Contents
May 2004
in “
Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America
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hair restoration hair removal pattern hair loss pharmacologic treatments laser hair removal natural hairlines surgical restoration follicular cell implantation hair follicle cloning follicular unit transplantation donor area surgical hair restoration hair transplantation hair transplant hair cloning laser hair removal
TLDR Better understanding of hair patterns and advanced techniques are crucial for improving hair restoration and removal outcomes.
The document provided an overview of various aspects of hair restoration and removal techniques as of 2004. It highlighted the need for better understanding and classification of natural and balding hair patterns to improve surgical outcomes. Advances in pharmacologic treatments for pattern hair loss were discussed, emphasizing the importance of educating patients. Laser hair removal technologies and guidelines were reviewed. Techniques for creating natural hairlines in surgical restoration were detailed, along with the potential and challenges of follicular cell implantation (hair follicle cloning). The document also covered dissecting and planting techniques in follicular unit transplantation, the importance of efficient use of the donor area, and the growing trend of surgical hair restoration in women. Additionally, it discussed the latest developments in surgical hair restoration, hair transplantation to various body parts, and methods to correct problems from previous hair restoration surgeries.