Research has also found that identifying and adding growth factors that stimulate blood vessel growth can help with hair follicle vascularization, promoting hair growth and increasing follicle size3. It’s also theorized that muscle tightness in the scalp can potentially contribute to hair loss. This is especially common in people who have issues with dystonia (a muscle contraction disorder) and other conditions such as temporomandibular joint dysfunction. More commonly known as TMD, this condition causes clenching and grinding of the teeth at night, which can lead to chronic tension in the forehead and scalp muscles. The theory is that all that tension can contribute to hair loss, and that may relate to a decrease in blood flow and circulation. Other ways to help prevent hair loss include having good hair care and hygiene habits: Adapted from The Science and Art of Hair Restoration: A Patient’s Guide, by Patrick Angelos, M.D. Reprinted with permission from the author, copyright © 2020.
