08/29/2026
When it comes to hair loss, more testing is not always better. The right testing is what matters.
Sometimes a Hair & Scalp Evaluation gives me a clear enough picture that we know how to move forward. Other times, what I see makes me want more information before recommending a plan.
The photo I’m sharing with this post is a great example of why testing can matter. This client had already been using topical minoxidil but wasn’t seeing the success she had hoped for. Her testing gave us additional information that helped explain why minoxidil may not have been the best option for her.
Imagine continuing to use the same treatment month after month and simply assuming you need to give it more time.
This is the type of information that keeps us from guessing. It allows us to make more informed decisions and create a plan that is more likely to give that individual client the best opportunity for optimal results.
Depending on what I find during an evaluation, I may recommend blood work, DNA Hair Testing, Epigenetic Hair Testing, or additional medical evaluation. I also use Tricho Scan imaging and polarized microscopy to look closely at what is happening with the hair and scalp.
None of these tools gives us every answer on its own. They are pieces of a much bigger picture that includes your health history, timeline, scalp health, clinical findings, and goals.
I don’t believe everyone needs every test, just like I don’t believe everyone needs the same treatment. If I recommend additional testing, there should be a reason for it and an understanding of how that information could help us make better decisions.
If you’re in Suwanee, Georgia and looking for answers about hair loss, thinning, or excessive shedding, Root Revival Hair Restoration is located nearby in Cu***ng.
Assess and test, not guess.
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