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Consultations offered at our two convenient locations in Florham Park, NJ and Somerville, NJ

Written by Dr. Isaac Starker Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon · Diplomate, American Board of Plastic Surgery

Nonsurgical Therapy For Hair Loss In New Jersey

Millions of men and women experience hair thinning and loss due to a variety of factors, such as hormonal changes, stress, heredity, medical conditions, and aging. There are many treatments designed to restore hair growth, but some are more reliable than others. Aside from surgical hair transplant procedures, there’s a minimally invasive nonsurgical method that’s also used for promoting healing and stimulating tissue growth on other areas of the body. For hair restoration, New Jersey’s The Peer Group recommends strategies for healing the follicles that hairs grow from on the scalp, addressing a condition called androgenetic alopecia (male or female pattern baldness).

Contents

1 What is Hair Restoration?
2 Procedure
3 Recovery
4 Results
5 Costs
6 Other Cosmetic Treatments Available

What is Hair Restoration?

Rejuvenating treatments that include growth factors and natural proteins have been used for years by doctors for healing injuries on other areas of the body—such as the tendons, muscles, and ligaments—and for improving the appearance of the skin. These treatments can also work for hair restoration, being optimal for candidates who have early mild to moderate hair loss caused by androgenic alopecia.

Procedure

There are several steps involved in a hair restoration treatment at The Peer Group, including creating the naturally regenerative injectable and administering it into the scalp. The entire process can be completed in only 15 to 20 minutes.

Recovery

Hair restoration treatments are usually well-tolerated, and there are minimal risks associated with them, because the injectable component is made with natural ingredients. Some mild side effects may occur, including discomfort at the injection site, tenderness on the scalp, swelling, headache, itching, and temporary bleeding in the area that is injected. There is no downtime necessary, and patients are free to go back to their normal activities right away.

Results

Results vary for each individual and depend on the general state of their health and how healthy their hair is. Patients will initially notice decreased hair shedding then eventually hair regrowth and longer hair strands. Patients may need several rounds of injections to maximize results. Maintenance appointments every year can preserve the hair regrowth benefits.

Costs

Treatments vary in price depending on where they are used, as well as the number of injections a patient requires. Most patients will need maintenance treatments every six months to a year, which will also affect the cost. Details relating to pricing can be discussed with you during your consultation.

Other Cosmetic Treatments Available

The Peer Group offers many cosmetic treatments, including options for enhancing the skin such as microdermabrasion, chemical peels, dermaplaning, and microneedling, along with facials. Dermal fillers and injectables are available for treating wrinkles. Neuromodulators are the most effective treatments for wrinkles that are linked to repeated facial expressions, while facial fillers add volume and lift.

About Dr. Isaac Starker

Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon · The Peer Group for Plastic Surgery

Board certification

American Board of Plastic Surgery (verify)

Education and training

Undergraduate: New York University, 1977, B.A
Medical School: New York University School of Medicine, June 1981, M.D
Residency: Montefiore Medical Center – Albert Einstein College of Medicine, July 1986 – June 1988, Plastic Surgery, Chief Resident, July 1987 – June 1988
Fellowship: The Roosevelt Hospital, Drs. J.W. Littler and R.G. Eaton, January 1989 – December 1989, Hand Surgery
MD, NYU School of Medicine
Plastic surgery training, Montefiore Medical Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Doctor of Medicine, New York University School of Medicine (1981)
Internship, General Surgery, The Roosevelt Hospital (1981–1982)
Residency, General Surgery, The Roosevelt Hospital, Chief Resident (1982–1986)

Hospital affiliations

Morristown Medical Center
Attending, Morristown Memorial Hospital, Morristown, NJ
Attending, St. Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston, NJ
Attending, St. Luke's/Roosevelt Emergency Department (1988–1989)

Memberships

American Medical Association
Medical Society of New Jersey
Morris County Medical Society
American College of Surgeons
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons
New York Regional Society of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeons
President, New Jersey Society of Plastic Surgeons (2005)
President of the medical staff, Morristown Memorial Hospital (2008-2009)
Board of Trustees, Atlantic Health System (2008-2010)
Chief, Plastic Surgery Section, Morristown Medical Center (most recently 2014 and 2015)
Served on his local Board of Health for many years
Lipoplasty Society of North America (1998–2000)
Leo M. Davidoff Society
Beta Lambda Sigma Honor Society
Caducean Premed Honor Society
Secretary/Treasurer, Morristown Memorial Hospital Medical Staff (2004–2005)
Vice President, Morristown Memorial Hospital Medical Staff (2006–2007)
Chairman, Atlantic Health Leadership Committee (2010)
Vice-Chairman, Department of Surgery, Morristown Medical Center (Dec. 2010 – present)
Section Chief, Plastic Surgery, Morristown Medical Center (2014–2016)
Member, Board of Health, Madison, NJ (1996–2007)
Member, Executive Committee, New Jersey Society of Plastic Surgeons (1998–2007)
President, New Jersey Society of Plastic Surgeons (2006–2007)
Trustee, Peer Foundation for Plastic Surgery and Rehabilitation (2005-present)

Awards

Castle Connolly Top Doctors, Women's Health, 2024
Top Doctors, Morris & Essex Magazine, 2025
Top Doctors 2024: Plastic Surgery, Castle Connolly
Top Doctor, NJ Monthly 2006-2019
Top Doctors, Millburn-Short Hills Magazine 2016
Castle Connolly Medical, Ltd., Top Docs NY Metro Area 2007-2012, 2016, 2019-2022
Castle Connolly, Regional Top Doctor 2012, 2013
NJ Savvy Living, 2006-2009
NJ Savvy Living, New Jersey’s Best Beauty Doctor, Feb. 2010 Issue, Jan. 2011 Issue
America’s Cosmetic Doctors, 1st Edition, 2004
Top Doctors, Inside Jersey, A Star Ledger Magazine, 2010-2018
Top Doctors for Women’s Health, Inside Jersey, A Star Ledger Magazine, 2015 and 2016
Top Doctors for Cancer, Inside Jersey, A Star Ledger Magazine, 2014-2016
Best Doctors, Inc., Best Doctors in America, Listed consecutively since 1996-2016
Consumers’ Research Council of America, Guide to America’s Top Plastic Surgeons, 2010-2012
Voted Best Cosmetic Surgeon, The Daily Record Reader’s Choice, 2009-2010
2013 Vitals Patient Choice Award
2014 Vitals Top 10 Doctor
NJ Top Docs
America’s Best Plastic Surgeons, Newsweek, 2024
Top Doc, New Jersey Monthly magazine (1996, 1998, 2006–2018)
Best Dr.'s In America, Northeast Region, Woodward/White (1996–1997)
Best Dr.'s in NY Metro Area, Castle/Connolly (1999–2021)
Best Doctors, Best Doctors, Inc. (2001–2014)
America's Cosmetic Doctors and Dentists Consumer Guide (2003, 2006)
Top Doctors, Inside Jersey magazine (2011–2021)
New Jersey Best Beauty Doctor, NJSavvy Living (February 2010)
Cum Laude, New York University
Founder's Day Award, New York University
Dean's List, New York University
Glover C. Arnold Award for excellence in Surgery, New York University School of Medicine
Certificate of Distinction as Outstanding House Officer, Leo M. Davidoff Society, Montefiore Medical Center

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