TLDR The article recommends various surgical techniques for treating cosmetic skin issues and hair loss.
The article from 1982 addressed various cosmetic dermatologic procedures available at the time for treating common issues. It covered the management of benign lesions such as lentigines, milia, spider nevi, telangiectasias, xanthelasma, and keloids. For acne scarring, it recommended treatments like dermabrasion, punch-transplant replacement techniques, and collagen implants. Chemical face peels were suggested for actinic damage and premature wrinkling. Additionally, the article discussed surgical methods for correcting male-pattern alopecia, including hair transplants, scalp-reduction techniques, and scalp flaps.
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December 1980 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” An improved scalp reduction technique reduces the need for hair grafts and has minimal complications.
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October 1979 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” Scalp reduction surgery successfully reduced baldness and improved self-image in a burn victim before hair transplantation.
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September 1977 in “PubMed” A new technique called hair-lifting was introduced to treat male-pattern baldness and can also give a partial face-lift.
July 2021 in “Indian journal of dermatopathology and diagnostic dermatology” Trichoscopy is a reliable method for diagnosing hair and scalp disorders quickly and non-invasively.
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November 2017 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” FUE and SMP together can effectively treat hair loss, needing fewer procedures.
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May 1999 in “Australasian Journal of Dermatology” Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for preventing permanent hair loss in various scalp conditions, and while new treatments are promising, more research is needed to evaluate their effectiveness.
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January 1986 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” Hair loss surgeries like grafts, scalp reductions, and flap rotations can be effective for black men with proper technique adjustments.
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December 1982 in “Archives of Dermatology” The article recommends various surgical techniques for treating cosmetic skin issues and hair loss.
