TLDR Long hair FUE, a hair transplant without shaving, is becoming more popular and surgeons should learn it.
The document from March 2021 reviews the long hair follicular unit excision (FUE) technique, a hair transplant method that allows patients to avoid shaving the donor area, offering a discreet and immediate visual assessment of the transplant. Although more technically demanding and slower than traditional FUE, advancements in tools like the Trivellini Long Hair System and Long Hair punch have made it more accessible. Proper hair length, conditioner use, and careful graft handling are crucial for success, as is the use of a suction-assisted receptacle for managing long hair during the procedure. A cited study found no difference in total transection rates between shaven and long hair FUE, but a higher partial transection rate with long hair FUE. The technique is expected to gain popularity, especially among patients with limited donor supply or those who prefer not to shave the donor area. The document concludes that long hair FUE is likely to become the next trend in hair restoration, and surgeons should become familiar with it to stay competitive.
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September 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” More people are searching for hair transplants online, preferring Follicular Unit Excision over Follicular Unit Transplant. There's also a rise in female patients and interest in beard, eyebrow transplants, and non-surgical treatments like platelet rich plasma.
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May 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Hair restoration surgeons have improved follicular unit excision (hair transplant method) by using innovative tools and techniques, reducing hair damage and increasing success rates.
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September 2016 in “Hair transplant forum international” The "open punch" technique for hair transplantation can help reduce damage to hair grafts and may be especially useful for beginners and in cases with curly hair.
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February 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Long hair FUE, a hair transplant without shaving, is becoming more popular and surgeons should learn it.
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October 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Using minoxidil and tofacitinib together can effectively treat severe hair loss.
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May 2018 in “Experimental Dermatology” The conclusion is that future hair loss treatments should target the root causes of hair thinning, not just promote hair growth.
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January 2017 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that new treatments for hair loss may involve a combination of cosmetics, clinical methods, and genetic approaches.
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September 2010 in “Annals of Plastic Surgery” Hair restoration has evolved from surgery to drugs to potential gene therapy, with improved results and ongoing research driven by high demand.
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June 2000 in “Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” Hair transplantation techniques have improved over time, leading to natural-looking results and high graft survival rates, making it a popular treatment for hair loss.
