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research Parry-Romberg Syndrome: A Rare Case with Diagnostic Challenges and Orthodontic Implications

September 2025 in “Cureus”

In this case study, a 24-year-old female with Parry-Romberg syndrome showed significant craniofacial asymmetry, delayed dental development, and other symptoms without neurological deficits; orthodontic treatment is used to improve occlusion and facial balance.

research Pressure alopecia from orthodontic headgear

16 citations , September 2008 in “American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics”

This article reports a case of pressure alopecia caused by wearing headgear, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis to prevent potential scarring.

research The effects of fulvic acids and low-level laser therapy on orthodontic retention in rats

3 citations , September 2024 in “BMC Oral Health”

This study found that low-level laser therapy effectively reduced relapse rates, while functional appliances did not; combining them offered no additional benefits.

research Headgear-induced temporary pressure alopecia

3 citations , September 2019 in “Journal of Orthodontics”

In this study, a 13-year-old boy developed temporary pressure alopecia from wearing orthodontic headgear, which resolved after discontinuation, highlighting a rare side effect that can affect psychosocial wellbeing.

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research Avanços do conhecimento científico na Odontologia 4

October 2023

Dental procedures and treatments show promise but need more research for conclusive results.

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community Adam Scott and Rob Lowe talk about both taking finasteride for years starting at :38 seconds in

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 632 upvotes 1 year ago

Adam Scott and Rob Lowe have used finasteride for over 20 years to maintain their hair without significant negative effects. Many Hollywood celebrities use finasteride, minoxidil, and other treatments for hair loss, despite some concerns about side effects.

community Dental technician is convinced that he has found the cause of pattern hair loss

314 upvotes 2 years ago

A dental technician claims malocclusion causes pattern hair loss due to poor scalp circulation. Users debate this, noting treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling focus on DHT and blood flow.

community Is there a known amount of fin that can reduce serum DHT by only around 25% over the longer term?

4 upvotes 5 years ago

The conversation discusses finding a finasteride dosage that reduces DHT by about 25% to minimize side effects, with considerations for topical versus oral formulations. Alternatives like dutasteride mesotherapy and topical treatments are explored, with concerns about systemic absorption and potential impacts on athletic performance and hormone levels.

community Potential aid/prevention For MPB and FPB. (low carbohydrate diet)

1 year ago

A low carbohydrate diet may reduce DHT levels, potentially aiding hair loss prevention, but its effects on humans are uncertain. Some users argue that diet changes alone won't stop hair loss, and results from rodent studies don't necessarily apply to humans.

community Can a THICK and DENSE beard partially compensate esthetically MPB

3 upvotes 5 months ago

A 20-year-old experiencing hair loss is using minoxidil and ketoconazole shampoo but had to stop finasteride due to side effects. They are considering a hair transplant and debating whether a thick beard can compensate for hair loss in terms of attractiveness.

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