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research Use of Clean versus Sterile Gloves—A Microbiological Study in 10 FUE Procedures

January 2019 in “Hair transplant forum international”

In this study, using sterile gloves during hair restoration surgery did not reduce scalp contamination compared to clean gloves due to the natural microbiome of the scalp.

research Hair restoration surgery: pre-surgical considerations and pitfalls

July 2024 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Research”

This review outlines diagnostic strategies and a thorough checklist for evaluating patients before they undergo hair restoration surgery, addressing non-scarring and scarring alopecia, to improve surgical outcomes and avoid errors, according to this source.

research Beard Hair Transplantation

3 citations , April 2020 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America”

This review discusses the increasing demand for facial hair transplantation in hair restoration, noting its benefits and the natural-appearing results achieved through modern techniques, but it reports no new clinical results.

research What Surgeons Need to Know About Gender Confirmation Surgery When Providing Care for Transgender Individuals

126 citations , February 2017 in “JAMA Surgery”

This article outlines best practices from the World Professional Association for Transgender Health's standards to guide health care professionals in providing comprehensive care for transgender individuals, addressing mental health, endocrinology, and surgery.

research Southern African HIV Clinicians Society gender-affirming healthcare guideline for South Africa

5 citations , September 2021 in “Southern African Journal of Hiv Medicine”

The guideline provides healthcare professionals in South Africa with instructions for comprehensive, multidisciplinary gender-affirming care, including HIV prevention and treatment for transgender and gender diverse individuals.

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learn Hair Transplant

What precautions should be taken after a hair transplant? Clinics commonly advise avoiding strenuous activity, smoking, alcohol, direct sun and touching the grafts while the scalp heals. Any change to a prescribed medicine, including blood thinners, should be agreed with the doctor who prescribed it.
What are the pre-operative and post-operative care instructions for a hair transplant? Clinics commonly advise stopping smoking and alcohol 1-2 weeks before a hair transplant and pausing over-the-counter aspirin or ibuprofen beforehand, then following the clinic's own post-op routine. Never stop a blood thinner a doctor prescribed you without that doctor's approval.
What is the DHI hair transplant technique? DHI is a hair transplant technique that uses a pen for direct implantation without incisions.
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community Help with microneedling for hair loss

in Microneedling 6 upvotes 2 years ago

A user with stage 3 baldness is seeking advice on microneedling for hair growth, including pre and post-care, washing routines, and the use of hair growth serums or oils. They also inquire about the effectiveness and safety of microneedling pens.

community 3750 Graft Hair Transplant Day 2

in Transplants 149 upvotes 1 year ago

A user underwent a 3750 graft hair transplant in Turkey, initially promised 4500 grafts, and is satisfied with the results despite some concerns about donor site size and crown coverage. The user has been on medications like finasteride and minoxidil for about four months and may consider a second transplant in the future.

community How is this hairline? Doesn't look natural to me (8 months)

in Transplants 221 upvotes 4 months ago

The user is unhappy with their hair transplant results, feeling the hairline looks unnatural, but most commenters reassure them it looks good and natural. Some suggest styling changes or focusing on hair care routines.

community My Hair Transplant Experience at Diamond Hair Clinic with Dr. Mehmet Demircioglu - 6 month update.

250 upvotes 6 months ago

A user had a successful hair transplant at Diamond Hair Clinic with Dr. Mehmet Demircioglu, noting excellent care and results after 6 months. They now maintain their hair with Dutasteride, oral and topical Minoxidil, and vitamins.

community I had a hair transplant at age 23 in the UK! Here to show results, progress and story.

29 upvotes 6 years ago

A 24-year-old had an FUE hair transplant in Liverpool at age 23, after starting finasteride at 20 to halt hair loss. The transplant involved 3000 grafts, and the user is satisfied with the results, noting increased confidence and no further hairline recession.

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