31 citations
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November 2013 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
This article discusses the use of a roboticsystem for hair graft harvesting in hairrestoration surgery, focusing on its capabilities and the advantages and disadvantages, but it reports no new clinical findings.
This review highlights that robotichair transplantation reliably and efficiently extracts follicular units with transection rates comparable to manual methods, potentially allowing more physicians to offer hairrestoration without needing additional staff, and notes ongoing software advancements that could enhance aesthetic results.
September 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”
This report describes ARTAS, a robotichair transplant technology with advanced mechanical and recognition capabilities, which has gained popularity in China since 2016 due to its ease of use and efficient hair follicle harvesting.
8 citations
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March 2014 in “Dermatologic Clinics”
This article discusses surgical hairrestoration for individuals with curly hair, emphasizing specific considerations and techniques required, but reports no new clinical results.
Amplifica is developing new molecules for hair growth, with clinical trials expected soon, while Engraft Technologies is improving FUE robotic technology to make hair transplants faster and cheaper. Users express interest in the timeline for AMP-303 and concerns about high costs and effectiveness of current treatments.
The user felt pressured during a hair transplant consultation at Bosley, where they were advised to undergo FUT surgery and use a laser cap for maintenance, but did not meet with a doctor. Other users recommended seeking a second opinion from reputable doctors like Dr. Rassman and suggested trying finasteride first.
Hair loss treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride are popular but often lead to side effects and mixed results. The discussion stresses consulting medical professionals and being wary of unproven treatments in the hair loss industry.
Switching from finasteride to dutasteride for hair loss yields mixed results, with some users experiencing improvements and others facing worsening conditions or side effects like shedding. Patience is advised as dutasteride may take longer to show results, and combining treatments is suggested by some users.
There have been no new effective hair loss treatments since finasteride, despite technological advancements. Current treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with ongoing challenges and potential future solutions in research.