11 citations
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June 2017 in “British Dental Journal” Most UK dental schools don't teach non-surgical facial aesthetics, but dentists have a good knowledge base to provide these services.
The document recommends a multidisciplinary approach and experience sharing to advance facial feminization surgery as a medical field.
39 citations
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October 2018 in “Aesthetic surgery journal” Injectables can feminize or masculinize a transgender person's face, but more research is needed for best practices.
38 citations
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February 2016 in “Surgery Journal” Facial plastic surgery has evolved to focus on less invasive techniques and innovative technologies for cosmetic and reconstructive procedures.
25 citations
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November 2005 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” The article concludes that surgeons should tailor facial surgery techniques for Asian males to their unique cultural and anatomical needs.
21 citations
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December 2012 in “Maturitas” Testosterone implants in women require pharmacological dosing to be effective and are generally safe and well-tolerated.
17 citations
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February 2018 in “British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery” Forehead reduction and orbital contouring are important for satisfactory facial feminization in transgender females, with high satisfaction and low long-term problems.
14 citations
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March 2020 in “Journal of Medical Internet Research” PrEP implants are promising for HIV prevention if the number of implants needed is minimized.
14 citations
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November 2005 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” Men are an untapped market for facial cosmetic procedures, with a rise in nonsurgical treatments and potential for growth in older age groups.
13 citations
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May 2005 in “Seminars in Plastic Surgery” Follicular Cell Implantation might become a new treatment for hair loss and could lead to advances in organ regeneration.
11 citations
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May 2022 in “Journal of immunology research” Breast implants are linked to autoimmune symptoms, with over half of patients feeling better after removal, but the exact cause is unclear and may involve bacterial biofilm.
9 citations
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November 2008 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Artificial hair implantation is generally safe and can restore hair when other treatments fail, but some patients may experience side effects.
3 citations
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October 2019 in “Pharmaceutics” New technique implants pigment in scalp with less pain and damage.
2 citations
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January 2020 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that individualized Facial Feminization Surgery plans and comprehensive care are crucial for successful outcomes.
1 citations
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June 2024 in “Revista Colombiana de Endocrinología Diabetes & Metabolismo” The risks of testosterone implants in women outweigh the benefits.
January 2026 in “Avicenna Bulletin” Aligning hair implants with natural growth patterns improves hair transplant results.
October 2012 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Post-implantation erythema is a red skin condition after medical device implantation that sometimes goes away on its own.
131 citations
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September 2010 in “The Laryngoscope” Forehead modification greatly increases the perception of femininity and is a safe procedure.
38 citations
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February 2012 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Facial rejuvenation surgery has evolved to yield natural results with low complication rates, and more men and older patients are choosing this surgery.
33 citations
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May 2019 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Using hyaluronic acid fillers and laser together is generally safe and effective for facial rejuvenation, but careful planning is needed.
31 citations
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January 2019 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy can promote hair growth and improve facial aesthetics, including reducing acne scars and facial burns, and it works best with three initial monthly injections.
20 citations
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October 2018 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” PRP shows promise for improving facial wrinkles, skin elasticity, and hair growth, but more research is needed to standardize its use and understand its effects.
6 citations
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July 2018 in “JAMA facial plastic surgery” Injecting minced fat into the facial artery can cause severe eye problems and death, more so than other fat types, and larger amounts increase these risks.
3 citations
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January 2023 in “PloS one” Implanting hair-follicle stem cells in mice brains helped repair brain bleeding and reduced brain inflammation.
53 citations
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October 2018 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Google Trends data on facial cosmetic procedures matches actual surgery numbers, showing it can help plastic surgeons understand public interest.
34 citations
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March 2011 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Custom-designed implants effectively repaired skull damage in most soldiers injured in combat.
18 citations
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May 2017 in “Head & Neck” Free tissue transfer is highly effective for fixing exposed implants after skull surgery.
10 citations
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May 2007 in “Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry” Tattoo markers help place ear prostheses easily and improve acceptance.
2 citations
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November 2018 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Significant facial gender transformation requires surgery, not nonsurgical methods.
December 2025 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Biofibre ® 4.0 hair implants are safe and satisfy most patients with hair loss.