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October 2021 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” Semiconical blades and coronal slits minimize vascular damage in hair transplants.
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March 2018 in “Biomaterials” Tiny needles with valproic acid can effectively regrow hair.
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January 2018 in “International Journal of Trichology” Hair strength is similar across different scalp areas, and not affected by age, gender, or hair thickness.
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December 2017 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” Nicotinamide applied to the scalp can slow down hair growth.
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May 2025 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
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October 2013 in “Pediatric dermatology” Proper antifungal treatment is crucial to avoid misdiagnosis and prevent scarring alopecia.
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November 2007 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Hair and scalp disorders significantly affect self-esteem, and using cosmetic products like conditioners and styling aids can improve hair health and appearance.
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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.
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February 2021 in “Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences” The model can help predict how finasteride and minoxidil work when applied to the scalp.
July 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The conclusion suggests that a new system for measuring hair loss could be created using automated analysis of photographs.
January 2026 in “The American Journal of Medical Sciences and Pharmaceutical Research” Understanding and managing the scalp microbiome is crucial for preventing dandruff, seborrhea, and hair loss.
April 2026 in “The Breast” Both scalp cooling and chemical cooling caps effectively prevent hair loss in breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.
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January 1997 in “Scandinavian journal of plastic and reconstructive surgery and hand surgery” A new technique using a multibladed knife makes preparing hair transplant minigrafts faster and more uniform, leading to natural-looking results.
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June 2015 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” Early surgical removal of scalp hemangiomas leads to good scarring and hair growth.
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January 2023 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” Scalp seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin condition linked to oil production and bacteria, with specific diagnostic features and treatments like antifungals and corticosteroids.
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