45 citations
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September 2018 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” PRP shows promise for hair loss treatment, with three initial monthly injections and maintenance every 3-6 months.
18 citations
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January 2013 in “International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery” Proper cell preservation is crucial for successful hair transplants and other medical treatments.
40 citations
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December 2006 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Minoxidil helps hair regrowth in traction alopecia.
November 2015 in “Springer eBooks” Hair loss treated with minoxidil, finasteride, laser/light, hair transplant, and scalp prostheses; more research needed for skin of color.
6 citations
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April 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” Treating the temple area carefully with combined methods improves facial youthfulness.
19 citations
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September 2014 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Minoxidil foam 5% effectively treats hair loss in both frontal and vertex scalp regions.
15 citations
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March 1981 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Fiber implantation for pattern baldness was largely unsuccessful with many complications and is not recommended.
117 citations
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March 2013 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” No effective treatment for frontal fibrosing alopecia was found, but oral 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors had the best response; for lichen planopilaris, topical corticosteroids were commonly used but had a high relapse rate.
January 2011 in “Der Pharmacia Lettre” Pig oil was found to significantly promote hair growth in rats, more effectively than Minoxidil.
13 citations
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November 2018 in “Annals of Plastic Surgery” Nonshaven follicular unit extraction is a good hair transplant option that doesn't require shaving and can transplant up to 3000 grafts daily.
3 citations
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April 2017 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Laser hair removal can be an effective last-resort treatment for men with stubborn Alopecia Areata who want to be uniformly bald.
30 citations
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October 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” The document concludes that hair transplantation is recommended for those not helped by medical treatments, but warns that high-density transplants may lower hair survival rates.
8 citations
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October 2017 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Men need higher doses and tailored injection techniques for botulinum toxin treatments due to their unique facial features.
5 citations
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August 2011 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Artificial dermis used for hair transplantation can reconstruct scalp defects effectively without the need for tissue expansion.
1 citations
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February 2021 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Artificial hair implants can quickly improve looks and life quality, but they have risks like infection and early fiber loss, so more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
August 2001 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The KNU implanter for hair transplants showed a high survival rate of 90%+ for transplanted hairs after 6 months, with benefits like natural hair direction and fewer scars.
January 2012 in “Current Therapy In Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” Endoscopic forehead and brow lifting safely and consistently improves aged eyebrows, but may have complications.
46 citations
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May 1986 in “Seminars in Reproductive Medicine” Testosterone and dihydrotestosterone affect hair growth, and new techniques like the folliculogram help study it, but fully understanding hair growth is still complex.
8 citations
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June 2011 in “Nature Biotechnology” Stem cell treatments can potentially treat baldness, with one trial showing hair growth after injecting a hair-stimulating complex, and no safety issues were reported.
4 citations
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August 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), a protein-rich extract from a patient's blood, shows promise in improving hair density, thickness, and quality, but the best method of use and number of treatments needed for noticeable results are still unclear.
1 citations
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December 2014 Some drugs have gained approval for new uses, while others like tricyclic antidepressants and aspirin show promise but aren't yet approved for these uses.
March 2026 in “Berkala Ilmu Kesehatan Kulit dan Kelamin” Wearing headscarves does not cause hair loss.
Korean patients with androgenetic alopecia may have a higher risk of heart-related health issues and could benefit from early heart screening and healthier lifestyles.
6 citations
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August 2020 in “Clinical case reports” Isotretinoin was not effective in treating facial lichen planopilaris.
4 citations
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April 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” High uric acid levels link to male pattern baldness, especially in young men.
21 citations
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October 2008 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” Hair transplantation surgery has improved, giving more natural results, and success depends on a skilled team and proper technique.
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.
30 citations
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July 2017 in “Stem cells and cloning” SVF-enhanced adipose transplantation shows potential as a hair loss treatment.
28 citations
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March 1987 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Minoxidil may help hair growth after transplant surgery.
17 citations
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May 2013 in “Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics of North America” The document concludes that careful surgical methods and choosing the right materials are key for successful scalp, skull, and frontal sinus reconstruction.