Q. What is Trichology?
A. Trichology is the science of the structure, function and diseases of the human hair and scalp. Trichologists diagnose disorders of the hair and scalp including thinning hair, hair loss, scalp disorders and hair texture problems. Trichologists may treat or refer patients depending on diagnosis, with follow up appointments where necessary.
Q. What problems do you address?
A. Any problem related to hair or scalp, whether it be minor or major, short or long-term, including:
Male Hair Loss / Female Hair Loss / Thinning Hair/ Damaged hair
All scalp problems of all ethnic groups such as flaking, inflammation, psoriasis
We also undertake Blood Test Analysis to help reach a diagnosis
Q. What treatments are used?
A. We can advise on, recommend or undertake many types of treatment. These can range from over-the-counter hair products to specialist hair and scalp treatments or even prescribed treatments. Referrals to other specialists such as some of the UK’s top hair transplant surgeons can also be made.
Q. Why use Aberdeen Hair and Scalp Clinic?
A. It is the only one of its kind in the North East of Scotland. There are only a handful of qualified Trichologists practising in Scotland and AHSC is the only one north of Edinburgh and Glasgow.
Jacqueline Davidson, the owner, is a member of the Institute of Trichologists, and is bound by their strict Code of Ethics and Professional Practice.
Her hairdressing background means that she understands the overlap between the cosmetic and medical fields and her sympathetic approach makes clients feel at ease during consultations.