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March 2023 in “Bioengineering” Barbed sutures improve surgical outcomes and efficiency but are limited by cost and strength issues.
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January 2019 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Dermatologists are important in helping transgender people with skin issues and physical changes during their transition.
18 citations
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April 2021 in “PLOS ONE” The review concluded that reporting on PRP therapy is often incomplete, leading to uncertainty about its effectiveness.
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August 2017 in “PLOS ONE” Skin and its underlying fat layer act together to resist mechanical stress, and reinforcing this composite structure may help more with anti-aging than just strengthening the skin alone.
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March 2024 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Natural compounds and biomimetic engineering can improve wound healing by enhancing fibroblast activity.
6 citations
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January 2024 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum” Venture capital significantly boosts innovation and growth in plastic surgery.
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July 2018 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery” Following recommended practices can make gluteal fat transplantation safer.
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January 2020 in “Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery” Caffeine may benefit skin and hair health but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness in dermatology.
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October 2023 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open” Cosmetic surgery is increasing in Japan, and better databases are needed.
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June 2024 in “Plastic Surgery” There is unequal access to gender-affirming surgeries in Canada, with a need for better coverage and specialized programs.
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August 2025 GLP-1 receptor agonists can help skin conditions but may cause hair loss and other skin issues.
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July 2025 in “The Open Dermatology Journal” Tissue engineering in cosmetics offers safer, more effective products and ethical alternatives to animal testing.
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August 2019 in “IntechOpen eBooks” Mesotherapy might be a useful addition to dental surgery to reduce drug use and side effects, but more research is needed.
March 2026 in “IntechOpen eBooks” The laser system can safely improve recovery and quality of life for cervical cancer patients after surgery.
January 2026 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Robotic technology in plastic surgery shows promise but needs more research and cost reduction for wider use.
November 2025 in “Photochemistry and Photobiology” Standardizing light therapy methods could improve spinal cord injury treatment.
April 2024 in “Medicina Estética Revista Científica de la Sociedad Española de Medicina Estética (SEME)” Mesotherapy can be beneficial but has risks if misused.
Adding a zygomaticotemporal nerve block reduces pain more effectively during hair regrowth treatments.
Aesthetic rehabilitation techniques can improve life quality and wellbeing for disabled patients.
March 2024 in “Cosmoderma” Botulinum toxin is used for neck, shoulder, calf, and ankle slimming, and hair loss treatment, but can cause muscle weakness and atrophy with regular use.
January 2023 in “Springer eBooks” Using one's own blood platelets and fat can improve facial and hair appearance without surgery.
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March 2025 in “International Journal of Trichology” Dermatologists should address discrimination and consider ethnic and gender differences in treatments.
86 citations
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January 2021 in “Gland Surgery” Breast implants are generally safe, but textured implants may rarely cause lymphoma.
20 citations
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March 2015 in “Archives of Plastic Surgery” Facelifts for Asians are challenging due to thicker, heavier skin.
19 citations
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October 2023 in “Bioengineering” tSVF is effective for treating inflammation-related conditions, with centrifugation being the best method for isolation.
19 citations
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August 2018 in “Clinics in plastic surgery” The conclusion is that certain surgeries can help people with gender dysphoria look more like their true gender and feel better.
8 citations
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June 2023 in “Journal of clinical medicine” Nanofat shows promise for facial rejuvenation and treating skin issues but needs more research for long-term safety.
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September 2021 in “Southern African Journal of Hiv Medicine” The guideline provides healthcare professionals in South Africa with instructions for comprehensive, multidisciplinary gender-affirming care, including HIV prevention and treatment for transgender and gender diverse individuals.
4 citations
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October 2022 in “Aesthetic surgery journal” Injecting hyaluronidase into the artery is effective for treating skin death and hair loss caused by hyaluronic acid fillers.