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by Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS
Just Say “No” to Needles and “Yes” to TED Growing Thicker, Healthier Hair: It’s Never Been Easier
No Local Anesthesia needed and takes about 20-25 minutes.
August is National Hair Loss Awareness Month, so I figured it’s the perfect time to do a “TED talk,”… but not the kind you’re used to.
At Bauman Medical, “TED” is short for the latest–and one of the most exciting–innovations for defeating hair shedding, hair loss, and thinning hair we’ve seen in years.
TransEpidermal Delivery or TED is especially ideal for people who’ve avoided getting medical treatment for their thinning hair because they’re averse to surgery or having their blood drawn. TED is needle-free, pain-free, requires no anesthesia of any kind, and is highly effective.
Read that again.
Your skin (including your scalp) is an amazing organ. It’s designed to keep out moisture and other substances we might come into contact with in our environment. This is generally good for our health but not ideal if we’re trying to get beneficial substances past this barrier to treat certain conditions. What if there were a way to help substances get past this barrier and into the scalp more easily?
That’s where TED comes in!
Here’s how this breakthrough technology works:
First, we apply a specialized topical hair growth serum on your scalp in the treatment zone.
We then employ a high-tech device that looks like a small massage tool. The TED handpiece is moved slowly over the scalp, emitting safe ultrasonic sound waves and air pressure. (This process is known as sonophoresis.)
The 20-25-minute process gently enhances the penetration of the serum into the scalp by temporarily increasing scalp permeability. At the same time, increased blood flow optimizes scalp health and stimulates hair follicles to produce thicker, stronger, healthier hair. This FDA-cleared Class 1 medical device is clinically proven to start minimizing shedding and improve hair growth and scalp health within minutes.
Patients we’ve used it on say they feel a warm sensation from the device or cooling from the serum along with vibration or ringing sound but no other sensation. They also tell us it’s very relaxing.
TED’s unique serum contains dozens of growth factors that reactivate dormant hair follicles and anchor hair shafts. It targets follicles to make them grow thicker hair. Research studies have also shown that hair often grows back in its original hue.
What does TED do best?
TED is ideal for patients who want to improve the overall thickness and appearance of their hair. It can be used to treat early androgenic alopecia (male or female pattern hair loss), telogen effluvium (excessive shedding), and to enhance other hair growth therapies you may already be doing. It’s also effective in treating hair loss after COVID or other infections, patchy beards, and even weak eyebrows.
How many treatments are recommended?
TED ideally includes a series of three treatments one month apart. Each person is different, as will be the results, but many notice improvements within one month and some people notice changes in symptoms as soon as two weeks.
How do you get started?
The first step is to have a consultation (either in-person or virtually) with me to discuss your situation and options. Before any treatment, we’ll conduct a detailed evaluation of your scalp and hair. We quantify your hair density and caliber in each zone and assess your overall scalp health to formulate a treatment plan customized especially for you.
A “game-changer” for thinning hair
TED is truly a game-changer. I’m excited to be one of the first offering it because I know that there are many hair loss sufferers out there who’ve avoided in-office treatments because of their fear of needles or pain. I think they’ll be thrilled to learn how TED will help them get ahead of their hair loss situation. Don’t be one of those people who’ve lost as much as 50 percent of their hair before doing something about it. Chances are, it’s no illusion. The sooner you address it properly, the more improvement you’ll experience.
What Bauman Medical patients are saying about TED
“TED was painless and, honestly, somewhat relaxing. I felt as though I could fall asleep during the procedure.” – Michael Jondle
“I felt like I was getting a 20- or 30-minute scalp massage. It’s only been a few weeks but my hair definitely looks and feels thicker already.” – Cary Reichbach
“No pain. I heard the handpiece, but it was soothing. Dr. Bauman’s team was amazing. Very thorough.” – Sheri Cordi
…What if TED Isn’t the Right
Non-Invasive Treatment for You?
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The Good Guys™: infuses the gut with probiotics designed to optimize the digestive process, regulate overall inflammation, and more. Supports a robust scalp and strengthens follicles for optimal hair growth.
The Bodyguard™: supports a healthy immune system, defends against environmental toxins.
A-List™ Hair Vitamin Complex: essential nutritionals for strengthening hair and supporting scalp health.
The Hero™ Super-Biotin Mega Hair Support Caps. Biotin strengthens hair and nails.
The Zenmaster™: Contains the adaptogenic herb ashwagandha, which helps make your body more resilient to stress and its byproduct, cortisol. Cortisol negatively affects the hair follicle as well as other organs in the body.
The Builder™ Hair Multi-Collagen Complex Peptide Protein Powder: Contains three proprietary ingredients that deliver vital proteins that multiply natural collagen levels, providing a boost to hair productivity, follicle strength, and a youthful shine.
Interested in learning more about TED or other ways to improve your hair loss situation? It starts with getting to the root of your hair loss situation.
Give us a call at 561-220-3480 or point your camera at the QR code below to schedule your private one-on-one in-person or virtual consultation.
Dr. Alan Bauman is a full-time board-certified hair restoration physician who has treated over 33,000 patients, has performed more than 12,000 hair transplant procedures and over 12,000 PRP’s since starting his medical hair loss practice, Bauman Medical in 1997.
Dr. Bauman is one of approximately only 200 physicians worldwide to achieve the certification from the esteemed American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery (ABHRS). Dr. Bauman is known for pioneering numerous technologies in the field of hair restoration including minimally-invasive FUE Follicular Unit Extraction, VIP|FUE™, Low-Level Laser Therapy, PRP Platelet Rich Plasma, PDOgro™, eyelash Transplants and others.
Dr. Bauman was voted “#1 Top Hair Restoration Surgeon” in North America by Aesthetic Everything for the 6th consecutive year, “Top Hair Restoration Surgeon of the Decade”, and received the 2022 “Lifetime Achievement Award in Hair Restoration”.
He was also recognized by Forbes as one of “10 CEOs Transforming Healthcare in America.”
Bauman Medical
Hair Restoration for Men and Women
www.BaumanMedical.com
561-220-3480
