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      Clinical Experience With Tissue Expansion

      research Clinical Experience With Tissue Expansion

      5 citations , July 1988 in “Facial Plastic Surgery”
      Tissue expansion is a useful method for reconstructive surgery with good results and room for further enhancement.
      Surgery and Laser Treatments in Dermatology

      research 7. Surgery and Laser

      April 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”
      Lasers are effective for some skin conditions but can cause side effects like scarring and pigment changes; careful selection is important, and botulinum toxin type A is successful in reducing sweat in palmar hyperhidrosis.
      Platelet-Rich Plasma in Plastic Surgery: A Systematic Review

      research Platelet-Rich Plasma in Plastic Surgery: A Systematic Review

      4 citations , January 2022 in “Transfusion Medicine and Hemotherapy”
      This review discusses the varied applications of platelet-rich plasma in plastic surgery and reports mixed evidence on its efficacy, indicating a need for more standardized, controlled trials.

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      community I don’t understand this, is he equating taking Fin with being on HRT?

       303 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation is about using finasteride and testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) for hair loss and their role in gender-affirming care. It debates whether these treatments are considered hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and their implications for both cisgender and transgender individuals.

      community Occipitalis Muscle Tension Theory

       13 upvotes 7 months ago
      Scalp tension from the occipitalis muscle is theorized to contribute to hair loss, but most believe DHT and genetics are the main causes. Treatments like finasteride and minoxidil are considered more effective than addressing scalp tension.

      community Has any premature balding guys actually saved and maintained their hair?

      in Chat  17 upvotes 1 year ago
      A user discusses their struggle with aggressive hair loss starting at a young age and their use of various treatments, including topical finasteride, minoxidil, dutasteride, and RU58841, without significant success. Other users share their experiences and suggest trying oral finasteride or dutasteride, topical spironolactone, and maintaining a vitamin regimen, while noting potential side effects like gynecomastia.

      community Should I get transplant #4 or just shave my head?

      in Transplants  171 upvotes 2 years ago
      A 36-year-old considering a fourth hair transplant is advised to either shave his head or use a hair system due to poor results from previous transplants and late medication use. He plans to consult top surgeons and adjust his current treatments, including finasteride and minoxidil.