Red Light Therapy in Sarasota

Red Light Therapy (RLT), also known as Photobiomodulation (PBM) and Low-Level Laser Light (LLLL) therapy, uses low-level red light as a proven, safe and effective therapy for individuals who are seeking hair restoration, so we’re very excited to offer this treatment at our Sarasota clinic. It can be used as a stand-alone therapy or in conjunction with any of our medical, non-surgical, or surgical hair restoration treatments.

What is Red Light Therapy?

Red light therapy is a hair regrowth treatment for both men and women. Like trees, flowers, and other plants utilize sunlight to grow, humans can utilize certain wavelengths of light and transform them into cellular energy. In the case of red light, the wavelengths trigger mitochondria within your cells. This lowers oxidative stress and boosts circulation, which gives your body more energy. When you have more energy than your body requires, your cells are turbo-powered to repair themselves and multiply. When used for hair restoration, the result is hair growth that is fuller, thicker, and more robust. In addition, red light therapy begins the development of new hair follicles.

Benefits of Red Light Therapy for Hair

Increased fullness, density, and thickness of hair
Stimulates new hair follicles
Safe and effective
No chemicals, UV rays, or excessive heat
No discomfort
Minimal to no negative side effects or complications

Common Hair Loss

Did you know that over 50% of men over 40 and 75% of women over 65 experience androgenetic alopecia? For men, balding patterns at the crown of the head are most common, while women typically lose hair all over the head. With this being a common aesthetic problem, many people are looking for hair restoration options.

Photobiomodulation with red light is an advanced low-level laser management system that gets excellent results. However, it's important to have a consultation with a hair loss expert before setting your expectations on red light therapy, as some types of hair loss won’t respond to this treatment.

“Dr. Greco is a top doctor in his field. I can’t imagine having gone to anyone else. Wonderful work, wonderful experience, wonderful staff. I would recommend him to everyone interested in getting this work done to Dr. Greco.”

Nancy G.

What Happens During the Treatment?

A red light therapy treatment involves exposing your scalp to low-level red light for a certain time, typically 20-30 minutes. There is no pain during the treatment and many patients find it relaxing.

Most patients will require multiple treatment sessions to get optimal results. The number of treatments you'll need will depend on your specific cause of hair loss.

Red Light Therapy in Combination

Although red light therapy can be used independently, it's also compatible with hair loss medications such as Rogaine® (generic: minoxidil), Propecia® (generic: finasteride), oral minoxidil, and dutasteride. In addition, it is often used in conjunction with our hair transplant procedures (Bio-FUT and Bio-FUE), as red light therapy may increase the survival and healing of transplanted hair follicles.

Who is a Good Candidate for Photobiomodulation PDT with Red Light Therapy?

If you’re in the Sarasota area and interested in learning more about low-level
laser light therapy and how it can help your hair become healthier, it may be the hair restoration treatment for your needs. Those who make the best candidates for red light therapy are individuals who:

Have general hair thinning at the top, back, and sides of the scalp
Those looking to incorporate multiple treatment modalities for hair loss
Those with realistic expectations who understand how the treatment works

Why Choose Greco Dermatology for Red Light Therapy?

With hair restoration in our family for three generations, our team at Greco Dermatology is pleased to offer therapies of all kinds for our hair loss patients. With a warm personal touch and respect, careful listening, and strong compassion for our patients, we provide a truly exceptional experience, individualized care, and cutting-edge cosmetic treatments in a very comfortable and soothing environment.

We take great pride in our relationship with our patients, and we have an excellent bedside manner with lots of humor and lightheartedness. If you're in the Sarasota area and would like to learn more about photodynamic therapy, we invite you to contact us today to book a consultation.