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GlossaryPunch Grafting

small scalp sections with hair follicles transplanted to bald areas

Punch Grafting, also known as Punch Hair Grafting or Punch Hair Transplant, is a hair restoration technique where small, circular sections of scalp containing hair follicles are removed from a donor area and transplanted to a balding or thinning area. Each graft typically contains 2-4 hairs and is placed into tiny holes made in the recipient site, allowing for natural hair growth over time. This method was more common in the past but has largely been replaced by more advanced techniques like Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT) and Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE).

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research Scalp Reduction for Alopecia

16 citations, October 1979 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology”

Scalp reduction surgery successfully reduced baldness and improved self-image in a burn victim before hair transplantation.

research Vitiligo - Part 2 - Classification, Histopathology and Treatment

78 citations, August 2014 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia”

New vitiligo treatments focus on controlling immune damage and restoring skin color.

research A Look Back at Hair Restoration Through History

January 2017 in “International journal of transplantation & plastic surgery”

Hair restoration techniques have improved over time, focusing on better results and less scarring, but skilled doctors are essential for natural-looking outcomes.

research Missing Conflict of Interest Disclosure

July 2017 in “JAMA Dermatology”

The document corrects a missing conflict of interest and acknowledges a pioneer in hair transplantation and his other contributions.

research Correction: Misspelling of Dr. Tassaneeyakul's Surname in Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Article

1 citations, June 2017 in “JAMA Dermatology”

The document corrects a name misspelling, acknowledges a pioneer in hair transplantation, and notes a missing conflict of interest disclosure.

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community Verteporfin day 84 update - donor hair regeneration human trials

in Research/Science 33 upvotes 2 years ago

A human trial involving verteporfin for hair regeneration, with the results showing some regrowth of 1-2 hairs in an area where a follicular unit was extracted. The conversation also suggested that future studies should involve higher doses and more frequent injections.

community How long should you take fin/dut for, before getting a transplant?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 14 upvotes 1 year ago

The user started taking dutasteride a month ago and is seeking advice on whether to wait for a year before getting a hair transplant, as it could potentially strengthen the donor-zone and require fewer grafts, or to get a transplant immediately, extracting only the "strong hairs" not affected by dutasteride. The user is unsure which approach is correct.

community I’m going punch hair loss in the face

in Satire 68 upvotes 4 months ago

The user "OP" is frustrated with hair loss despite using oral minoxidil, topical finasteride, and oral dutasteride. Other users suggest keto shampoo, lifestyle changes, and low light laser therapy.

community My scalp punch biopsy results🤔?

in Female 7 upvotes 2 years ago

Female using Rogaine foam for hair loss had scalp punch biopsy, diagnosed with Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA). Doctor recommended starting Spironolactone 50mg.

community Can I punch someone if they make fun of my hair loss, just like Will Smith did?

in Chat 448 upvotes 2 years ago

Hair loss's social impact, focusing on Will Smith defending Jada Pinkett Smith's alopecia. The conversation highlights double standards between men and women experiencing hair loss and emphasizes empathy.

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