Experiencing Hair Loss: What You Need to Know About the Norwood Scale

According to the Norwood Hair Scale, there are seven stages of pattern baldness. These seven stages are:

• Stage 1 — This is the earliest possible stage of pattern baldness, and during this stage, hair loss has not begun. It is often called the control stage by practitioners and technicians. 
• Stage 2 — This is when you may begin to see the first signs of hair loss. During this stage, you will find that hair begins to thin around the temples. 
• Stage 3 — During this stage, the first signs of clinical pattern baldness are apparent. At this point, you will likely see a noticeable receding hairline, which may be in a U, V or M shape depending on your family history. You may also be noticing a small bald spot on your scalp.
• Stage 4 — In the fourth stage, hair loss will progress at a significant rate. You will show significant signs of baldness on the vertex, and the bald spot on the scalp will likely grow in size and scope. 
• Stage 5 — This stage is very similar to stage four, except for the fact that the hair that is left on the scalp is likely much thinner than it was at the previous stage. 
• Stage 6 — As you near the final stages of pattern baldness, you will find that you do not have much hair left on the top of your head. In this stage, there is generally only hair along the sides of your head. 
• Stage 7 — This is the most advanced stage of pattern baldness, and there is often very little hair left. If you do have hair, it will be very sparse. 

There are several treatment options for hair loss associated with pattern baldness, including hair transplant surgery and prescription medication. However, the best treatment for hair loss is scalp micropigmentation. This is a non-surgical treatment option that provides immediate results. Commonly known as a hairline tattoo, this procedure requires an experienced technician to work with a micro needle in order to deposit pigment into your scalp. The goal is to create the look of a freshly-grown hair follicle. Scalp micropigmentation can be used to add density to your hair if you are in the first several stages of the Norwood Hair Scale, or it can be used to give you the look of a fresh buzz cut if you are in the advanced stages of pattern baldness.

Whether you are at Norwood 1 or you are in the advanced stages of male pattern baldness, scalp micropigmentation is a treatment option that can provide you with the results that you are craving. As the only hair loss treatment option that offers guaranteed, customizable results, it is quickly becoming the preferred choice among men who are suffering from pattern baldness. 

For more information about scalp micropigmentation and to find out if you are a qualified candidate for this non-surgical hair loss treatment, contact Scalpmasters today to set up your consultation appointment.