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research Head and Neck Restoration in Scar Alopecia: Hair Transplantation in Scalp, Eyebrows, Beard and Mustache.

September 2021 in “PubMed”

This study found that hair transplantation for head and neck scar alopecia was targeted based on scar characteristics, with follicular unit extraction often preferred for less extensive graft needs.

research Head and Neck Restoration in Scar Alopecia: Hair Transplantation in Scalp, Eyebrows, Beard and Mustache

July 2021 in “World journal of plastic surgery”

This study found that hair transplantation techniques, particularly follicular unit extraction (FUE), were effective for head and neck scar alopecia, with method selection based on scar type and depth.

research Body to scalp: Evolving trends in body hair transplantation

22 citations , January 2017 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal”

This review discusses the use of follicular unit extraction for hair restoration using body hair, reporting no new clinical findings, and highlights its potential for advanced baldness cases with limited scalp donor hair.

The Use of Body Hair with Scalp Hair for Combination Grafting to Enhance Visual Density of Hair Transplantation and Increase Coverage in Advanced Alopecia

research The Use of Body Hair with Scalp Hair for “Combination Grafting” to Enhance Visual Density of Hair Transplantation and Increase Coverage in Advanced Alopecia

3 citations , November 2018 in “Hair transplant forum international”

This study found that using body hair along with scalp hair in hair transplantation can significantly increase visual density and improve coverage in patients with higher grades of androgenetic alopecia.

research Beard and Body Hair Transplantation by Follicular Unit Excision Using a Skin-Responsive Device: A Multicenter Study

December 2023 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

The researchers reported that using a skin-responsive FUE device in nonscalp hair transplantation significantly reduced graft transection rates compared to older methods, improving patient satisfaction and surgeon willingness.

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Hair transplantation moves DHT-resistant follicles from a donor area (back and sides of the scalp) into thinning or bald areas. The transplanted hair is generally permanent, though surrounding native hair can keep thinning.

Can beard hair be used for hair transplants? Beard hair can be effectively used for hair transplants, especially when scalp hair is limited.
Can a hair transplant cover scars? Hair transplants can effectively cover scars on the scalp with proper assessment.
What precautions should be taken after a hair transplant? Clinics commonly advise avoiding strenuous activity, smoking, alcohol, direct sun and touching the grafts while the scalp heals. Any change to a prescribed medicine, including blood thinners, should be agreed with the doctor who prescribed it.
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learn Scalp Micropigmentation

scalp tattoos to mimic the appearance of light stubble

learn Platelet-Rich Plasma

growth factors taken from your blood and injected into your scalp to stimulate hair

learn Bimatoprost

a synthetic prostamide used to treat eyelashes also shows promise for stimulating hair growth on scalp

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research compound made to degrade androgen receptors in scalp

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community Why does the same hormone grow your beard and destroy your hairline?

44 upvotes 4 months ago

DHT promotes beard growth but causes scalp hair loss due to inflammation and fibrosis. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil help with hormonal signals and blood flow but don't address underlying inflammation.

community 3 surgery total 7600 Grafts surgery journey

726 upvotes 7 months ago

A person had three hair transplant surgeries using 7,600 grafts from scalp, beard, and chest, along with finasteride and minoxidil. Reactions are mixed, with suggestions for alternatives like hair systems or scalp micropigmentation.

community My unbelievable Hair transplant surgery update norwood 7

212 upvotes 6 months ago

A 55-year-old man shared his successful hair transplant results, using 9,100 grafts from his scalp and beard, and is also using minoxidil, finasteride, and multivitamins. The discussion includes opinions on the necessity of DHT blockers and the effectiveness of the transplant, with some users questioning the need for such procedures at an older age.

community What Are the Technicalities of Curved Hair Transplantation?

4 upvotes 5 months ago

Curved hair transplantation requires specialized tools and techniques to avoid damaging hair follicles, with modified FUE being the preferred method. Proper extraction and implantation angles are crucial to prevent complications like keloids and sterile folliculitis.

community Subcutaneous Scalp fat and Hair loss? Interested in others annecdotal experience or knowledge.

6 upvotes 3 years ago

Subcutaneous scalp fat may be linked to hair loss, with theories suggesting that fat loss can lead to reduced blood flow and increased DHT activity, contributing to hair loss. Treatments discussed include PRP/PRF injections and fat transfer to improve scalp thickness and blood flow.

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Kirsten J. Scalp
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