Hair Services · Indiranagar & Bellandur

Anti-Dandruff Treatment in Bangalore

Flaking, itching and an oily scalp are symptoms with several possible causes — seborrhoeic dermatitis, fungal overgrowth, psoriasis and simple dryness all look similar and are treated differently. A doctor examines your scalp before anything is prescribed.

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Is this you?

I cannot wear dark clothes without flakes showing on my shoulders.

My scalp itches constantly and scratching only makes it worse.

Medicated shampoos work for a fortnight and then it comes straight back.

Treatment at a glance

First stepScalp examination with a doctor

Session timeAround 30 to 45 minutes for an in-clinic scalp session

Typical courseA short in-clinic course plus prescribed home care

DowntimeNone

Performed byUnder medical supervision

Consultation₹500, waived off against treatment

What it does for you

The cause is identified, not guessed

Seborrhoeic dermatitis, fungal overgrowth, scalp psoriasis and dryness produce similar flaking and need different treatment. Your doctor tells them apart before prescribing.

Prescription-strength rather than shelf-strength

Medicated shampoos and topical treatments are chosen and dosed by a doctor, instead of cycling through supermarket products until one appears to help.

The itch is treated alongside the flaking

Scratching damages the scalp and worsens the cycle, so calming irritation is treated as part of the plan and not as an afterthought.

In-clinic sessions plus home care

Clinic scalp treatments do the heavy work; the routine you follow at home between visits is what stops it returning.

A scalp fit for other hair treatment

An inflamed, flaking scalp limits what any hair fall treatment can achieve, so this is often the first step before regrowth therapies are started.

A plan for recurrence, not just for now

Dandruff tends to recur. You leave with a maintenance routine rather than only a course that ends.

How the treatment works

Scalp examination

Your doctor examines the scalp and hair and identifies what is actually causing the flaking and itching.

Diagnosis-led prescription

A medicated shampoo and topical routine is prescribed for that specific cause, with clear frequency instructions.

In-clinic scalp sessions

Where needed, clinic sessions combine cleansing, a medicated application and gentle removal of loose flakes.

Review and maintenance

The scalp is reassessed once the flare has settled and the routine is stepped down to a maintenance plan to keep it from returning.

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Questions patients ask

Why does my dandruff keep coming back?

Most dandruff is a chronic, relapsing condition rather than a one-off infection. Treatment settles a flare, and a maintenance routine is what keeps it settled. Stopping everything the moment the flaking clears is the most common reason it returns.

Is dandruff causing my hair fall?

Persistent scalp inflammation and heavy scratching can contribute to shedding, and an inflamed scalp limits what regrowth treatments can do. That said, hair fall usually has its own separate cause, which your doctor will assess rather than assume.

How is this different from a medicated shampoo I can buy?

A doctor identifies which cause you actually have and prescribes an active ingredient, strength and frequency for it. Over-the-counter shampoos cover a general case, which is why they often help briefly and then stop working.

How soon will it improve?

Itching often eases first, within the first week or two. Visible flaking usually takes a few weeks to settle. Your doctor reviews the scalp and adjusts the routine rather than leaving you on the same regimen indefinitely.

Is the in-clinic treatment painful?

No. It is a topical scalp treatment, not an injectable one. An actively inflamed or scratched scalp can feel tender during cleansing; tell your doctor and the approach is adjusted.

Can I still colour or style my hair?

Usually, once the scalp has settled. During an active flare it is better to wait, and your doctor will tell you when it is reasonable to resume.

Is it contagious?

No. Common dandruff is not passed from person to person. It is a reaction of your own scalp, which is why treatment is aimed at your scalp rather than at avoiding contact.

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