Review of Hair Prosthetic Options for Patients With Alopecia

June 2023 in “ Journal of cosmetic dermatology ”

Adaora Ewulu, Randy Amibang, Min Deng

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TLDR Dermatologists should know hair prosthetic options to better help alopecia patients.

This review educates dermatologists on the various hair prostheses available for patients with alopecia, detailing their advantages and disadvantages. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the patient's hair coverage needs, attachment materials, hair fiber types, and cap foundations. Financial considerations and potential adverse effects are also discussed. The review concludes that dermatologists should be well-versed in hair camouflaging techniques to better counsel patients, ultimately improving patient care and quality of life.

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