Alopecia – Hair Loss Treatments
Alopecia is a common cause of hair loss that can appear in patches or affect the entire scalp. We use targeted treatments like Kenalog injections to reduce inflammation, calm immune overactivity, and reactivate hair growth at the source.
How We Treat Alopecia at TONIIK
Alopecia can appear without warning and may be linked to conditions like alopecia areata, where the immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicles.
At TONIIK, we begin with a full evaluation to identify the type and cause of your hair loss. Kenalog injections reduce inflammation around the follicles, allowing the natural hair growth cycle to restart.
Many patients see early signs of regrowth within a few weeks. For stronger results, we often combine injections with PRP, peptides, or topical therapies based on your specific needs. Our approach is always customized to your scalp, your symptoms, and your long-term goals.
FAQ
Alopecia is a general term for hair loss. It can occur in patches (alopecia areata), all over the scalp (alopecia totalis), or across the entire body (alopecia universalis). Hair loss can also be caused by stress, autoimmune issues, hormonal imbalances, nutritional deficiencies, or genetics.
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the hair follicles, leading to sudden hair loss in round patches. It can occur at any age and often without warning.
Kenalog is the brand name for triamcinolone acetonide, a corticosteroid that helps reduce inflammation. When injected into the scalp, it calms the immune response around the hair follicles, allowing hair to begin growing again.
By suppressing inflammation around the affected follicles, Kenalog can halt the autoimmune attack and restart the hair growth cycle. It is most commonly used for alopecia areata and other inflammatory hair loss conditions.
Some patients notice new hair growth within 3 to 6 weeks after treatment. Full results typically develop after a few sessions, depending on the extent of hair loss and how your body responds.
At TONIIK, we typically recommend treatments every 4 to 6 weeks, with the frequency and dosage customized based on your specific type of alopecia, response, and progress. Our approach focuses on consistency and adjusting as needed to prevent plateauing.
The magic is in our dosing and protocol. We don’t use a one-size-fits-all model. At TONIIK, we customize the strength, depth, spacing, and frequency of Kenalog injections based on the pattern and severity of your hair loss. This tailored approach delivers better results with fewer side effects.
There is little to no downtime. You may experience mild tenderness, redness, or swelling at the injection sites for a day or two. Most patients return to normal activities right away.
Side effects are rare but can include mild scalp irritation, temporary thinning of the skin at the injection site, or small indentations in the scalp if overused. Our careful dosing protocol is designed to avoid this.
Kenalog works best for inflammatory hair loss like alopecia areata or traction alopecia. For hormonal, stress-related, or genetic hair loss (like androgenetic alopecia), we may combine Kenalog with other treatments like PRP, peptides, or topicals for best results.
In many cases, yes. At TONIIk, we often pair Kenalog injections with PRP, peptide therapy, hair-supportive nutraceuticals, and topical growth stimulants to maximize regrowth and prevent recurrence.
If you’re experiencing patchy hair loss or have been diagnosed with alopecia areata or inflammatory scalp conditions, Kenalog injections may be a great option. We perform a thorough evaluation to ensure the treatment is right for you.
Call us at 818-436-6386 or visit TONIIK at 12210 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA. Our team will assess your hair loss pattern and create a custom treatment protocol designed for your scalp and your goals.
