Advances and Challenges in Hair Restoration of Curly Afrocentric Hair

    March 2014 in “ Dermatologic Clinics ”
    Nicole L. Rogers, Valerie D. Callender
    Image of study
    TLDR Specialized techniques are needed for hair restoration in individuals with curly Afrocentric hair due to unique challenges.
    The document from 2014 reviews the unique challenges in hair restoration for individuals with curly Afrocentric hair, emphasizing the need for specialized techniques and considerations due to differences in hair structure. It discusses the importance of understanding curly hair's clinical characteristics, hair grooming practices, and the types of hair loss prevalent in African descent patients, such as CCCA and traction alopecia. The paper suggests using test transplants for those with scarring hair loss or a history of keloid formation and outlines adapted techniques for anesthesia, donor harvesting, and graft creation. It notes that androgenetic alopecia is the most common condition treated in men of color, while women often undergo surgery for TA or CCCA. The document also addresses the limitations of FUE in curly hair and introduces the ARTAS robotic system, although its use is constrained by cost and space. The review does not include specific study participant numbers, as it is a general overview rather than a specific study report.
    Discuss this study in the Community →

    Research cited in this study

    9 / 9 results

    Related Community Posts Join

    6 / 411 results

      community Us curly/ wavy hair guys have it worse

      in Chat  39 upvotes 6 months ago
      Curly and wavy hair can make hair loss appear worse due to clumping, but using less product, shorter cuts, and leave-in conditioner can help manage appearance. Minoxidil and finasteride are considered for treatment, and some find that styling can hide thinning areas.

      community 21M. Curly hair. Please read and give your opinion

      in Chat  6 upvotes 4 months ago
      A 21-year-old is experiencing hairline recession and is using finasteride, saw palmetto, gelatin, topical minoxidil with retinoic acid, derma stamping, and scalp massage to address it. Suggestions include adding oral minoxidil, vitamin D3 with K2, and maintaining the current regimen for a year.

      community 12 month fin update. Long curly hair

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  679 upvotes 7 months ago
      A user experienced significant hair regrowth after using 1mg of finasteride daily for a year, avoiding minoxidil due to its toxicity to cats. They attributed success to quitting smoking, a better diet, and reduced stress, with only watery semen as a side effect.

      community RU 58841 or do I go for Nizoral shampoo instead? Have curly hair

      in Ketoconazole  1 upvotes 5 days ago
      The user is considering whether to add RU58841 or Nizoral shampoo to their current hair loss treatment of finasteride and minoxidil, noting budget constraints and concerns about hair dryness. They are unsure if RU58841 is worth adding or if they should use both treatments to see the effects.

    Related Research

    6 / 6 results