14 citations
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July 2009 in “Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery” Hair restoration techniques like follicular unit transplant surgery and follicular unit extraction are effective, with ideal graft placement density between 20-30 units per cm². Medications like Minoxidil and Finasteride can help maintain and regrow hair.
10 citations
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December 1997 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Hair restoration surgery has improved with better techniques for natural looks and managing patient expectations, but it remains labor-intensive and requires careful consideration of potential complications.
Understanding hair follicle structure and techniques improves hair restoration outcomes.
10 citations
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July 2017 in “Archives of Plastic Surgery” Hair thickness decreases from the upper to lower areas of the back of the head, affecting hair transplant results.
December 2023 in “Journal of Korean Society of Beauty Cultral Arts” Scalp massages and medical treatments for hair loss are more satisfying than folk remedies.
April 2023 in “Dermatologica Sinica” Sex hormones affect hair growth and loss, and treatments for related hair diseases include various medications, hair transplantation, and light therapy.
1 citations
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May 2021 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Long hair follicular unit excision is effective for hair transplants, providing quick, natural-looking results with less pain but needs more time, staff, and skill.
1 citations
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January 2012 in “International Journal of Trichology” Hair India 2012 was a successful international event focused on combating fake trichology practices and discussing various hair health topics.
Follicular unit grafting is a procedure used to treat hair loss, where small hair grafts are placed into the scalp, with future treatments likely to involve smaller incisions and cell-based therapies.
Low-level light therapy may reduce hair loss and improve hair quality but it's unclear who benefits most.
January 2018 in “Clinical approaches and procedures in cosmetic dermatology” Low-Level Laser Therapy might be an effective alternative hair loss treatment for some people.
42 citations
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August 2013 in “International Journal of Women's Health” Female pattern hair loss is caused by multiple factors and while treatments like topical minoxidil, hormone therapy, and low-level light therapy can help, none can fully cure it.
9 citations
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April 2017 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Different areas of the scalp have varying hair thickness, useful for different types of hair transplant needs.
1 citations
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January 2014 in “Annals of Dermatology” Korean people prefer M-shaped hairlines and lower foreheads, with no major differences across various demographics.
105 citations
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April 2004 in “Dermatologic Therapy” The document concludes that proper diagnosis and a combination of medical, hair-care, and surgical treatments are important for managing alopecia in black women.
18 citations
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March 2022 in “Drug design, development and therapy” Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) may help with various hair loss types, but more research is needed to find the best use method.
4 citations
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November 2020 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” Scalp Micropigmentation is an effective and safe option for hair restoration and camouflaging scalp scars.
3 citations
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August 2013 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)” Hair loss treatments for women are limited, with hair transplants being the only permanent option.
2 citations
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January 2014 in “Archives of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” The procedure effectively created natural-looking hairlines and improved facial balance in female patients.
2 citations
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November 2012 in “European Journal of Dermatology” Hair transplant surgery may cause alopecia areata, a new possible complication.
January 2017 in “Springer eBooks” Over 40% of postmenopausal women experience hair loss, with treatments aiming to stop further loss and possibly thicken hair.
May 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” New understanding and treatments for hair loss are improving, but more research is needed.
January 2017 in “Clinical approaches and procedures in cosmetic dermatology” Low-Level Laser Therapy might be a good alternative for hair loss when other treatments fail, but its effectiveness varies and more research is needed.
85 citations
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March 2002 in “Body & Society” The document concludes that cosmetic surgery is still mainly a practice for women and the gender gap in this field is expected to continue.
5 citations
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July 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The book is a useful, illustrated guide for beginners in hair transplantation, but may be too basic for experienced surgeons.
1 citations
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April 2019 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Secondary hairline correction surgery can be effective and satisfying when customized to the patient's needs.
A hair transplant using hair from the back of the head and pubic area was successful in creating a feminine hairline for a male-to-female transgender person.
January 2013 in “Hair transplant forum international” Both surgical hairline advancement and follicular unit transplantation effectively lower the female hairline, but they differ in speed, scarring, and naturalness of results.
July 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The book "Hair Restoration: Micrografts and Flaps" is a useful guide for beginners in hair transplantation, covering techniques, postoperative care, and various types of alopecia.
58 citations
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April 2009 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Most women have a widow's peak and specific hairline features useful for designing hair restoration surgery.