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research The Density Issue in Hair Transplantation

32 citations , September 1997 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

Mini-micrografting in hair transplants can give similar density to older methods with fewer sessions.

research Correction of the Cornrow Transplant and Other Common Problems in Surgical Hair Restoration

6 citations , April 2000 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery”

The document suggests fixing bad hair transplants by removing large hair plugs and replacing them with smaller ones, considering the natural progression of hair loss, and emphasizing the need for ethical judgment in hair transplantation.

Hair Restoration: Understanding Alopecia and Modern Techniques

research Hair Restoration

October 2020 in “Springer eBooks”

Hair restoration has evolved to use follicular units for more natural results, moving away from older methods like large plug grafts and scalp reductions.

research Commentary

February 2007 in “Facial Plastic Surgery”

Dr. Sheldon S. Kabaker acknowledges the progress in hair restoration surgery and the shift towards natural results, stressing the need for patient education and future advancements.

research Correction of the Cornrow Transplant and Other Common Problems in Surgical Hair Restoration

4 citations , April 2000 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery”

The document suggests fixing common hair transplant issues by combining artistic principles with plug reduction, recycling, and additional micrograft transplantation, while also potentially using arnica to help with post-operative swelling.

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community Fear of transplants because of 'the old plugs' of yesteryear.

in Transplants 23 upvotes 7 years ago

Hair transplants have improved significantly from the old "plug" method, which left unnatural results. Modern techniques by skilled doctors can achieve natural-looking hairlines.

community M26 - 9 months after hair transplant! AMA

in Transplants 622 upvotes 6 years ago

A user who underwent a hair transplant in Istanbul to reduce balding, and the discussion of various treatments such as finasteride and growth hormone for preventing further hair loss.

community 22 years since the last major development

in Technology 50 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation discusses the lack of significant advancements in hair loss treatments since the introduction of finasteride 22 years ago, with many expressing frustration over the failure of new projects and skepticism about future developments. Some users mention hair transplants and other potential alternatives like Alfatradiol and Fluridil, but acknowledge finasteride's dominance in the market due to its effectiveness and affordability.

community Should I get transplant #4 or just shave my head?

in Transplants 171 upvotes 2 years ago

A 36-year-old considering a fourth hair transplant is advised to either shave his head or use a hair system due to poor results from previous transplants and late medication use. He plans to consult top surgeons and adjust his current treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil.

community No side effects on pyrilutamide / KX-826 so far

in Research/Science 207 upvotes 4 years ago

User TopBack56 and friends tried pyrilutamide (KX-826) for hair loss without experiencing negative side effects. They observed fine vellus hairs but no thick hair growth yet, and plan to add GT20029 to their regime after safety trials.

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