Hair Club

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nearly 50 million men in the United States, says the American Academy of Dermatology. Approximately 20 percent of the white male population experiences hair loss in their 20s. That percentage rate increases by 10 points for every decade. Other authoritative sources say that 3 in 5 men will be affected by male pattern baldness by the time they reach their 50s.The psychological impact of male pattern baldness can cause serious damage to a man's self esteem and confidence. There is a societal pressure to have a full head of hair. Many studies show that there are psychosocial ramifications when one has hair loss, says Amy McMichael, M.D., associate professor of dermatology at the Wake Forest University School of Medicine The reason has to do as much with a young man's perception of his own well-being as with his self-esteem or vanity. It also has to do with stereotyping — a young man with a mop of hair is often seen as fitter, more attractive and desirable than one whose hair is going or gone, Dr. McMichael says. Certainly, hair is looked at as a measure of health, a measure of success and youth in our society, Dr. McMichael says. One solution to combat this problem is a toupee. What is A Toupee ? you ask.
Well, a toupee, commonly known as a hairpiece or hair replacement system that is a custom made and fitted replacement unit meant to cover up male pattern baldness. Wearing a custom toupee does not require any surgical procedures and...