11 citations
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May 2011 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Break dancing on the head may cause a type of scarring hair loss that needs early treatment to prevent permanent damage.
8 citations
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January 1998 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Hair transplantation is effective for baldness, with new methods improving results, but staying updated is crucial for patient outcomes.
6 citations
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October 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery” PRP therapy helps slow hair loss and increases hair thickness.
2 citations
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June 2000 in “Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” Hair transplantation techniques have improved over time, leading to natural-looking results and high graft survival rates, making it a popular treatment for hair loss.
1 citations
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April 2017 in “Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery” IVIG therapy was linked to hair regrowth in two patients with hair loss, but it's not recommended due to its risks and costs.
September 2007 in “Dermatologic Surgery” 3% hydrogen peroxide does not reduce hair graft survival compared to saline.
June 2004 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Dr. Walter P. Unger suggests that copying a person's natural hair direction and angle during transplants leads to a more natural and fuller appearance.
34 citations
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May 2017 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Combining low-level light therapy and minoxidil 5% is more effective for female hair loss than using either treatment alone.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Certain drugs can cause lupus, stopping these drugs is the main treatment. NB-UVB phototherapy clears psoriasis faster when applied three times a week. Monoclonal antibodies and oral pimecrolimus are effective in treating psoriasis. Smoking and drinking are linked to psoriasis in men. No direct link between low iron and hair loss was found. Vaccines are effective against genital herpes and human papillomavirus type 16.
14 citations
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August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Some nonsurgical hair loss treatments are effective, especially if started early.
10 citations
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January 2013 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Narrower donor strips and special closure techniques in hair transplants lead to smaller scars and happier patients.
1 citations
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November 2023 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Diode laser treatment is safe and effective for reducing unwanted facial hair in hirsutism.
10 citations
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January 2011 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Surgical methods for hair loss are less common than hair transplants but still useful, especially for scarring hair loss.
44 citations
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July 2015 in “JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery” Fractional laser resurfacing is effective and safe for skin treatment, with benefits like less downtime and a low risk of adverse events.
April 2017 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” Fetal scalp cells have more regenerative genes than adult cells, and decellularized muscle matrix is better for muscle repair than commercial alternatives.
8 citations
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April 2020 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Minoxidil, finasteride, and low-level laser light therapy are effective FDA-approved treatments for hair loss.
27 citations
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May 2016 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Male faces age with more wrinkles and hair loss, influenced by both body changes and environmental factors.
7 citations
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September 2015 in “Archives of Plastic Surgery” The lateral brow lift technique is safe, effective, and provides long-lasting results.
March 2025 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open” Human Platelet Extract hair serum improves hair health and growth safely.
50 citations
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November 2010 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Botox increased hair count in men with baldness and might work by improving scalp blood flow.
16 citations
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March 2018 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open” Early surgical treatment for severe facial injuries from high-energy impacts leads to better recovery.
10 citations
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April 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” The surgical technique of scalp advancement and pretrichial brow lift shortens the forehead and lifts brows, is good for women and transgender women with high foreheads, but not recommended for men and has some risks.
108 citations
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December 2003 in “Lasers in surgery and medicine” ICG-enhanced NIR laser therapy may be a promising acne treatment with improvement and no side effects.
66 citations
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June 2015 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Platelet preparations generally show positive effects on wound healing and facial rejuvenation, but more thorough research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
31 citations
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April 2018 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” PRP therapy may improve skin and hair conditions, but more research with standard methods is needed.
13 citations
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February 2018 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” The study found that a specific signaling pathway helps skin wounds heal faster but may lead to larger scars.
9 citations
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November 2016 in “Archives of Plastic Surgery” The L-U mixture promotes hair growth as effectively as minoxidil.
7 citations
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August 2020 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” QR 678 and QR 678 Neo are safe and promote hair growth, potentially helping chemotherapy-induced hair loss.
7 citations
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December 1984 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” Early transplantation helps avoid embarrassment and allows relaxed transplant sessions, but be cautious with young patients with thinning hair.
3 citations
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January 2014 in “Archives of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” The combination method is more efficient for hair transplants.