January 2025 in “Dermatologic Therapy” The laser treatment improved hair appearance and was safe and well-received by patients.
January 1998 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Lasers are effective and safe for various medical treatments, including cancer, wound healing, and skin conditions.
21 citations
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December 2022 in “Pharmaceutics” Laser-assisted drug delivery is generally safe with mostly mild side effects.
114 citations
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April 2004 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation causes dark skin patches and needs personalized treatment.
92 citations
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June 2017 in “Journal of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery” Microneedling is a safe and effective treatment for various skin conditions, often preferred for its fewer side effects and shorter recovery time.
76 citations
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January 2007 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Women with PCOS often have skin problems like excessive hair, acne, hair loss, and dark patches, which can be treated with hormonal and non-hormonal therapies.
65 citations
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November 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The document concludes that early recognition and treatment of primary cicatricial alopecia is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss.
59 citations
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December 2016 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Acne keloidalis nuchae is a tough-to-treat condition that greatly affects quality of life, especially in men of African descent.
59 citations
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September 2011 in “Lasers in Medical Science” The 800-nm laser boosts skin collagen production, improving skin structure.
55 citations
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June 2013 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Ablative fractional resurfacing could improve how well topical drugs penetrate the skin, but more research is needed to fine-tune the method.
40 citations
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February 2012 in “Dermatology Online Journal” Lasers might help hair growth in some alopecia cases, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
35 citations
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October 2003 in “Dermatologic clinics” Laser therapy on darker skin has higher risks and needs expert handling.
31 citations
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January 2019 in “Frontiers in Veterinary Science” Laser therapy improved surgical scar healing in dogs.
30 citations
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November 2008 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” The conclusion is that the best approach for treating Female Pattern Hair Loss is a combination of different treatments.
25 citations
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October 2012 in “Dermatologic clinics” Laser and light treatments can effectively remove hair long-term.
21 citations
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April 2019 in “Journal of cosmetic and laser therapy” Laser hair removal is popular for long-term hair reduction but carries risks, requiring well-trained operators and better regulations, especially in South Africa.
19 citations
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September 2015 in “Therapeutic Delivery” Active transdermal technologies in cosmetics help deliver skin treatments effectively, but their safety and effectiveness depend on skin type and treatment choice.
15 citations
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January 2017 in “JAMA Dermatology” Topical minoxidil improves female pattern hair loss, finasteride not effective, laser devices show mixed results.
13 citations
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July 2024 in “Medicina” Lasers can trigger skin reactions, especially in darker skin, and more research is needed to improve treatments.
12 citations
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January 2012 in “Current Dermatology Reports” Cosmetic procedures are growing rapidly, with safety and proper techniques being crucial.
8 citations
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August 2019 in “Dermatologic surgery” Nonsteroid treatments for alopecia areata show promise but need more high-quality research.
6 citations
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October 2023 in “Skin Research and Technology” Endolift laser treatment significantly tightens eyelids and raises eyebrows.
6 citations
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October 2018 in “Lasers in Medical Science” Low-level laser therapy using near-infrared light may help heart conditions and promote healing by releasing nitric oxide.
5 citations
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October 2020 in “Bioengineering & translational medicine” Researchers used a laser to create advanced skin models with hair-like structures.
5 citations
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January 2015 in “Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine” Adding licorice gel to laser treatment is more effective for reducing facial hair than laser alone.
5 citations
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January 2013 in “Otorhinolaryngology clinics : an international journal” Platelet-rich plasma may improve healing and hair growth in cosmetic surgery but results vary.
2 citations
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December 2023 in “Health Technology Assessment” Laser treatment and deroofing are effective options for hidradenitis suppurativa.
1 citations
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October 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” Laser therapy effectively treats all stages of hidradenitis suppurativa, offering a reliable alternative to medication.
1 citations
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January 2024 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Fractional CO2 laser with topical triamcinolone is more effective and safer for treating alopecia areata than intralesional triamcinolone.
1 citations
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September 2015 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Children's skin diseases and treatments differ from adults and require specific approaches.