research Follicular Density and Ratios in Scarring and Nonscarring Alopecia
Nonscarring alopecia has higher hair density than scarring alopecia, and hair density can help diagnose the type of alopecia.
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research Donor site of follicular unit excision hair transplantation: the relationship between appearance and actual hair density, and hair diameter
Good-looking donor sites for hair transplants usually have higher hair density and thicker hair.
research Assessment of Efficacy of Platelet-Rich Plasma Augmentation in Follicular Unit Extraction in Hair Density Improvement: A Prospective Study
PRP significantly improves hair density and satisfaction in hair restoration.
research How to Avoid Overharvesting During Repeat Follicular Unit Excision Sessions by Calculating the Number and Density of Previously Excised Grafts
To prevent thinning in the donor area, harvest less than 50% of the original hair density in repeat hair transplants.
research A Comparison of Reticle Size to Determine Follicular Unit Density in Hair Restoration
Smaller reticle sizes are as accurate as the standard size for measuring hair density in hair restoration.
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community 29M Massive density loss in just 18 days while on Finasteride and Minoxidil for years. I’m desperate
A 29-year-old male experienced significant hair density loss in 18 days despite using Finasteride and Minoxidil consistently for years. He suspects the change in brands or other factors like shedding or androgenetic alopecia might be responsible and is seeking advice.
community Pelage PP405: New Hair Growth from Inactive Follicular Units - Phase 2a results at AAD 2026
PP405, a topical treatment, shows promise for hair growth by activating inactive follicles, with 66% of participants experiencing positive results. The treatment is well-tolerated and may proceed directly to Phase 3 trials, offering a potential alternative to minoxidil and finasteride.
community [Advice Needed] On 50mg Fin and 100mg oral Min daily, density isn’t as high as I’d like. Next steps?
Treatments for hair loss, such as minoxidil and finasteride; scalp micropigmentation; and humorous approaches to accepting baldness.
community Highly recommend buying a microscope (see pictures)
A user recommends using a microscope to assess hair density and track hair loss progress, finding it useful for evaluating treatment effectiveness, particularly with dutasteride and minoxidil. They advise against obsessing over hair loss and emphasize focusing on other meaningful life aspects.
community a new supplement just released
A dermatologist recommended a new supplement containing annurca apple, which reportedly doubles hair density and increases keratin after 60 days, to be used with finasteride. Some users are skeptical, considering it potentially ineffective or a marketing ploy, while others are open to trying it if it proves effective and affordable.
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