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      learn Mesotherapy

      technique to inject very small amounts of beneficial chemicals into the scalp

      learn Microneedling

      technique to create small wounds in skin to activate collagen production and hair growth

      learn Pyrilutamide

      highly targeted anti-androgen that might have minimal systemic effects

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      Abstract

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      September 2017 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open”
      Hair and beard transplants using the follicular unit extraction technique are effective, affordable, and minimally invasive treatments for scarring hair loss, with high success and satisfaction rates.
      Androgenetic Alopecia: Current Status in 2024

      research Androgenetic Alopecia: Current Status in 2024

      January 2024 in “Revue médicale suisse”
      Few treatments for common hair loss are approved, but options like light therapy, micro-needling, and hair transplants are available.
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      July 2008 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America”
      Men's facial rejuvenation involves unique challenges and is increasingly popular, with many opting for nonsurgical treatments.

      research Skin Anatomy and Physiology

      8 citations, January 2010 in “Springer eBooks”
      Plastic surgeons need to understand skin anatomy and physiology to effectively treat aging and diverse skin types.

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      community Clearing the air on how non-surgical treatments really work

       17 upvotes 5 years ago
      Treatments for hair loss, including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole, microneedling, and low level laser light therapy, which aim to reduce DHT production, increase cell absorption and blood flow, and stimulate epidermal stem cells. It also stresses the importance of patience when using these treatments.

      community Comprehensive Microneedling Guide

      in Microneedling  289 upvotes 2 years ago
      Microneedling for hair restoration involves daily use of a 0.3 mm device and weekly use of a 0.5 mm device. Combining microneedling with Minoxidil can enhance hair growth.

      community Bad experience at Dermatologist

      in Update  42 upvotes 2 years ago
      A user had a disappointing dermatologist appointment where they were denied prescriptions for Dutasteride and oral Minoxidil for hair loss and were only offered a hair transplant referral. Other users sympathized, discussed self-medication, and suggested consulting a transplant doctor for up-to-date treatments.

      community for those whose hair loss started with accutane

      in Chat  18 upvotes 1 month ago
      Accutane use led to hair loss and seborrheic dermatitis for many, with treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, and Nutrafol being used to manage symptoms. Some users reported improvement, while others experienced persistent issues or side effects from treatments like finasteride.