Low-Level Laser Therapy for Treatment of Hair Loss

    August 2013 in “ Lasers in Surgery and Medicine ”
    Pinar Avci, Gaurav Gupta, J. E. Clark … Michael R. Hamblin
    Studysummary This review discusses the potential mechanisms and evidence supporting low-level laser therapy for stimulating hair growth in men and women, while noting its safety and effectiveness but needing further study on specific parameters.
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