4 citations
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June 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” The edge out punch is a tool that lowers the chance of damaging hair follicles during hair transplant surgery.
September 2017 in “Springer eBooks” Epinephrine does not significantly affect the severity of hair loss after surgery.
22 citations
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October 2014 in “International Journal of Trichology” Hair restoration surgery can lead to swelling, infections, scarring, numbness, hiccups, and poor hair growth.
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.
Researchers developed a new device that improves non-incision hair transplant efficiency.
17 citations
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May 2015 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” FUE hair transplantation using a micromotor is effective and gives natural results with few complications.
119 citations
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January 2014 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Platelet-rich plasma might help with hair growth and skin conditions, but more research is needed to prove its effectiveness and safety.
32 citations
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November 2012 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Hair restoration surgery has advanced, focusing on natural results and may improve further with new techniques and therapies.
6 citations
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October 2021 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” Eyebrow restoration using FUE is effective with careful planning and technique.
3 citations
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November 2018 in “PubMed” SMT effectively treats advanced baldness with high satisfaction.
September 2025 in “Cellular and Molecular Biology” Intraoperative corticosteroids reduce swelling, and early care lowers folliculitis risk in hair transplant donor sites.
January 2019 in “Georg Thieme Verlag eBooks” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy can effectively treat various hair loss conditions, improve hair count, thickness, and density, and potentially speed up results when combined with surgical techniques.
Surgeons should evaluate new technologies critically, offer a range of services including non-surgical options, and be aware of marketing influences to meet patient needs and maintain a successful practice.
January 2012 in “Elsevier eBooks” Hair loss can cause emotional and social issues, and various treatments, including medication, surgery, and psychological support, are needed.
July 2021 in “Medical journal, Armed Forces India” Using platelet-rich plasma in hair restoration surgery significantly improves hair density after 6 months and is safe to use.
4 citations
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September 2019 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” FUE megasession effectively treats severe hair loss with natural-looking results in one operation.
December 2025 in “Frontiers in Medicine” Biofibre ® 4.0 hair implants are safe and satisfy most patients with hair loss.
Female hair loss is often hereditary and can be treated with medication, hair transplants, and lasers.
16 citations
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June 2021 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Minoxidil effectively treats hair loss, especially androgenetic alopecia, but needs more research for better understanding.
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.
23 citations
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October 2018 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Safety” Consider benefits and risks of new alopecia treatments for safety.
1 citations
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October 2018 in “InTech eBooks” The document concludes that treatments for cicatricial alopecia are not well-supported by evidence, but hair transplantation shows more predictable and satisfactory results.
February 2026 in “Journal of Regenerative Medicine and Biology Research” Exosomes show promise for anti-aging and regenerative treatments.
December 2025 in “IP Indian Journal of Clinical and Experimental Dermatology” Androgenetic alopecia treatments are becoming more personalized and include new therapies like topical antiandrogens and regenerative strategies.
There are many treatments for common hair loss, but more trials are needed to decide which are best.
4 citations
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August 2013 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” Updated treatments for female hair loss include minoxidil, antiandrogens, hair transplants, and light therapy.
198 citations
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October 2011 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Use minoxidil for hair loss; finasteride and dutasteride for men, dutasteride for women.
55 citations
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July 2016 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Multiple treatments work best for hair loss.
31 citations
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March 2011 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The new hairline classification and correction methods can improve the appearance of Asian women with wide or M-shaped foreheads.
8 citations
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March 2017 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” Punch grafting treats vitiligo faster but can cause a cobblestone look, while follicular hair transplantation is slower but looks better and has no side effects.