Bioidentical hormones are chemically identical versions of hormones naturally produced by the human body. As we age, hormone levels can become deficient leading to undesirable symptoms. Replacing deficient hormones with bioidentical versions helps restore optimal balance.
At Optimal Hormone Health Center our specialized practitioners use bioidentical hormones to safely and effectively treat hormone imbalance issues in both men and women. We create customized treatment plans to alleviate deficiency symptoms and help patients feel healthy, energetic and vital again.
Declining hormone levels affect people differently, however some common symptoms may indicate potential deficiencies:
Prompt diagnosis and treatment can prevent symptoms from worsening over time. Our experienced practitioners evaluate hormone levels and customize treatment plans to address deficiencies.
Replacing deficient hormones at optimal levels provides many benefits:
Balancing hormones can help patients feel healthy, energetic and revitalized again.
Optimal Hormone Health Center uses high quality FDA-approved bioidentical hormones from specialized compounding pharmacies to customize effective treatment plans.
Hormones commonly used include:
The most important sex hormone for men required to maintain optimal health and vitality. Testosterone levels peak in early adulthood then gradually decline approximately 1% per year. Low testosterone (low T) has widespread symptoms that can significantly impact quality of life.
Replacing testosterone at proper levels can reverse many undesirable effects of male aging. It is available in several forms allowing treatment plans to be tailored to each patient's needs.
The primary female sex hormone essential for sexual development and functioning. Estrogen levels fluctuate throughout a woman's lifetime reaching very low levels after menopause leading to problematic symptoms like hot flashes, vaginal dryness, sleep issues, and emotional changes.
Estrogen therapy can effectively treat common menopausal problems allowing women to feel like themselves again. Available types include oral pills, topical gels, patches and vaginal inserts.
Levels of hormones like progesterone in women and DHEA/melatonin in both sexes also decline with age and may require replacement. Our practitioners test levels of all key hormones to identify deficiencies.
While aging reduces hormones, factors like chronic illness, medications or surgeries can also contribute to hormone depletion and associated symptoms at any age. Treatment aims to return levels to optimal ranges based on lab testing and patient factors.
Bioidentical hormones are not necessarily safer or more effective than synthetic hormones for menopausal symptoms. Although marketed as "natural," the body processes bioidentical estradiol the same as synthetic estradiol. More research is needed on the long-term risks and benefits of bioidentical hormones.
Beginning bioidentical therapy typically involves:
Patients meet with a specialized practitioner to review their health history and symptoms. Medical conditions, medications and lifestyle factors are considered to assess hormone status. Any necessary initial testing can be ordered and analyzed to help create a customized treatment plan.
At a follow-up appointment, test results are evaluated to confirm any deficient hormones. If low levels are identified, bioidentical replacements will be prescribed targeting optimal ranges. Available forms of hormones like gels, creams, patches, pellets or injections allow treatments to match each patient's needs and preferences.
Patients return periodically for lab work and follow-up evaluations to ensure hormone levels are properly maintained within target ranges for ideal functioning and symptom relief. Doses may be adjusted over time based on objective hormone measures and feedback on symptom improvements.
Most patients report significant benefits within the first months of balanced hormone levels including increased energy, less pain, enhanced mental clarity, improved sexual health and an overall greater sense of wellbeing.
Alongside bioidentical replacement, we provide lifestyle recommendations to support treatment success:
Sherwood residents have many local resources to assist with lifestyle goals during therapy like organic grocers and farmers markets, parks/trails, boutique fitness studios offering personalized training, and community education classes on nutrition, mindfulness practices and more. Taking advantage of area resources can help patients achieve maximum benefits from treatment.
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle while undergoing bioidentical hormone replacement can lead to profound improvements in symptoms, functioning and overall vitality. Our specialized practitioners develop comprehensive plans including diet, exercise and stress reduction guidance alongside balancing hormone levels.
Optimal Hormone Health Center practitioners have extensive advanced training and expertise in anti-aging medicine, bioidentical hormone therapies and customized treatment planning. We stay current on the latest medical research to provide scientifically-based care.
What sets our clinic apart:
Our goal is to help patients live their healthiest and most vibrant lives at any age. We look forward to being your partner in personalized care.
Schedule a consultation where we’ll perform an initial evaluation, order key lab testing and develop a customized therapy plan targeting your specific hormone deficiencies and symptoms.
Most patients report significant improvements within 1-2 months of starting properly balanced replacement therapy. Benefits continue building over the first year with optimized hormone levels.
When practiced by specialized providers using high quality hormones within proven treatment protocols, bioidentical therapy has an excellent safety profile for both men and women. We tailor doses based on extensive lab testing and clinical monitoring to ensure patient safety remains the top priority.
Coverage varies based on specific plan benefits. We provide patients with detailed invoices for all services to simplify filing claims.
