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    Headgear-Induced Temporary Pressure Alopecia

    September 2019 in “ Journal of Orthodontics ”
    Catherine Liu, Faisal Abbas, Jadbinder Seehra
    Studysummary In this study, a 13-year-old boy developed temporary pressure alopecia from wearing orthodontic headgear, which resolved after discontinuation, highlighting a rare side effect that can affect psychosocial wellbeing.
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