Hormone Health
Hormonal imbalance, often tied to perimenopause and menopause, but not limited to it, can affect energy, mood, weight, sleep, and libido. The Falcone Center offers bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) using the BioTE Method, a pellet-based delivery system designed to keep hormone levels steady throughout the day rather than producing the peaks and dips common with oral medications, patches, or creams.
How BioTE Pellet Therapy Works
BioTE uses bioidentical hormones, molecularly identical to the hormones your body naturally produces, compounded into pellets about the size of a grain of rice. During a quick in-office procedure, the insertion site (typically the upper buttock or hip) is numbed, a small incision is made, and the pellet is placed just under the skin. From there, it releases a steady stream of hormone as your body needs it, and gradually dissolves over time.
What to Expect
The process starts with a comprehensive consultation and lab work to confirm candidacy and identify your specific imbalances. Most patients need pellet re-insertion roughly every 3–6 months. Some patients notice symptom relief within a few weeks, though full hormone optimization can take up to six months, and many report the most benefit after their second insertion.
Is BHRT Right for You?
Common candidates include patients experiencing hot flashes, night sweats, mood changes, low libido, fatigue, or weight changes related to hormonal shifts, as well as patients who’ve tried other forms of hormone therapy (oral, patch, cream) without adequate relief. Dr. Falcone will review your symptoms, medical history, and goals to determine candidacy and build a personalized plan, whether that means bioidentical pellets or another form of hormone therapy. See related: Menopause Makeover →
Good to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between BHRT and traditional hormone replacement therapy?
Bioidentical hormones are molecularly identical to what your body naturally produces, which may reduce certain side effects compared to synthetic hormone formulations. Dr. Falcone will help determine which approach fits your health profile.
How often do I need pellet re-insertion?
Typically every 3–6 months, depending on individual metabolism and hormone needs.
How soon will I feel results?
Some patients notice relief within a few weeks, but full optimization can take up to six months, with many reporting the most benefit after the second insertion.
Do I need lab work before starting?
Yes. Candidacy is determined through a comprehensive consultation and lab testing to identify your specific hormonal imbalances.
Schedule a Consultation
Every plan at The Falcone Center starts with Dr. Falcone herself, not a consultant. Book a consultation online or call the office to talk through your goals.