67 citations,
October 1997 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The EpiLight Hair Removal System removed about 60% of hair with some side effects, and more research is needed to confirm long-term effectiveness.
55 citations,
June 2013 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Ablative fractional resurfacing could improve how well topical drugs penetrate the skin, but more research is needed to fine-tune the method.
51 citations,
November 2010 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The research provides specific measurements for hair follicles that can improve hair transplant and regeneration techniques.
49 citations,
August 2007 in “Dermatologic surgery” New treatments for acne scars are safer and more effective because we understand the causes better.
33 citations,
January 2021 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Low-Level Light Therapy (LLLT) is a safe and effective method for skin rejuvenation, acne treatment, wound healing, body contouring, and hair growth, but more well-designed trials are needed for confirmation.
25 citations,
May 2020 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” The regenerative solution, tSVF, is a safe and effective treatment for various conditions like aged skin, scars, wounds, and more, but more research is needed to find the best way to use it.
10 citations,
July 2019 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Facial hair transplantation has improved to give natural-looking beards and eyebrows with proper technique and patient care.
5 citations,
June 2016 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Hair restoration for East Asians should consider their unique characteristics like head shape, hair thickness, and hair density, and use modified procedures and treatments to minimize scarring and maintain hair density.
5 citations,
December 2011 in “Canadian Journal of Plastic Surgery” Hair grafts can successfully reconstruct a beard on reconstructed jaw skin, improving appearance and patient satisfaction.
5 citations,
May 2005 in “Seminars in Plastic Surgery” Hair transplantation using micrografts and minigrafts is effective and safe for facial and scalp reconstruction with natural-looking results.
3 citations,
April 2020 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Beard hair transplantation is generally satisfying, requires 250-800 grafts, uses FUE to avoid scars, needs careful planning, has some risks, and hair regrowth starts after 4-6 months.
1 citations,
January 2001 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Pulsed dye laser and hydrogel dressings effectively treat hypertrophic scars.
April 2017 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” Fetal scalp cells have more regenerative genes than adult cells, and decellularized muscle matrix is better for muscle repair than commercial alternatives.
September 2007 in “Dermatologic Surgery” 3% hydrogen peroxide does not reduce hair graft survival compared to saline.
July 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Some people's hair turned white or gray after using intense pulsed light for hair removal, and for some, it was permanent.
66 citations,
June 2015 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Platelet preparations generally show positive effects on wound healing and facial rejuvenation, but more thorough research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
37 citations,
August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Facial hair restoration is generally successful and satisfying for patients when done with quality techniques and realistic expectations.
33 citations,
September 2016 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Fractional resurfacing is safe and effective for certain skin conditions in Asian patients, but care must be taken to avoid skin pigmentation issues.
25 citations,
January 2001 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” Both tissue expansion and serial excision are effective for scar revision in the head and neck area.
19 citations,
August 2011 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Hair grafting is a key method for improving scars, especially in areas with hair, by transplanting hair to hide the scar while maintaining its original characteristics.
19 citations,
February 2008 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” The article concludes that microvascular free flaps, especially the latissimus dorsi flap, are recommended for large scalp reconstructions, and hair transplantation offers high survival rates and excellent aesthetic results.
18 citations,
November 2007 in “Annals of Surgery” Finasteride reduces inflammation and improves immune response after trauma by altering hormone levels.
14 citations,
May 2011 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Laser hair removal is effective for dark hair but needs improvement for nonpigmented or fine hairs.
12 citations,
March 2019 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Low-level laser therapy improves hair growth and dermal papilla cell function.
11 citations,
August 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Adipose-derived stem cells show potential for skin rejuvenation and wound healing but require more research to overcome challenges and ensure safety.
8 citations,
March 2009 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” The "flying-wings" scalp flap technique is a simple, safe, and effective way to reconstruct large areas of scalp loss in children.
4 citations,
January 2008 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” Improve skin paddle appearance after head and neck reconstruction using tissue expansion, rearrangement, and flaps.
3 citations,
July 2021 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” PHAT may improve hair growth better than PRP alone.
2 citations,
June 2019 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” Medical tattooing improves appearance and quality of life, but has potential risks.
April 2005 in “Clinics in Plastic Surgery” Various surgical techniques effectively treat skin diseases and cosmetic issues.