The Four Hair Loss Treatments

Each treatment suits a different stage and type of hair loss. Many patients combine more than one. Follow any option below for the full details, candidacy and procedure.

Surgical

FUE Hair Transplant

Individual follicles moved from a donor area to thinning regions, with fully-shaved, partially-shaved and no-shave options. For established, stable thinning with a good donor area.

Type: Surgical, one-time  ·  Downtime: 3 days–3 weeks
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Non-surgical

Regenera Activa Micrografts

A minimally invasive treatment using the scalp's own regenerative cells to support existing follicles. Suited to early or moderate thinning.

Type: In-clinic, 30–60 min  ·  Results: 30–60 days
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Non-surgical

Low-Level Laser Therapy

Focused light energy used to support hair growth, often alongside medical therapy. An option for those not yet considering surgery.

Type: Non-surgical, ongoing  ·  Downtime: None
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Non-surgical

Regenerative Hair Booster

A serum-and-microneedling system targeting the dermal papilla to support scalp health and hair growth. Used alone or to complement other treatments.

Type: Non-surgical, ongoing  ·  Downtime: None
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How the Treatments Compare

A high-level comparison to help you see where each fits. Suitability is always decided at consultation; this is a general guide, not a recommendation.

TreatmentBest suited toTypeDowntime
FUE TransplantEstablished, stable thinning with a good donor areaSurgical, one-time3 days–3 weeks
Regenera ActivaEarly to moderate thinning, non-surgical preferenceIn-clinic sessionMinimal
Laser Therapy (LLLT)Early thinning, or as a complement to other treatmentsOngoing sessionsNone
Regenerative BoosterSupport for scalp health and hair growthOngoing sessionsNone

How the Right Treatment Is Chosen

Treatment begins with a diagnosis. A scalp assessment and, where relevant, a review of medical history establish what's driving the hair loss, so the plan is matched to the cause rather than the appearance alone. Dr Tan is one of the few doctors approved by the Singapore Medical Council to perform both FUE and FUT, which allows the assessment to consider surgical and non-surgical routes together.

  • A scalp examination to look at the pattern and condition of the hair.
  • A review of medical history and contributing factors where relevant.
  • A discussion of suitable options, which may be one treatment or a combination.

What Results Are Realistic

Results vary by individual and by cause. Non-surgical treatments generally support and maintain existing hair and may need repeating; a transplant relocates hair that continues to grow in its new position. A consultation is where realistic expectations for a specific case are discussed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Four main options: FUE hair transplant, Regenera Activa micrografts, Low-Level Laser Therapy, and a Regenerative Hair Booster system. The right choice depends on the cause and stage of the hair loss.
It depends on the cause and stage of your hair loss, established at consultation. Early or diffuse thinning may suit non-surgical options; established thinning with a good donor area may suit a transplant.
The non-surgical options generally have little to no downtime. A hair transplant has a recovery period that varies by technique, from a few days for no-shave FUE to a few weeks.
Dr Tan Tyng Yuan
Medically reviewed by Dr Tan Tyng Yuan
MBBS (U of London) · Dip Pract Derm (Cardiff) · ISHRS Fellow · SMC dual FUE/FUT · About the doctor →