A Guide on Low-Level Laser Therapy

Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) is a light or heat-based treatment commonly used for addressing hair loss, specifically in cases of genetic hair loss such as androgenetic alopecia or pattern baldness, which affect both men and women. In this guide, the hair transplant specialists at Turkeyana in Istanbul explain how this innovative therapy works.

At Turkeyana in Istanbul, low-level laser therapy is applied using a laser that emits light at a specific wavelength and power. The unique properties of the laser’s wavelength are what make it effective for treating pattern hair loss.

The laser used for hair loss emits a visible red light with a wavelength of 630-670 nanometers at a low power. This light is absorbed by the hair follicle molecules, stimulating the epidermal stem cells responsible for regenerating hair follicles.

Additionally, low-level laser therapy increases blood flow to the scalp, improving nutrient and oxygen delivery to the hair follicles. This boost in circulation helps stimulate metabolic processes and prevents the accumulation of DHT (dihydrotestosterone), a hormone that contributes to hair thinning and loss.

Low-level laser therapy is suitable for both men and women experiencing hair thinning or pattern baldness due to hereditary conditions. Hair loss specialists at Turkeyana use the Norwood-Hamilton Classification for men and the Ludwig-Savin Scale for women to assess the degree of hair loss.

This therapy is recommended for male patients with Norwood-Hamilton Classifications of IIa to V and for female patients with Ludwig-Savin Classifications of I-4, II-1, II-2, or frontal pattern hair loss, as well as Fitzpatrick skin types I to IV.

If you are curious about how low-level laser therapy or other hair loss treatments can help you, our team at Turkeyana is ready to provide answers. Additionally, we offer hair transplant cost estimates based on your level of hair loss and personal treatment goals. Contact us to learn more about your options.