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research Utility of Follicular Unit Excision Using Nonscalp Donor Hair

November 2023 in “Facial Plastic Surgery”

This review highlights that nonscalp donor hair harvesting, particularly from the beard, chest, and abdomen, can provide additional grafts for patients with insufficient scalp hair, though it requires high technical expertise.

research Utility of Follicular Unit Excision using Non-Scalp Donor Hair

October 2023 in “Facial Plastic Surgery”

This article discusses non-scalp donor hair harvesting for advanced hair loss and scarring camouflage but reports no new clinical results, emphasizing the technical challenges and expertise required in follicular unit excision.

research Hair transplantation in androgenetic alopecia

June 2021 in “Cosmoderma”

This source reviews the latest developments in hair transplantation for androgenetic alopecia, suggesting that while medical therapy alone remains unsatisfactory, surgical hair restoration is shown to be highly gratifying for male pattern hair loss.

research Hair Transplantation Update

26 citations , October 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics”

This article reviews recent advancements in hair transplantation techniques, particularly follicular unit transplantation, and suggests an expansion of its applications beyond male pattern hair loss, but reports no new results.

research Does the Recipient Site Influence the Hair Growth Characteristics in Hair Transplantation?

24 citations , September 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

This study suggests that transplanting hair to new nonscalp sites affects their growth and survival rates, though the hair diameter remains consistent.

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community Clavicular, The Daily, and what his rise means for hair

5 months ago

The conversation critiques the influence of "Clavicular" on young men regarding hair loss treatments, highlighting the dangers of following unscientific advice and the rise of body dysmorphia. It emphasizes the importance of safe, medically advised treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, while warning against reckless experimentation and early surgeries.

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 2000 beard graft extracted with no visible scar

213 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared their experience with a beard-to-scalp hair transplant, noting no visible scars and improved hair density using finasteride and minoxidil. The conversation discusses the differences between beard and scalp hair, potential changes in hair texture, and the use of beard hair for increased scalp coverage.

community My donor hair is still red after a year and a half.

58 upvotes 2 months ago

The conversation is about a user experiencing redness and tingling in the donor area after a hair transplant, with suggestions to use treatments like dutasteride and minoxidil. Other users recommend consulting a doctor, considering scalp micro pigmentation, or using body hair for future transplants.

community How’s my donor? 20 months on oral fin/min

in Update 35 upvotes 1 month ago

The user has experienced decent hair regrowth using oral finasteride and minoxidil for 20 months and is considering a hair transplant, with opinions varying on the suitability of their donor area. Some suggest a smaller graft procedure or consulting an elite surgeon, while others recommend additional treatments like microneedling and dietary changes.

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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.