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Glossary Follicular Unit

naturally occurring group of one to four hair follicles

A follicular unit is a naturally occurring group of one to four hair follicles that emerge from the scalp, along with associated sebaceous (oil) glands, nerves, and a small muscle called the arrector pili. This unit is the basic building block used in hair transplantation procedures, as it allows for the most natural-looking results by mimicking the way hair grows naturally.

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research A rare complication of follicular hair unit extraction: Kaposi’s varicelliform eruption

4 citations , January 2016 in “Dermatology practical & conceptual”

This report describes the first known case of Kaposi's varicelliform eruption occurring after a follicular unit extraction procedure, possibly linked to surgical trauma and post-surgical steroid use.

research Single–Follicular-Unit Hair Transplantation to Correct Cleft Lip Moustache Alopecia

11 citations , September 2001 in “The Cleft Palate Craniofacial Journal”

This case report describes successful moustache restoration in an 18-year-old with a cleft lip scar using single-follicular-unit graft hair transplantation, highlighting its application in corrective cosmetic surgeries.

research Single–Follicular-Unit Hair Transplantation to Correct Cleft Lip Moustache Alopecia

6 citations , September 2001 in “The Cleft Palate Craniofacial Journal”

This case report describes a successful restoration of moustache hair in an 18-year-old patient with a cleft lip scar using single-follicular-unit graft hair transplantation in one procedure.

research A Comparative Study on the Application of Robotic Hair Restoration Technology Versus Traditional Follicular Unit Excision in Male Androgenetic Alopecia

September 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

This report describes ARTAS, a robotic hair 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.

research Novel Follicular Unit Excision Device That Reduces Graft Injury and Improves Ergonomics in Hair Transplantation Surgery

August 2023 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology”

In this article, researchers describe a novel FUE device designed to enhance follicular unit excision surgery by minimizing follicular injury and improving ergonomics with features such as Bluetooth functionality, fingertip touch sensors, and automated operation.

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learn Hair Transplant

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.

What is Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) in hair transplants? Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) is a minimally invasive hair transplant method that extracts individual hair follicles.
What is Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) in hair transplants? Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) involves removing a scalp strip for hair restoration.
What are the benefits of NeoGraft compared to manual FUE techniques in hair transplants? NeoGraft offers faster, more precise harvesting and potentially fewer procedures than manual FUE.
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community Pelage PP405: New Hair Growth from Inactive Follicular Units - Phase 2a results at AAD 2026

1080 upvotes 5 months ago

PP405, a topical treatment, shows promise for hair growth by activating inactive follicles, with 66% of participants experiencing positive results. The treatment is well-tolerated and may proceed directly to Phase 3 trials, offering a potential alternative to minoxidil and finasteride.

community What is the deal with "longitudinal partial follicular unit transplantation"

5 upvotes 6 years ago

Longitudinal partial follicular unit transplantation involves extracting part of the donor follicular unit, allowing the donor area to be overharvested without noticeable hair loss. The conversation questions if this method is practiced in clinics or if it's theoretical, and whether it relates to hair cloning or multiplication.

community What is the deal with "longitudinal partial follicular unit transplantation"

3 upvotes 6 years ago

Longitudinal partial follicular unit transplantation involves extracting part of the donor follicular unit, allowing the donor area to maintain hair production and potentially increasing transplant yield. The conversation questions if this method is practiced in clinics or remains theoretical, and whether it relates to hair cloning or multiplication.

community Pelage Pharmaceuticals’ PP405 and its Impact on Follicular Regeneration to be Presented at the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Annual Meeting 2026 28th march

30 upvotes 6 months ago

Pelage Pharmaceuticals' PP405 aims to treat hair loss by reactivating dormant hair follicle stem cells, showing promising results in early trials. The company plans to present their findings at the American Academy of Dermatology Annual Meeting in 2026.

community Pelage Pharmaceuticals’ PP405 and its Impact on Follicular Regeneration to be Presented at the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Annual Meeting 2026

122 upvotes 6 months ago

PP405 shows promise in regenerating hair by activating dormant follicles. Other treatments like VDPHL01 and Breezula are also advancing, providing new hope for hair loss solutions.

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