Hair Loss Treatment in San Mateo — Physician-Guided Options

Our physician-led “Advanced Science” approach, in practice since 1991, prioritizes the biological health of the scalp and hair follicles over temporary quick fixes, delivering longer-lasting and more natural-looking outcomes. We have created and patented a proprietary MD® Hair Restoration system designed for convenient at-home use before and after treatment to help you sustain optimal results.

You can book online 24/7 through our website or call our San Mateo office directly at (650) 340-7546.

Many patients combine hair scalp stimulation with other services like Botox or IPL Photofacials. Our San Mateo team can coordinate your appointments for maximum convenience.

Costs vary based on the personalized plan. We provide transparent pricing during your initial consultation and offer CareCredit financing for Bay Area patients.

Our treatments are physician-guided. During your consult, we review your medical history, labs, and scalp health to ensure a safe and effective plan.

No. There is no surgery or significant recovery time. You can drive yourself home to nearby Belmont or Foster City and resume your routine immediately.

Maintenance is usually required. We provide home-care systems, such as the MD® Hair Restoration System (MD® Nutri Hair supplement, MD® Follicle Energizer serum, MD® Scalp Essential serum, MD® Treatment Shampoo, and Conditioner for Thinning Hair), to help sustain the results achieved during in-office sessions.

While individual results vary, most patients notice a decrease in shedding within 2-4 weeks, with visible improvements in fullness appearing between 6 to 12 months.

Yes, our “Physician-Led” approach includes reviewing lifestyle factors like stress and nutrition to help stabilize shedding and encourage regrowth.

Men in the early to moderate stages of pattern baldness (androgenic alopecia) often see significant improvement in thickness and coverage with our multi-layered approach.

Yes. We treat female pattern thinning, postpartum shedding, and stress-related hair loss using physician-led protocols tailored to women’s hormonal and scalp health.

Common signs include a widening part, thinning at the temples or crown, and seeing more hair than usual in the shower or on your brush. Early intervention in San Mateo is key to better results.

4. • Most patients see optimal results with a series of 2 to 5 sessions, spaced several weeks apart, depending on the severity of thinning.

Yes. We specialize in non-surgical, minimally invasive protocols that require no downtime, allowing patients to return to their daily activities in San Mateo immediately.

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy involves using a concentrated portion of your own blood—rich in growth factors—and injecting it into the scalp to stimulate natural hair growth and strengthen existing strands.

Absolutely. We are a premier destination for hair loss treatments for residents within a 25-mile radius, including San Mateo, Daly City, South San Francisco, and Palo Alto.

Our proprietary system combines in-office clinical treatments (like PRP and Growth Factors) with high-potency topical serums and drug-free supplements to revitalize dormant follicles, antiage scalp, and improve hair density.

Yes, our San Mateo office features a dedicated private parking lot for our patients, making it convenient for those driving in from nearby Hillsborough, San Carlos, or Millbrae.

MD Laser & Cosmetics is located at 448 N San Mateo Drive, San Mateo, CA. We provide physician-directed hair restoration for patients across the Peninsula, including Burlingame, Foster City, and Redwood City.

Yes. We treat male and female hair loss, including early pattern hair thinning, postpartum shedding, and stress‑related shedding, as long as there are no contraindications.

We evaluate medical history, patterns, scalp, and may order targeted labs.

Most patients require a series of sessions and may notice changes in shedding during the initial treatment, followed by fullness over 6-12 months. Hair growth is slow, so results are gradual rather than overnight. Wikipedia

Maintenance is commonly advised to preserve progress; we’ll personalize the plan.

Each option has a safety profile; we’ll review risks and alternatives before starting.

Usually yes—gentle care and heat protection are encouraged.

A physician-guided, multi-modal plan addresses more than one cause and is often more effective.

Yes. We consider stress, postpartum changes, and hormonal shifts in your plan.

No treatment can guarantee full restoration. Our goal is to improve density, reduce shedding, and enhance the overall appearance and health of your hair and scalp. This will be within what’s realistic for your pattern and stage of loss.

If we suspect scarring alopecia, inflammatory scalp disease, or systemic conditions, we may recommend collaboration with your primary care provider or dermatologist for additional work‑up alongside cosmetic treatment.

No. The MD Hair Restoration System products are drug‑free, physician‑developed supplements and topicalsformulated to support fuller, thicker‑looking hair and a healthy scalp. They are not prescription drugs and are used as part of a supportive regimen. md-factor.com+2md-factor.com+2

The MD Hair Restoration System products are drug‑free, physician‑developed supplements and topicals formulated to support fuller, thicker‑looking hair and a healthy scalp. They are not prescription drugs and are used as part of a supportive regimen.

Scalp injection can be painful in the frontal hairline region. Less so on the top and back of the scalp.  We use local anesthesia and ice to keep you comfortable during injections. You may have swelling for 24-48 hours at the injection sites after the treatment.