Dermatology for Beautiful Hair & Nails
Restore Confidence from Root to Tip
At Georgia Skin Specialists in Atlanta, we go beyond surface-level solutions. Our board-certified dermatologists diagnose and treat the root causes of hair loss, brittle nails and other skin concerns, helping you look and feel your best inside and out.
Losing Hair or Struggling with Nail Changes? We Can Help.
The health of your hair and nails can be an important indicator of the health of your whole body. Hair loss, brittle nails, and uncomfortable skin conditions can also cause significant distress and embarrassment. If you are experiencing any trouble with your hair, nails, or skin, it’s important to visit your Atlanta dermatologist about it.
Dermatologist hair loss treatments can provide relief and a better outlook on life. We can diagnose and treat troubling hair and nail conditions and help you find out why you may be experiencing them, so that any systemic health conditions can also be treated for an overall healthier body and mind. Here at Georgia Skin Specialists, we treat all of the following hair, nail, and skin problems and more.
Hair Loss
An average, a healthy person may lose between 50 to 200 hairs each day through natural hair follicle cycles of growth and regeneration. However, if you notice that you lose more hair than seems normal for you, or that you have developed unusual thinning or bald spots, it’s time to see a dermatologist for further evaluation and treatment.
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Some hair loss conditions we treat include the following:
Hair Loss Conditions We Treat
Noticing more hair in your brush lately?
You may be experiencing Telogen Effluvium, a common but often temporary form of hair loss triggered by stress, hormonal changes or other health factors.
This condition is characterized by hair loss from the top of the scalp (usually temporary) that occurs because of trauma, shock, or stress that interrupts the hair follicle growth cycle mentioned previously. Anagen slows down significantly and many hair follicles enter the resting phase (telogen), meaning that hair loss increases. In addition to extreme stress, telogen effluvium may also be caused by poor nutrition (especially a lack of B-vitamins, iron, zinc and protein), sudden weight loss, hormonal changes associated with pregnancy, childbirth and menopause, metal toxicity, certain medications and autoimmune disorders impacting the thyroid gland. Effectively treating Telogen Effluvium involves diagnosing and treating the underlying causes so that the hair follicles can return to their normal growth cycle.
Struggling with male or female-pattern hair loss?
At Georgia Skin Specialists, our dermatologists diagnose and treat Androgenetic Alopecia in both men and women using advanced, personalized therapies.
Although Androgenetic Alopecia is also commonly referred to as “male-pattern baldness”, it is a common form of hormone-induced hair loss for both men and women. Men typically have the receding hairline and thinning at the top of the crown. Women with Androgenetic Alopecia experience thinning hair more pronounced in the midline. Some women who have this condition may also have an increased tendency toward polycystic ovary syndrome or PCOS, which may also lead to symptoms such as acne, irregular periods, weight gain and hair growing in unwanted areas.
Is patchy hair loss affecting your confidence?
You may be experiencing Alopecia Areata, an autoimmune condition where the body mistakenly attacks its own hair follicles, but effective treatments are available.
Alopecia Areata is an autoimmune condition in which the immune system attacks the hair follicles resulting in hair loss. Although hair loss with this condition can come anywhere on the body, it’s most commonly noticed on the SCALP and face. Alopecia Areata ranges from circular patchy areas of hair loss to more generalized loss that impacts the entire body. The providers at Georgia Skin Specialists are excited to offer cutting edge treatments to help you get your Alopecia Areata under control.
Is hair loss spreading outward from the top of your scalp?
This pattern may indicate Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia (CCCA), a type of scarring alopecia that requires early, specialized care to prevent further hair loss and scalp discomfort.
CCCA starts as a radiating hair loss from the crown of the head, rotating out in a circular pattern. Unfortunately, CCCA leads to permanent hair loss due to damage to the hair follicles. The key to handling CCCA is early detection, which can help slow the progression of this disease. The hair loss at the crown of the head is often accompanied by tingling, burning, pain, or itching, but not always. Our dermatologist will take a biopsy to detect follicle scarring. Anti-inflammatory medications and topical applications can reduce this inflammation and hair loss, as well as gentle hair grooming practices.
Struggling with unwanted facial or body hair?
You may be experiencing Hirsutism, a common condition in women caused by hormonal imbalances or underlying health issues, and our Atlanta dermatologists can help identify the cause and provide effective treatment options.
Hirsutism is excessive, unwanted hair growth in women in areas where men normally grow more hair, such as the chest, back and face. Stiff, dark body hair may appear in these areas in women due to an increase in androgens (male hormones), which can be a sign of hormonal imbalances and conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome, Cushing syndrome (from excess levels of the stress hormone cortisol) or congenital adrenal hyperplasia (a genetic condition of the adrenal glands). Some medications can cause excess, unwanted hair growth in women, and in rare cases, tumors of the adrenal glands or ovaries may cause Hirsutism as well.
Nail Conditions
Nail conditions can develop for many reasons including diet, physical trauma, infections, inflammatory skin diseases or even benign and cancerous growths. You may notice changes in the color, shape, thickness or texture of your nails, or experience pain, brittleness, or separation from the nail bed.
Because nail changes can sometimes signal underlying health concerns such as thyroid disease, anemia or autoimmune disorders, it’s important to have them evaluated by a dermatologist.
At Georgia Skin Specialists in Atlanta, our providers have the expertise to diagnose and treat a full range of nail disorders, from fungal infections and psoriasis to brittle nails and nail dystrophies. We use advanced diagnostic tools and personalized treatment plans to restore nail health and address any underlying causes.
Dermatologist Treatments for Hair and Skin Conditions
At Georgia Skin Specialists in Atlanta, we have a team of experienced, caring dermatologists and expert staff who can accurately diagnose, treat and help provide relief from various skin, hair and nail conditions. Don’t continue to suffer, especially when these conditions may indicate a more serious, underlying cause.
