16 citations
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February 2007 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Keratinocytes show more TGF-β system activity and collagen production as they age, which might affect wound scarring.
2 citations
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June 1997 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” Scalp camouflage is important for patients to feel confident after hair surgery and can also help those with early hair loss.
4 citations
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October 2024 in “Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine”
January 2022 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Research” Choose the simplest, most fitting scalp reconstruction method for each patient's unique needs.
1 citations
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October 2022 in “Hair Transplantation” Surgical correction of cicatricial alopecia requires careful planning, with excision preferred over hair transplantation, and surgery should be delayed for stable conditions.
11 citations
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January 2022 in “Journal of Healthcare Engineering” The combined treatment is more effective and safer for improving sunken acne scars.
February 2019 in “International journal of research in dermatology” The combined treatments were highly effective for improving atrophic acne scars.
24 citations
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August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” SMP is a medical tattoo for hair loss, improving appearance and camouflaging scars, but requires skill and has limitations.
37 citations
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January 1989 in “British Journal of Plastic Surgery” Leaving non-absorbable sutures in for 6 months reduces scar stretching and width.
1 citations
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March 2024 in “Pediatric Dermatology” Neonatal nasal injuries can heal with basic care but often leave scars.
July 2025 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Improving education, insurance, and support can help scarring alopecia patients access better care.
1 citations
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January 2021 in “Dermatology Review” A young man developed a rare, bilateral scalp condition after head trauma, causing hair loss but no neurological or eye issues.
41 citations
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August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” FUE provides minimal scarring and quick recovery in hair transplantation, and surgeons not using it may lag in technology.
62 citations
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March 2015 in “PLOS ONE” Pre-seeding scaffolds with fibroblasts improves skin wound healing.
April 2023 in “The Egyptian Journal of Hospital Medicine” Injecting platelet-rich plasma is a safe and effective way to improve different types of post-burn scars.
6 citations
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July 2017 in “Clinics in Plastic Surgery” The document concludes that individualized reconstruction plans are essential for improving function and appearance after head and neck burns.
1 citations
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November 2014 in “Elsevier eBooks” Future research should focus on making bioengineered skin that completely restores all skin functions.
July 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprosy Sciences” The combination treatment improved acne scars.
47 citations
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August 2024 in “Science Advances” The new sprayable wound mask helps heal wounds without scars.
August 2023 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Rubbing or pressing on the face can cause small bumps, and changing posture along with certain creams can improve them.
January 2026 in “Journal of Case Reports and Scientific Images” Homeopathic treatment led to full recovery from scarring alopecia.
August 2025 in “EMC - AKOS - Trattato di Medicina” Non-scarring alopecia can regrow hair, but scarring alopecia is often permanent and needs quick treatment.
5 citations
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January 2019 in “Elsevier eBooks” Current therapies cannot fully regenerate adult skin without scars; more research is needed for scar-free healing.
18 citations
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February 2024 in “Skin Research and Technology” Combining different treatments often works best for acne scars, but see a dermatologist first.
8 citations
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March 2009 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” The "flying-wings" scalp flap technique is a simple, safe, and effective way to reconstruct large areas of scalp loss in children.
26 citations
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January 1994 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Artificial skin is improving wound healing and shows potential for treating different types of wounds.
January 2026 in “Materials Horizons” The hydrogel helps wounds heal without scars and promotes new hair growth.
95 citations
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November 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Treatments for permanent hair loss from scarring aim to stop further loss, not regrow hair, and vary by condition, with partial success common.
20 citations
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February 1991 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” Scalp flaps are used for reconstruction, considering factors like inelasticity, hair growth, and blood supply, with techniques adapting to age-related changes in vascularity.
1 citations
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July 2007 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Hair grafts improved the look of a man's leg after an accident and the patient was happy with the results.