Are hair pieces effective at covering hair loss and balding?

A slightly more old-fashioned attempt involves the use of hair pieces to cover bald spots. These too can be quite expensive and unhealthy, usually contributing to hair loss and speeding it up. The bald patch soon outgrows the hair piece and a new one has to be stitched onto your scalp. Synthetic hairpieces have been banned by the FDA for health reasons. Some opt for hair extensions or braids that are attached to existing hair, thought this is only realistic in the early stages of balding.