
Medical Dermatology
Regrow thicker fuller hair with medical hair care
Hair loss has many causes, and treating the wrong one wastes months. We start by finding why you are shedding, with a scalp exam and lab work, then match the treatment, from minoxidil and finasteride to PRP and TED.
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Quick Facts
At a Glance
Condition
Diffuse or patterned thinning, shedding, and bald patches
Common Types
Androgenetic, telogen effluvium, alopecia areata, traction, and scarring
Provider
Dr. David Biro, MD, PhD, board-certified dermatologist
Diagnosis
Scalp exam, trichoscopy, blood work, and biopsy when needed
Treatments
Topical and oral minoxidil, finasteride, PRP, low-level laser, TED, and biologics for alopecia areata
When to Seek Care
Sudden shedding, patchy bald spots, scalp pain, scarring, or persistent thinning
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Is Your Hair Loss a Match for kalon Care?
Match your hair loss concern to the right kalon care pathway
This Concern Match is informational, not medical advice. Hair loss causes, severity, and treatment response vary by individual. Schedule a dermatology consultation for diagnosis and a personalized plan.
Hair Loss
Many people experience hair loss in Brooklyn and Staten Island, but it’s not something you need to live with. The skilled providers at kalon Dermatology in Staten Island and the Sheepshead Bay neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York, offer many innovative treatments for hair loss to improve hair growth and health. To get help with your hair loss at the state-of-the-art dermatology practice, call the office or schedule an appointment online today.
What is hair loss
Hair loss, also called alopecia, occurs when there’s a change in your hair’s normal growth cycle. It can affect hair growth anywhere on the body but most often occurs on the scalp.
Hair growth occurs in phases:
Anagen phase
During the anagen phase, your hair is actively growing. This phase usually lasts years.
Catagen phase
At the catagen phase, your hair stops growing and separates from the hair follicle. This phase lasts about 10 days.
Telogen phase
During the telogen phase, which lasts up to three months, the follicle rests and the hair falls out. The anagen phase follows the telogen phase.
If there’s a change in any phase of the hair growth cycle, you may lose too much hair or it may not resume growth.
What are some of the types of hair loss?
Hair loss may occur from any number of causes, including genetics, hormones, and hairstyles. Some of the common types of hair loss include:
Androgenetic alopecia
Androgenetic alopecia is a genetic type of hair loss that affects men and women. It’s also called male- or female-patterned baldness.
Alopecia areata
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disorder that causes hair loss when your immune system attacks and destroys the hair follicles.
Anagen effluvium
Anagen effluvium is hair loss from a medical treatment, such as chemotherapy for cancer. We do a lot of skin cancer testing at our facility. We have seen how this can contribute to hair loss and stress.
Traction alopecia
Traction alopecia is hair loss related to your hairstyle. Certain hairstyles like braids, dreadlocks and cornrows can cause this type of alopecia.

When should I seek dermatology help for hair loss?
Seek help from the experts at kalon Dermatology in Brooklyn and Staten Island if you have noticeable hair loss that’s affecting how you look and feel. Early treatment for hair loss may improve your response to treatment.
Your provider asks detailed questions about your hair loss, as well as your medical and family history. They also examine your skin and scalp and may run lab work to determine the cause of your hair loss.
Your visit starts with a scalp exam, trichoscopy, and blood work, and a biopsy when needed, so we know whether you are dealing with androgenetic thinning, telogen effluvium after stress, or alopecia areata. The treatment follows the diagnosis, whether that is minoxidil, finasteride, PRP, low-level laser, TED, or a biologic for alopecia areata.
What are the treatments for hair loss?
Your provider at kalon Dermatology customizes your hair loss treatment plan based on the cause. Your plan may include:
Your provider at kalon Dermatology may also talk to you about alternative therapies, such as acupuncture and aromatherapy, which treat some types of hair loss.
kalon Dermatology specializes in hair loss for Brooklyn and Staten Island patients and can develop a plan to restore hair growth and thickness. Call the office or schedule an appointment online today.
Patient Reviews
What Our Patients Say
Excellent doctor, excellent stuff. I recommend this office to my relatives and friends.
Alexander S.
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I’ve been to multiple Dermatology offices to help me with my skin concern. There is no one else I’d trust more now that I’ve been to Kalon Dermatology. The staff is polite and caring. The team took the time to go over all my treatment options and I’ve finally found the help I needed. I highly recommend this Dermatology office and will be recommending and returning with my family.
Gabi D.
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Love the friendly staff and great doctors here. Highly recommend 10/10 great results
Laura C.
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Danny is a very good doctor. Very knowledgeable, caring and attentive.
crispy P.
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Loved my experience here. Such knowledgeable providers and have a good bed side manner. The office is beautiful and most importantly very clean.
Nelly K.
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This place is absolutely amazing! From the staff, to the reception area to the treatments. I see Danny bronshtein for my injections and my skincare needs. He’s very thorough and attentive and sweet to boot. Can’t recommend them enough!
elle G.
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Reviewed by David Biro, MD, PhD
Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please schedule a consultation with our team to discuss your individual needs.
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