.

Hair Restoration in Cobb County for Trich-Related Hair Loss

At Bubolo Medical, we recognize that hair loss isn’t just cosmetic—it’s emotional. Whether you’re exploring recovery from trichotillomania or have already made progress and want to restore confidence, we’re here to help.

Our clinics in Acworth and Marietta serve patients across Cobb County and the greater Atlanta area with personalized care, clinical expertise, and judgment-free support. We’ll walk you through your options and help you decide if hair restoration is appropriate for your stage of recovery.

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FAQ: Trichotillomania and Hair Loss Recovery

Can I get a hair transplant if I have trichotillomania?
Yes, but only if the behavior has been well-managed for at least 12 to 24 months. Active pulling or scalp damage can reduce your chances of a successful result.

How do I know if my scalp is too damaged for transplant?
A medical evaluation can determine whether your follicles are scarred. If scarring is present, a transplant may not be effective.

What is the best treatment for trichotillomania?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), especially Habit Reversal Training, is the most evidence-based approach. Medications and stress management can also help.

Will my hair grow back after I stop pulling?
It depends on how long you’ve had the behavior and whether follicles are scarred. In many cases, hair regrows once pulling stops—but not always.

Is there hair restoration for trichotillomania in Cobb County?
Yes. Bubolo Medical offers hair restoration consultations in both Acworth and Marietta for patients recovering from trich-related hair loss.

Every year after that ball drops and you slurp down that last glass of champagne, you resolve to do something to improve your life in the upcoming year ahead. For many of us, that means eating better, exercising more, and doing other things to look and feel better about ourselves.

But, if you are one of the millions of men or women, experiencing hair loss, there is no diet, or exercise, magic pill or New Year’s Resolution that could put one follicle of hair back in your head! However, you can resolve to have a full head of hair in 2020 with legitimate medical hair restoration!

What is Medical Hair Restoration?

If you have ever looked in the mirror and thought, “My hair is thinning—I should do something about it,” you are far from alone.

In fact, approximately 50 million men and 30 million women in the United States suffer from genetic pattern baldness or thinning hair. A hair transplant can give them a permanent solution.

Forget the claims of creams and shampoos, and there is really only one safe and effective way to permanently restore missing or thinning hair – through a medical transplant solution.

Hair transplantation is a type of procedure that moves hair you already have to fill in an area with thin or no hair. Doctors have been doing these transplants in the U.S. since the 1950s, but techniques have changed a lot in recent years.

The most advanced form of medical hair restoration today is a procedure known as NeoGraft®. It is an innovation in hair transplantation that offers precise collecting and positioning, which gives doctors predictable and repeatable successful outcomes.

A NeoGraft hair transplant procedure:

• FUE hair transplant procedure
• It is minimally invasive – there are no stitches or staples required.
• It provides natural-looking, permanent results.
• Features quick recovery time (usually just a few days).

With NeoGraft’s innovative approach, every follicle is removed precisely and accurately, while the patient is completely comfortable. The minimally invasive procedure results in a full, natural-looking head of hair.

An Integrative Medical Approach to Hair Restoration

Hair loss can be a very emotional part of the natural aging process, and seeking an effective way to stop hair loss used to be a challenge. At Bubolo Medical, we understand the self-esteem issues that come with hair loss.

We also understand that patients want an affordable, effective, and yet painless, minimally invasive solution – that is why we choose to be a NeoGraft certified provider. NeoGraft’s advanced technology offers a discrete solution to hair loss, allowing patients to achieve natural-looking results with no linear scar, minimal downtime and a shorter recovery period.

You may have tried shampoos, medications, or other home efforts to slow down or reverse your hair loss with little or no success, or maybe you haven’t tried a thing — not realizing that a full head of hair is actually within your grasp!

There is no time like the beginning of the year to finally do things differently. By taking action, you’ll improve your self-esteem and overall sense of wellness, and you will feel a sense of pride in successfully addressing a problem that has probably been bothering you for a long time.

Do something right for yourself this Holiday Season!

Hair restoration is just one small part of the integrative approach to optimal aging we take at Bubolo Medical.

We are dedicated to helping you become the best you can be in the year ahead. That means getting to know who you are and setting realistic health, wellness, and optimal aging goals.

We will work with you to develop a medical program designed to help you achieve those goals and help you in every way we can, each and every step of the way!

How much do hair transplants cost?

The most asked question is how much hair transplants cost. We have no surprises here; a hair transplant will cost you $6,995.