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And Add a Flowing Mane to 2026 with Bauman Medical
by Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS
Another day, another year, finally in the books. The shortest days are a thing of the past, holiday shopping is complete, and New Year’s resolutions are ready to be fulfilled. At Bauman Medical, it should come as no surprise that our resolutions revolve around, you guessed it, hair.
But it shouldn’t just be our focus. After all, 2026 is the year of the horse! While that celebration comes next month, the Chinese New Year’s zodiac sign is the species that rivals us in the hair game. The year of the horse is defined as animated, active, and energetic — all traits that we should aspire for our scalp to feel like.
But before you go on Amazon and order yourself a bottle of Mane ‘n Tail shampoo, hold your horses. With the various hair restoration advancements made at Bauman Medical, coupled with tried-and-true methods, you’ll have a head of hair that rivals the likes of Secretariat and Seabiscuit.
FoLix
Coming out of the gate strong, we have our latest advancement, FoLix. A groundbreaking, FDA-cleared fractional laser treatment courtesy of the genius minds over at Lumenis, FoLix serves as a way to stimulate hair growth. While still in the backstretch of the race, FoLix has already established itself as a favorite for non-invasive, non-chemical therapies for middle-aged men and women in the midst of mid-stage hair thinning.
FoLix utilizes a non-ablative laser, which provides the benefits found from laser therapy without damaging the outer layer of skin. It creates microscopic thermal zones on your scalp that help activate your body’s natural regenerative processes. So now, those dormant hair follicles start to wake up and feel energetic, leading to thicker, healthier hair growth in no time. No intense heat or scarring, just a specific cooling handpiece that allows our team to target follicle-rich areas in a non-invasive manner.
Hair Follicle Stem Cell Banking
Many people want to improve their financial planning as a New Year’s Resolution. Putting away a few dollars here and there in a savings account is one of the best ways to build financial independence. The same applies to your hair, believe it or not. With Hair Follicle Stem Banking, treat your follicles like a rainy day fund for current and future procedures. By collecting stem cells directly from your hair follicles, we can cryopreserve them today for treatments such as a topical scalp solution (see STEMgroTM below) or hair follicle cloning in the future once the technology advances.
With untapped potential beyond hair loss treatment, Hair Follicle Stem Cell Banking enables your body to work for you now and in the future. From skin rejuvenation to orthopedic treatments, and even possible organ repair and replacement, stem cell banking offers a truly personalized plan that extends well beyond your initial deposit.
STEMgroTM
When the day comes to make a stem cell withdrawal, you can put your cells on a winning horse like STEMgroTM, a savvy move toward hair regrowth. Pain-free and personalized, this powerful topical treatment is performed in-office with help from your own hair follicle stem cells! Treatments like STEMgroTM continue to push the envelope in hair restoration. With ongoing clinical trials, we’re witnessing developments leading toward injectable therapies. Talk about a purebred, as the beauty of STEMgroTM lies in you taking the step forward and pushing the possibility of hair follicles cultivated in the lab to new heights.
Low-Level Laser Therapy
No need for a jockey cap in the race of hair restoration, as the award-winning Bauman TURBO LaserCap® laps the competition in style. FDA-cleared, drug-free, chemical-free, side-effect-free, and non-invasive, the TurboCap has the speed of a racehorse when it comes to hair regrowth. All you need is five minutes out of your day for a flowing mane in no time.
PRP Platelet-Rich Plasma
As we enter the home stretch of options, it feels fitting to stick with a high horse here at Bauman Medical. PRP, or platelet-rich plasma, involves our team collecting a small blood sample to extract the platelets it contains. Once they’re concentrated, we gently apply them back to your scalp without causing pain. While slow and steady wins the race, we want to get you back into the world as soon as possible, meaning all you need is an hour of PRP for treatment that covers you for a year or more.
PDOgroTM
PDOgro™ is an advanced extension of PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy that enhances the hair regeneration process by incorporating unique polydioxanone threads. These thin, absorbable threads are made from an FDA-cleared synthetic material and are placed discreetly under the scalp. They work by stimulating the production of collagen, elastin, hyaluronic acid, and new blood vessels, as well as promoting fibroblast activity. In simple terms, combining PDOgro™ with PRP significantly boosts hair regrowth. Studies indicate that PDOgro™ is 30% more effective than a single PRP session.
TED TransEpidermal Delivery
Sometimes, less truly is more, especially when it comes to our TransEpidermal Delivery (TED) system. Instead of relying on bulky equipment, you can choose this innovative growth serum applicator. You may wonder why that is. The serum provides amino acids, dynamic growth factors, and advanced peptides that are beneficial for hair health. With TED, you can expect increased blood flow, stronger hair fibers, reduced shedding, and stimulated hair follicles.
This non-invasive treatment leverages sound waves and air pressure to deliver all the comfort and effectiveness of a procedure—without the discomfort of needles or anesthesia. Experience the difference with TED and watch your hair flow!
Learn More
For 2026, make it a year that is animated, active, and energetic. While getting to the gym and journaling are great ways to get your head in the right space, nothing says feeling energetic like a lively scalp and boasting a mane that rivals a thoroughbred. Embrace the year of the horse by saddling up and visiting Bauman Medical for all your hair restoration needs.
Call 561-220-3480 or point your camera at the QR code below to schedule a private one-on-one in-person or virtual consultation at www.baumanmedical.com.
With over 29 years of specialization in hair restoration, he offers an impressive array of state-of-the-art technologies, including proprietary hair restoration procedures, low-level laser light therapy, customized hair growth medications, supplements, and other modalities that produce excellent results. Thanks to his many tools, you may not even need a transplant!
Dr. Bauman’s “Hair Hospital,” housed in a dedicated 12,000-square-foot building, is recognized as one of the premier hair restoration practices in the country.
As one of approximately 250 physicians worldwide to achieve board certification from the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery (ABHRS), Dr. Bauman has treated over 36,000 patients. He’s also a pioneer in numerous technologies in the field of hair restoration, both for diagnostics and treatment.
In recognition of his expertise, Dr. Bauman was voted “#1 Top Hair Restoration Surgeon” in North America by Aesthetic Everything for for 10 straight years, “Top Hair Restoration Surgeon of the Decade”, and received the 2022 “Lifetime Achievement Award in Hair Restoration.”
Forbes magazine recognized him as one of “10 CEOs Transforming Healthcare in America” for bringing restorative hair treatment into the mainstream and pioneering robotic technologies.
Dr. Bauman is a sought-after guest expert at international scientific meetings and live surgery workshops, and a frequent expert source on national news and educational shows.
Bauman Medical
Hair Restoration for Men and Women
561-220-3480
