17 citations
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October 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery”
This article provides a guide for surgeons on repairing poorly executed hair transplants, emphasizing meticulous techniques and optimal use of limited hair supply to achieve cosmetic improvements.
7 citations
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August 1989 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology”
This article discusses facelift surgery, highlighting its refinement, outpatient use, low complication rates, and ease of mastery for advanced dermatologic surgeons, and reports no new clinical results.
This article offers practical guidance on specific techniques for surgical hair restoration repairs, emphasizing meticulous techniques and optimal use of limited hair supply to achieve improved cosmetic results.
A 27-year-old actor shared his positive experience with two hair transplant surgeries, highlighting the importance of customization and detail for a natural look. He is taking finasteride to prevent future hairloss.
Wigs are considered a temporary solution for hairloss, with concerns about cost, maintenance, and social stigma. Many prefer treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, or hair transplants for more permanent results.
PP405 is a promising new hairloss treatment that may reactivate dormant hair follicles without side effects. It could surpass traditional treatments like minoxidil and finasteride if successful in further trials.
Hair transplants are not permanent and require medication like finasteride or dutasteride to maintain results, as transplanted hair can still thin over time. Individuals with a history of prostate cancer may need to avoid these medications due to potential health risks.
PP405 shows promise for hair growth but may need continuous use like Minoxidil. Current treatments include Minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, with skepticism about a true cure due to financial interests.
Surgery that moves hair follicles from the back of the scalp to thinning areas
What is shock loss after a hair transplant?Shock loss is shedding of existing hair near the transplant area after surgery; it is usually temporary and regrows over a few months.
Patchy hairloss or alopecia areata: is there any evidence for Baicapil?There is no published trial of Baicapil in alopecia areata. The anti-inflammatory and hair-density claims come from the ingredient's manufacturer and from laboratory work on its plant extracts; none of it involved people with autoimmune patchy hair loss.