Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy Specialist

Kennesaw Gynecology

Aesthetics & Gynecology located in Kennesaw, GA

Your hormones play a critical role in both your physical and emotional health, but both men and women are living with imbalances that affect their quality of life. At Kennesaw Gynecology in Kennesaw, Georgia, Angel Paas, MD, relies on bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) to safely restore balance to your body and improve your overall health and well-being. To learn more about hormone deficiency and the advantages of BHRT, call the office today or schedule an appointment online.

Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy Q & A

What is bioidentical hormone replacement therapy?

Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) is a medical treatment for balancing your hormones. 

BHRT uses hormones derived from vegetables, like yams and soybeans, with the exact same chemical structure as those made by the human body. This molecular structure makes it easier for your body to absorb, as opposed to synthetic hormones. The synthetic hormones are 20 times stronger than BHRT and have higher risks of serious side effects, like headaches, weight gain, and heart disease.

The goal of BHRT is to provide a precise amount of hormones to restore the healthy balance of your body. 

What do hormones do?

You have several different kinds of hormones in your body, including testosterone, estrogen, and progesterone, that affect how your cells function.


Both men and women have testosterone, which is critical for your overall health and well-being. Testosterone is not only associated with libido and sexuality but also strength and stamina, your ability to heal, and your skin tone. It also protects you against cardiovascular disease, reduces your blood sugar, and enhances your mood.


Like testosterone, this essential hormone is found in the bodies of both men and women. Estrogen plays significant roles, protecting your brain from memory disorders like Alzheimer’s disease, and your body from problems, like osteoporosis, heart disease, and stroke. In women, estrogen also supports vaginal, sexual, urinary, and skin health as well as mood.  


In addition to testosterone and estrogen, women also have progesterone. This hormone helps protect against female reproductive issues, like fibrocystic breast disease, ovarian cysts, and uterine and breast cancers.

When the natural balance of these hormones is thrown off, both men and women can experience a variety of uncomfortable symptoms. 

What are the signs of hormone imbalance?

Low testosterone is a common problem in men 45 years of age and older. And the average woman has less than half of the testosterone at 40 that she had a 21. Not only does this hormone imbalance because a variety of uncomfortable symptoms in both sexes, but it also triggers menopausal symptoms in women.

Common signs of low testosterone include:

  • Diminished sense of well-being
  • Unexplained increases in body fat
  • Decreased muscle strength
  • Mood changes, like sadness, depression, anxiety, and irritability
  • Fatigue, insomnia, and burnout
  • Changes in memory and cognition
  • Excessive sweating or hot flashes
  • Decreased libido

Low levels of testosterone can also increase your chances of having elevated blood sugar, heart disease, osteoporosis, and certain cancers.

What can I expect from BHRT?

To determine if you’re a good candidate for BHRT, Dr. Paas discusses your symptoms with you and performs a comprehensive exam and blood work.

After diagnosing your imbalance, Dr. Paas numbs a small area over your buttocks and makes a tiny (2-3 millimeter) incision. Then she inserts your BHRT pellet deep in your fat so you won’t be able to feel it and covers the area with skin tape. This process is painless, and you return every 3-4 months for a fresh dose.

In most cases, you start seeing changes in your mood and sleeping habits within a few weeks. As your system returns to balance in the months to come, you can expect to see more significant changes, like increased muscle mass and decreased body fat. Depending on the extent of your hormonal imbalance, it can take up to a year or longer before you achieve optimal results.

BHRT treatments for women typically cost $500 per insertion every three months, and male treatments cost $1,000 per insertion every four months.

Call Kennesaw Gynecology or schedule an appointment online to see if BHRT is right for you.