5 Things You Should Know Before Getting a Hair Transplant

September 19, 2021

Over the last decade, hair transplant surgery has become an increasingly popular cosmetic procedure. However, before you decide to undergo this procedure, make sure you are aware of the facts and costs involved, as well as the potential risks that can arise from choosing to get a hair transplant.

Here at Dr Paul Cotterill's hair loss clinic in Toronto, we regularly help patients decide whether a hair transplant is a suitable option for them. To help you make you the right choice, we'll go over several things you should know before getting a hair transplant.

Minoxidil vs Hair Transplant: Applications and Uses

June 23, 2021

Hair loss can affect most people at some point in their lives. Both men and women often have different causes of hair loss and there are many different methods and products available to help restore your hair. However, it doesn't have to be the end of your good hair days.

You can opt for a hair transplant if you’re going bald. You can also use topical minoxidil to possibly slow down hair loss and regrow hair. The two treatments work in different ways. Read on to learn about how they work.

How Stress Can Affect Hair Loss

April 23, 2021

Stress is one of the most consequential mental states when it comes to our physical health. It may seem strange that feelings can equate to physical symptoms, but this is proven to be the case.

Hair loss is just one of these symptoms, and while pattern baldness is a perfectly normal condition for men, hair loss due to stress is quite different and can affect absolutely anyone.

But why, and how does this happen? Keep reading to find out and how it could be prevented and treated.

Women's Hair Loss: Causes and Treatments

November 4, 2020

Hair loss can be difficult to deal with and can affect self-esteem. Psychological studies have shown that women are much more upset by hair loss than a typical male. A woman experiencing scalp hair loss requires a thorough history and visual examination of the scalp to assess if she is an appropriate candidate for hair transplants. Different medical conditions such as low iron, thyroid imbalances, certain medications, and some scalp diseases are not appropriate for hair transplants and are treated with other non-surgical remedies. The doctor will assess each patient individually to ascertain her candidacy for transplants, determine the reason for the scalp hair loss and develop an appropriate treatment plan.

Five Common Causes of Hair Loss in Women

September 15, 2020

Minimal hair loss is pretty normal and is a sign that your body is growing new hair to replace the old one. Hair typically grows in three cycles; the anagen cycle (growing phase lasts for two to eight years), the catagen cycle (transition phase lasts for about two to three weeks) and the telogen cycle (resting phase lasts for about two to four months). 

Five Common Causes of Hair Loss in Men

July 17, 2020

Hair loss is a major problem for many people and occurs because of medical conditions, hormonal changes or certain medications. Count on Dr. Paul C. Cotterill to help you identify the exact cause of hair loss and help restore your hair!

Top Six Questions You Should Ask Your Hair Transplant Surgeon

April 30, 2020

There are a lot of factors involved in deciding when to go in for a hair transplant surgery. The expensive and sensitive nature of it compels you to be thorough in your understanding of what it. Dr. Cotterill has been specializing in hair transplant surgery in Toronto for over 30 years. In his practice over the years, he has gathered the most useful questions a patient can ask to have a good understanding of the practices and consequences of hair transplant surgery.

What to Expect After Hair Transplant Surgery

August 23, 2018

Are you tired of being self-conscious about your hair loss? Maybe you’re even thinking about having hair transplant surgery? If so, at Dr. Cotterill’s clinic in Toronto, we provide hair transplants for men and women suffering from hair loss for a variety of reasons.

Styling Tips for Men & Women with Hair Loss

January 19, 2018

Hair loss is difficult; there’s no doubt about it. Not only can it decrease your confidence but it also forces you to re-evaluate your look and adapt to this new situation. 

As a specialist for hair loss treatments in Toronto, the clinic of Dr. Paul Cotterill is here to provide the following tips that can help minimize the appearance of hair loss:

Debunking the Myths About Male Hair Transplants

November 24, 2017

Today, hair transplants are by far the most popular option for hair restoration. But despite their popularity, male hair transplants in Toronto attract their fair share of myths. Unfortunately when a procedure is not fully understood, it is easy to avoid it out of fear that something will go wrong.

7 Surprising Facts About Male Pattern Baldness

November 24, 2017

Male pattern baldness is a common form of hair loss. Typically it affects men as they age but some men can develop this condition as early as in their teens.

