This is something board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Alfonso Barrera and Dr. Eric Ruff see often at West Houston Plastic Surgery in Houston, Texas. They help women regain natural hair density with their restoration methods.
Why Menopause Affects Hair Growth
During menopause, your body’s hormone levels shift dramatically. Estrogen and progesterone, which help keep hair in its growing phase, begin to decline.
At the same time, a hormone called DHT becomes more active. This combination shortens the hair growth cycle and causes each strand to grow back thinner and weaker.
Recognizing the Signs of Menopausal Hair Thinning
Hair loss during menopause doesn’t usually happen in one area, the way it does for men. It tends to appear as diffuse thinning across the scalp.
Many women describe their ponytail feeling smaller or their scalp becoming more visible in bright light. Stress, genetics, and nutrition can make the problem worse.
While products and supplements can sometimes slow shedding, hormonal changes often require a more direct solution to truly restore density.
How Hair Restoration Can Help
Modern hair restoration works by using your own healthy hair to fill in those areas where you’re noticing lots of thinning. Dr. Barrera and Dr. Ruff typically take small groups of hair follicles from the back or sides of your scalp—places where your hair tends to stay thick—and prepare them for transplant. These hairs are sorted into tiny grafts, with each one holding just a few follicles.
They then place each graft carefully, paying close attention to how your natural hair grows. The angle, direction, and spacing all matter to make sure the results look seamless. Over time, those transplanted hairs settle in and start growing on their own, blending in with the rest of your hair.
Dr. Barrera and Dr. Ruff tailor every procedure to fit your pattern of hair loss and what you’re hoping to see.
Schedule Your Consultation
Hair thinning during menopause can be discouraging, but there are real solutions that work. If you’re ready to learn more about restoring fuller hair, give West Houston Plastic Surgery a call at 713-468-5200 to schedule your consultation in Houston, TX.
