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Medically Related Hair Loss Solutions
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Eyebrows and Facial Hair
Hai loss can occur on the face as well as on the head. Facial hair and eyebrows can be added by using make-up or cosmetically enhanced with facial prostheses. These options are generally available at studios where cranial prostheses are sold.
Prostheses Options:
After a decision is made on the type of system, it must then be properly secured. Most wigs and prostheses come with an adjustable elastic band. For more security, there is a liquid medical adhesive and specialized tapes or clips. When working one-on-one with a professional you decide which to use - a combination of these attachments, or none at all. It just depends on your preference, hair loss and security needs.
How long will a hair prosthesis last? This depends on a number of variables: a person's lifestyle, occupation, their activities and proper car. A hair professional will provide instructions on how to get the most wear and the very best look possible from your hair prosthesis, as well as recommend the proper hair care products to use. Hand-tied prostheses are usually more durable than machine-made wefts. |
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| Then there is the question of cost which is determined by the specifications of the system: size, attachment methods, materials used in the design, service, etc. The price range depends on how personalized the prosthesis...the more customized, the more the cost. Once an individual's needs are discussed, the correct system can be suggested and other additions to the prosthesis can be added.
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Machine-Made
| A Machine-Made prosthesis is a cap constructed of smooth elastic wefting or woven material, on which the hair is sewn into. This type of prosthesis can accommodate those with existing hair whether thin, fine, or patchy areas because of its overall coverage and the ability of the cap to stretch to fit one's head. But with this cost effective prosthesis, there are limitations in quality. (Many department store and mail-order wigs are machine-made.) |
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Hand-Tied Pre-Designed
| | Hand-tied Pre-Designed systems have a durable, comfortable cap with 3-5 strands of hai per knot hand-tied very close together. With hand-tied prostheses, the style of the hair is more controlled and less bulky. This creates the way natural hair looks and provides for a better and more comfortable fit. Its construction also allows for a variety of styles, and the choice of colors offer a more blended appearance. |
|  Full Custom
| | A prosthesis that is Full Custom is made from specific measurements taken by a hair professional. A custom mold can be made of the head to duplicate one's shape and contour for a precise fit. These systems allow for many options including: size, color, and materials which can all be altered to fit a specific need. Because of its overall versatility, there are many styling alternatives. |
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Turban
| | Headwear
It's not just a cover up any longer, now there are so many different ways to show one's style. Turbans, hats, scarves, and headbands with or without hair (bangs) offer many looks. Most are made with comfortable material for sensitive scalps and come in a variety of colors and designs. |
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Headband with hair
| | Headbands
If you want a quick change to your look, headbands with hair attached can be worn. Constructed like the machine-made weft, they offer the comfort of a pre-designed system. This alternative has an attached band that replaces the hairline area for a snug fit. It offers you comfort, convenience and a fashionable look at the lower end of the price range. |
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Headband with hair
| | Bangs
Another option to utilize with headwear are bangs. Some are designed as frontal bangs while other scan be adjusted and worn around the nape area of the neck. The use of bangs helps to soften facial features. Also available is a hair fringe which extends around the perimeter of the head. It offers more hair to be seen when wearing a turban or hat |
Partial
| | Partials
Partials are for those that have extreme hair loss in a specific area - such as from cranial surgery or burns. They are designed in various sizes and are offered in many base materials and colors just as top-of-head hair systems. High quality partials are available through hair replacement salons while lower quality wiglets are found in department stores and mail order catalogs. |
Integration
| | Hair Integrations
A hair integration blends an individual's own hair with a system t create fullness, volume or length. It is for individuals with thinning hair or hair loss who want to make the most of their natural hair.
An integration is constructed with a cabling system that provides durability and security while providing a comfortable fit. The system is placed on the head and your own hair is brushed through the openings in the base - combining the hair integration with your natural growing hair, securing it on the head. If added security is desired, clips or tape adhesives can be used. |
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