TLDR Hair transplants can effectively treat facial hair loss from trauma.
The document discussed the role of hair transplantation in managing facial trauma, particularly in hair-bearing areas like the eyebrow, eyelid, and beard regions. It highlighted that while many facial hair transplants are for cosmetic reasons, advanced transplantation techniques can significantly improve aesthetic outcomes after trauma. The authors emphasized the importance of a good recipient bed for hair regrowth and suggested using adjuvant therapies like fat transfer and platelet-rich plasma to enhance vascularization. The review covered essential techniques such as follicular unit extraction and grafting, and provided case examples to illustrate these methods.
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August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Facial hair restoration is generally successful and satisfying for patients when done with quality techniques and realistic expectations.
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August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” FUE provides minimal scarring and quick recovery in hair transplantation, and surgeons not using it may lag in technology.
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August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” The conclusion is that careful planning and technique in hair transplant surgery are crucial for successful graft harvesting and minimizing scars, with proper aftercare to avoid complications.
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January 2003 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Hair transplants using follicular unit grafting and a strategic design can give great results even for men with severe hair loss.
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April 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The document concludes that follicular unit transplantation offers more natural results and better graft survival than older hair transplant methods.
September 2021 in “PubMed” Hair transplantation is effective for treating scar-related hair loss on the head and neck.
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May 2021 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Long hair follicular unit excision is effective for hair transplants, providing quick, natural-looking results with less pain but needs more time, staff, and skill.