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research A Review of Modern Surgical Hair Restoration Techniques

27 citations, January 2008 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery”

Modern hair restoration techniques have evolved from punch grafting to methods like micro-grafting and follicular unit transplantation, but they are labor-intensive, expensive, and can lead to patient dissatisfaction. Future treatments may involve cloned hair follicles and drugs like finasteride.

research The History of Hair Transplantation

3 citations, December 2008 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery”

Hair transplantation has evolved to refined techniques like FUE and FUT, with Finasteride and Minoxidil as the only other proven treatments for hair loss.

research Hair Transplantation Surgery Versus Other Modalities of Treatment in Androgenetic Alopecia: A Narrative Review

2 citations, March 2021 in “Cosmetics”

Hair transplant surgery is the most effective, safe, and satisfying treatment for hair loss.

research Hair Transplantation Update

8 citations, January 1998 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery”

Hair transplantation is effective for baldness, with new methods improving results, but staying updated is crucial for patient outcomes.

research An Analysis of Follicular Punches, Mechanics, and Dynamics in Follicular Unit Extraction

45 citations, August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America”

Using sharp tools and the right techniques in hair transplant surgery leads to less damage to hair follicles.

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community Finasteride + HT results: 10 months. Post fin shed pics

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 136 upvotes 4 months ago

A user shared their positive experience with finasteride and a 1000 FUE hair transplant for the frontal region, noting significant improvement in the crown area with medication alone. They emphasized patience with finasteride, as results vary from person to person.

community Anyone here going the “natural” route?

in Scalp Massage 48 upvotes 2 years ago

People discussing their experiences with natural treatments for hair loss, such as essential oils, deep scalp massages, anti-inflammatory measures, and supplements. Most of the replies suggest that these treatments are not effective and recommend medication such as minoxidil or finasteride instead.

community Opinions on Scalp fibrosis and DHT?

in Research/Science 9 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation discusses the theory that scalp fibrosis contributes to male pattern baldness (MPB) by increasing DHT concentration, and mentions treatments like Minoxidil. The user seeks opinions on the theory and the effectiveness of scalp massages.

community I am actually regrowing my hairline without minoxidil or finasteride (mechanical stimulation)

128 upvotes 6 years ago

Regrowing hairline without the use of Minoxidil or Finasteride, and instead using mechanical stimulation such as Derma Roller, Nizoral, Zinc Pyrithione, Scalp Massage, Scalp Exercise, Fish Oil and other topical solutions. It is cautioned that there are risks associated with not using medically-prescribed treatments, but it is suggested to consider mechanical stimulation in addition to those prescribed treatments.

community 12 months of progress on fin (and 10 months microneedling)

in Update 363 upvotes 5 years ago

A user's 12 month progress on finasteride and 10 months of microneedling for hair loss treatment, which has resulted in improved temple areas with no side effects from the finasteride. They have not used minoxidil yet but are considering it for further gains. DHT blocking drugs such as finasteride and dutasteride are recommended to maintain regrowth results.

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