Novel Application of 1064-Nm Picosecond Nd:YAG Laser for Male Androgenetic Alopecia Treatment

    January 2024 in “ PubMed ”
    Suparuj Lueangarun, Therdpong Tempark
    Studysummary In this pilot study, researchers found that fractional picosecond laser therapy may promote hair regrowth in men with mild-to-moderate androgenetic alopecia, with significant improvements in expert assessments and patient satisfaction observed over a four-month period, though further research is needed to confirm these findings.
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