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GlossaryFacelift (Facelift Surgery)

cosmetic surgery to reduce facial aging signs

A facelift, also known as rhytidectomy, is a cosmetic surgical procedure aimed at reducing visible signs of aging in the face and neck. This involves tightening underlying tissues, removing excess skin, and repositioning the skin to create a more youthful appearance.

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research Complications After Superficial Plane Cervicofacial Rhytidectomy: A Retrospective Analysis of 178 Consecutive Facelifts and Review of the Literature

40 citations, November 2007 in “Journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery”

Facelift surgery has a low complication rate, with bleeding under the skin being the most common issue.

research Anatomic Considerations in Rhytidectomy

18 citations, July 1996 in “Facial Plastic Surgery”

Knowing detailed head and neck anatomy is crucial for safe and effective facelift surgery.

research Prevention of Temporal Alopecia Following Rhytidectomy: The Prophylactic Use of Minoxidil. A Study of 60 Patients

11 citations, January 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

Using minoxidil before and after facelift surgery can effectively prevent temporary hair loss without causing other complications.

research Rhytidectomy: Evolution, Techniques, Considerations, and Complications

January 2016 in “Georg Thieme Verlag eBooks”

Facelift surgery has evolved to focus on natural results and safety, with patient selection and postoperative care being key to success.

research Prevention of Temporal Alopecia Following Rhytidectomy

January 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

Minoxidil is effective in preventing hair loss after facelift surgery.

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community What do you think Jerry Seinfeld did to restore his hair?

in Satire 938 upvotes 8 months ago

The conversation speculates on how Jerry Seinfeld might have improved his hair appearance, suggesting various methods like hair styling, hair products, Minoxidil, Finasteride, and hair restoration, but no consensus is reached. Some comments are jokes, not serious suggestions.

community This is Brad Pitt @ 59 years old

in Satire 2661 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about Brad Pitt's hair and whether he has had a hair transplant or used finasteride. Some users believe that his good genetics and lifestyle choices are responsible for his hair, while others think he may have had cosmetic procedures or used hair loss treatments.

community Tom Cruise at the Mission Impossible premiere hair.(He's 61 y/o)

in Chat 392 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation speculates on whether Tom Cruise uses hair loss treatments like Finasteride or Dutasteride, with some suggesting he naturally has good hair like Brad Pitt, while others joke about Scientology or genetics playing a role. Specific treatments mentioned include Finasteride, Dutasteride, and possibly high-quality hair products or procedures like PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma).

community Under-eye wrinkle appeared after 4 weeks of oral minoxidil use, along with significant dark circles and under-eye puffiness.

in Minoxidil 38 upvotes 1 year ago

The user's experience with oral minoxidil, which resulted in under-eye wrinkles; other users sharing their experiences and advice regarding hair loss treatments such as topical minoxidil, finasteride, RU58841, and collagen supplementation.

community I am using toppik, have thinning hair. How and when to tell girls I date that I use hair fibers?

in Styling 10 upvotes 1 year ago

User with thinning hair uses Toppik and wonders when to tell dates about it. Responses vary, some suggest not mentioning it, others recommend honesty after building a connection.

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