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Low-Level Laser Therapy

Latest update: November 26, 2024
Medically reviewed by: Jennifer Trent MD, FAAD

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  2. Takes less than 15 minutes
Low-level laser therapy (LLLT), also known as cold laser therapy or photobiomodulation, is a non-invasive treatment that can repair tissues, revitalize cells, and reduce inflammation in the body. LLLT can increase energy in our cells, encouraging growth and healing in the muscles, nerves, bones, and soft tissue. The low-level laser does not produce enough heat to cause burning. When used at a low-level intensity, laser therapy can increase collagen and elastin production and blood flow. These proteins are responsible for strengthening and protecting hair and nails. LLLT also stimulates lymphocytes which are a crucial part of our immune system. Physiotherapists also use LLLT to treat patients with musculoskeletal issues.

LLLT is used as a hair loss treatment.  It can improve hair growth in men and women who suffer from genetic patterned hair loss.  The laser targets the weak follicles to stimulate hair growth. Patients who suffer from various types of alopecia and hair loss from chemotherapy have visible results from LLLT.

Some surgeons may also recommend LLLT as a post-procedure care treatment after a hair transplant surgery. The low-level laser can improve graft survival, speed up the healing process and stimulate faster hair growth.

LLLT is available in salons as overhead panels or at-home treatments using head caps or hand-held devices. Some popular brands are HairMaxLaserComb, iRestore Hair Growth System, LaserCap, TopHat 655 Rejuvenation System, and Erchronia ML Scanner.
Anesthesia
n/a
Operation Time
24
Inpatient Period
n/a
Number of Appointments
24
Recovery Period
n/a
Invasiveness
no

Laser Hair Regrowth

Dr. Gary Linkov, of City Facial Plastics in New York, talks about low-level laser light therapy for the treatment of hair loss. In this video, Dr. Linkov covers the history of this technology, the devices that can be used and treatment frequency and duration. He considers the benefits and efficacy of the treatments and talks about the risks. He covers what we know and the grey areas that are still being investigated. Which device will he recommend?

Is Laser Therapy Effective For Hair Loss?

This video from DocUnlock investigates the feasibility of using lasers to effectively treat hair loss. With a healthy dose of skepticism, the narrator talks through their findings. The video considers the scientific applications of lasers and uses this information to determine whether laser therapy would work to fix hair loss. What will DocUnlock conclude on this question?