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As a renowned hair loss clinic specializing in cutting-edge hair thinning treatment in Toronto, Dr Paul C Cotterill brings over 35 years of invaluable experience, earning the trust of countless individuals seeking solutions for their hair loss woes. 

At Dr Cotterill's clinic in Toronto, clients can expect personalized care that handles their individual needs and concerns. Whether it's subtle thinning or more pronounced hair loss, Dr Cotterill offers a range of advanced treatments. 

One of the hallmark features of Dr Cotterill's approach is his commitment to non-surgical hair loss treatments, such as Minoxidil and Finasteride. These pharmaceutical medications have been proven effective in combating hair thinning and stimulating new hair growth, offering hope to those grappling with hair loss challenges. 

Before prescribing any treatment, Dr Cotterill conducts a thorough consultation, considering the client's medical history, preferences, and any previous experiences with hair loss treatments. This personalized procedure ensures clients receive tailored recommendations aligning with their needs and goals. 

Contact us today for a consultation for hair thinning treatment in Toronto. 

What Is Finasteride?

Finasteride is a prescription oral medication for treating androgenetic alopecia, also known as male pattern baldness. It is scientifically proven to reverse the effects of male pattern baldness and promote hair growth.

How Does Finasteride Work to Reduce Hair Thinning?

Finasteride belongs to a class of medications called 5 alpha-reductase inhibitors. It works by inhibiting the action of a particular enzyme called-5 alpha-reductase, which converts testosterone into the hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT). DHT will bind to receptors in your hair follicles and cause them to miniaturize, resulting in scalp hair loss. Dr Paul C Cotterill will recommend the right dosage to help your body reduce the amount of DHT in your bloodstream. This will eventually help slow down hair loss; patients may see significant hair regrowth.

What is Minoxidil?

Minoxidil is a topical medication that stimulates hair growth and can effectively treat hair loss-related conditions, such as alopecia. It is the only over-the-counter ingredient clinically proven to stop and reverse hereditary hair loss by helping reactivate your inactive hair follicles.

How Does Minoxidil Work?

It increases the blood supply and nutrients to your hair follicles and helps them to get stronger from the roots. There are many stages of hair growth; minoxidil shortens the hair's telogen ( dormant ), phase and causes it to enter the anagen or growing stage. Some evidence even suggests that minoxidil can increase the thickness of the hair.

Before understanding how these two work together, knowing what causes baldness is important. Both genetic factors and the male hormone DHT cause hair loss by inducing a change in the hair follicles on the scalp. Finasteride works by acting as a DHT blocker- inhibiting the effects of DHT on the follicles. One positive fact about Finasteride is that it doesn’t interfere with Minoxidil. On the other hand, Minoxidil works by stimulating shrunken hair follicles, increasing the blood flow to your scalp, which helps increase the size of follicles and diameter.

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Further reading :

Minoxidil vs Hair Transplant: Applications and Uses

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Contact Dr Paul C Cotterill, a seasoned professional in hair thinning treatment in Toronto, boasting over 35 years of invaluable experience. Dr Cotterill offers comprehensive solutions tailored to your unique needs, from medication to advanced hair transplant options. 

His personalized approach ensures effective and long-lasting results, restoring confidence and revitalizing your appearance. Trust Dr Cotterill's expertise to address your hair loss concerns with precision and care. Call us today to learn more about hair thinning treatment in Toronto.