Hair loss: what Dr Narine presented to fellow physicians at the CAMA congress
Androgenetic hair loss progresses over time. The earlier it is treated, the more follicles there are left to preserve. That is the message Dr Nyan Narine, Medical Director of Clinique M, shared with his peers at CAMA’s Canadian Aesthetics Expo in Toronto, where he was invited to speak twice.
Here are the key points of his presentation, and what they mean for you if you notice your hair thinning.
Two talks at the CAMA congress in Toronto
Every year, the Canadian Association of Medical Aesthetics (CAMA) brings together physicians and medical aesthetics professionals from across the country in Toronto. They gather to review the latest techniques and data.
This year, Dr Narine gave two talks there. He was asked to give the second one because of his work in hair restoration using bio-regenerative approaches. The congress capped a busy stretch: in about six weeks, he delivered five talks in Canada and abroad, covering hair restoration, peptides in longevity medicine and facial treatments.
The protocol presented to physicians
At the heart of his presentation: the bio-regenerative hair restoration protocol that Dr Narine developed and has been using at Clinique M for about a year. Rather than relying on a single treatment, this approach combines several levers. The goal is to act on both scalp health and the follicles themselves.
The Q&A period lasted nearly 40 minutes, longer than the talk itself. A clear sign of the medical community’s genuine interest in these new approaches.
Why so many hair loss products disappoint
Many patients arrive at their consultation discouraged. Some have spent hundreds, even thousands of dollars on shampoos, lotions or devices seen on social media, without getting the results they hoped for. Three reasons come up often:
- Partial treatment. Many options target only one of the mechanisms involved in hair loss.
- Side effects. Some traditional treatments are poorly tolerated. Patients end up stopping, and the loss resumes.
- Variable response to PRP. PRP uses the patient’s own platelets. When their function is not optimal, results may be less pronounced than hoped.
That is why everything starts with a complete consultation. The physician reviews family history, health status, medications and lifestyle. This overall picture makes it possible to choose the option best suited to each person.
Androgenetic hair loss: recognizing the first signs
Androgenetic hair loss does not show up the same way in men and women:
- In men, it often starts with a receding hairline and temples, then may spread to the top of the head.
- In women, it mainly affects the centre of the scalp: the part gradually widens, and the temples can also be affected.
In both cases, hair loss tends to progress, mainly under the effect of DHT. This hormone, derived from testosterone, weakens follicles over time. Consulting at the first signs limits the damage that will need to be corrected. It also avoids wasting time on products that are not right for your situation.
Exosomes: what really matters
Exosomes raise a lot of questions, among patients and physicians alike. Dr Narine sums it up this way: an exosome is a vehicle. What matters is what it carries, such as the peptides and growth factors that support scalp and follicle health. At the congress, much of the discussion focused on these components and their role.
Why more and more 18- to 30-year-olds are seeking help
At Clinique M, young adults aged 18 to 30 now make up a large share of people who consult for hair loss. It is a time of big changes: finishing school, starting a career, relationships. Seeing your hair thin at that stage can weigh heavily on self-confidence. Consulting early gives you a clear picture and lets you build a plan before the loss progresses.
Hair loss treatment in Montreal: why consult early?
Noticing a widening part, a receding hairline or finer hair? A consultation helps you understand the cause and learn about the options suited to your situation. Every case is different: the treatment plan is always personalized, and results vary from person to person.
Book your free consultation online or call us at 514-439-7710.
Torn between several aesthetic treatments?
Choosing the right treatment can be complex. To help you better understand the different options available at Clinique M, we have written several articles explaining how certain treatments work, what they are for and how they differ. Explore them to learn more before your consultation.
FAQ
Androgenetic hair loss can appear as early as the late teens or early twenties. At Clinique M, 18- to 30-year-olds make up a large share of the people who consult.
In men, there is often a recession at the forehead and temples. In women, it is more often the part that widens. Only a medical assessment can confirm the cause and rule out other factors, such as stress, a deficiency or a medication.
Response to PRP varies from person to person, depending in part on platelet quality. This is one of the reasons a complete assessment comes before choosing a treatment.
They are tiny vesicles that carry molecules, such as peptides and growth factors. Their value depends mainly on what they contain.
At the first signs. The earlier treatment begins, the more follicles there are left to preserve.
