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    GlossaryDebridement

    removal of dead or damaged tissue to aid healing

    Debridement is a medical procedure that involves the removal of dead, damaged, or infected tissue to promote healing in a wound. This process can be performed using various methods, such as surgical instruments, enzymes, or even specialized dressings, and is crucial for preventing infection and facilitating the body's natural healing processes.

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      community How do you prevent infection with derma needling / derma stamping?

      in Microneedling  1 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses preventing infection from derma stamping for hair loss treatment, with suggestions to reduce needle depth and consider alternatives like tretinoin. The user experienced irritation possibly from zinc chloride and stopped using the shampoo and derma stamping.

      community Scab removal on 8th/9th day...

      in Transplants  14 upvotes 9 months ago
      A user shared their experience with hair transplant scab removal, noting that most scabs came off easily without bleeding by using oil and shampoo. They sought advice on whether any hair was lost during the process, and others reassured them that no hair was lost and to trust the healing process.

      community Improve your micronnedling progress/results using betadine

      in Microneedling  72 upvotes 5 years ago
      A user shared their hair regrowth success using microneedling with a dermaroller every 6 days and minoxidil, recommending betadine (povidone-iodine) before microneedling to sterilize the scalp and enhance results. Another user noted the potential risks of iodine toxicity.