How Involved are Surgeons for Hair Transplant Surgery?

October 10, 2017

Hair transplant surgery in Toronto is both a science and an art. A substantial medical background provides the foundation required to make necessary medical decisions that come with any surgery, regardless of how minor. But technique, finesse and a well-trained eye are just as important in order to achieve the most desirable results. This is why an experienced hair physician—one that specializes exclusively in hair transplant surgery—is better than other medical and non-medical professionals performing the procedure.

5 Effective Methods for Hair Restoration

October 10, 2017

There are a number of methods to regrow lost hair but no one-size-fits-all solution. Depending on the extent of your thinning hair or baldness—and several other factors—the hair restoration in Toronto method that’s right for you will vary. Toronto men and women have five options to consider.

Gorgeous Hair for a Fabulous Transgender Woman Like You

March 15, 2016

No matter where you’re located on the path of transitioning, now’s the right time to consider hair transplant surgery. In Toronto, Dr. Paul Cotterill offers hairline feminization and hair restoration to trans women that lend them confidence. A woman’s hair is an asset to her overall femininity and yours can be too. There are several ways hair transplant surgery can help you achieve your desired look.

7 Strategies For Choosing The Best Hair Transplant Surgeon For You

February 17th, 2016

You want to look your very best, and that includes a vibrant and healthy head of hair. If you’ve been subjected to the challenge of thinning locks or balding, that ideal might seem out of reach. But it doesn’t have to be. Hair transplant surgery is the single best method available today to restore the vitality of your once full mane. Still, you need to be careful. Not every person claiming to have the experience and credentials to perform this highly technical procedure knows what they’re doing. What are the things you should look for in a hair transplant surgeon? Here are seven things to keep in mind when selecting a surgeon.

Enhance Hair Growth with ACell MatriStem™

November 20th, 2010

A new wound enhancing product has recently become available that is showing exciting potential benefits in hair restoration. ACell MatriStem™ is a biological product that has FDA approval that is being produced by a US company, ACell. MatriStem™ is an extracellular matrix (ECM), which is the part of the space between every cell in every animal species and has the ability to be transferred from animal to human without concern of rejection. ECM’s constituents contain growth factors, special proteins and glycoproteins, which cause angiogenesis (the ability to promote new blood vessels), recruit adult stem cells that are tissue site specific, cause minimal inflammatory reaction and are antibacterial in nature. What this means to hair restoration is that MatriStem has the following potential benefits:

1. To enhance the growth of follicular unit grafts, obtained via strip excision or FUE, to yield more robust, lush growth of hair

2. Produce softer, more normal, scalp-like tissue as opposed to fibrotic scars with scalp strip excision or FUE 

3. May allow for growth of plucked body hairs to regenerate and grow where transplanted (auto-cloning).

The Latest News in Hair Transplantation for Men & Women

January 21st, 2010

Dr Cotterill will be highlighted on Global News TV tomorrow evening, January 22, during the 6:00 pm news telecast.

Get the Facts about Low Level Light (LLL) Lasers

October 30th, 2009

Low level light lasers (LLL lasers) for scalp hair loss have been on the market for many years. Lasers are very safe and have FDA approval for use in scalp hair loss. However, the results and overall effectiveness of LLL lasers to date have been inconsistent.

Dr. Cotterill’s Report from the Hair Surgery Meeting in Amsterdam

August 14th, 2009

I returned recently from the biggest annual hair surgery meeting of the year, where I was an invited speaker and moderator. In my last blog I posted that I would report on the status of some new research going on:

The Largest International Hair Surgery Meeting of the Year

July 13th, 2009

I will be attending the Annual ISHRS Meeting in Amsterdam. This is the biggest international meeting of the year devoted to the latest news in hair surgery, hair loss and research. I am an invited faculty moderator as well as faculty for the Breakfast with the Experts session.

Happy Pride Day to Our GLBT Friends in Toronto

June 22nd, 2009

Happy Pride Week!! I specialize in hair restoration surgery and one of the treatments I offer is TG hair restoration techniques. I have even coined the term “hairline feminization”. I have recently added some TG hairline feminization photos to my website. Feel confident when contacting our office for information about this procedure or any other.

Dr. Cotterill’s Blog about Hair Replacement in Toronto

January 31st, 2009

I would like to welcome you to my new blog.