12 citations,
June 2012 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Hair transplantation effectively treated a woman's patchy hair loss when other treatments failed.
9 citations,
December 1984 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” Layered suture closure for hair transplant donor sites results in smaller scars and easier future harvesting but takes more time and may temporarily increase hair shedding.
51 citations,
January 2006 in “Wound Repair and Regeneration” MRL/MpJ mice's skin wounds heal with scars, unlike their ear wounds which can regenerate.
12 citations,
January 2016 in “Skin appendage disorders” Hair restoration surgery can potentially treat primary scarring alopecias, but it's important to start early medication, ensure patient remission before transplant, and monitor after surgery.
14 citations,
September 2010 in “Annals of Plastic Surgery” Hair restoration has evolved from surgery to drugs to potential gene therapy, with improved results and ongoing research driven by high demand.
13 citations,
March 2015 in “Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open” Leg hair can be used for eyelash transplants, resulting in fuller lashes with less maintenance.
5 citations,
August 2005 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Midface surgery complications are generally rare and manageable with skilled surgery and informed patients.
5 citations,
May 2004 in “Dermatologic Surgery” A hair restoration technique was introduced that mixes different types of hair groupings to reduce procedure time, limit damage, and potentially increase hair density, suggesting more hair can be transplanted than previously thought.
3 citations,
October 2010 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The new surgical technique for vitiligo is effective, safe, and cost-efficient.
October 2023 in “Archives of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Blepharoptosis surgery usually lowers the eyebrows, especially near the nose.
April 2018 in “British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery” The Gillies temporal incision is a safer and more cosmetically appealing method for biopsy of the superficial temporal artery.
June 2005 in “British Journal of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery” Advancements in aesthetic surgery from 2002-2003 include improved skin resurfacing, effective migraine surgery, satisfying hair transplants, alternative treatments for skin nevi, successful endoscopic midface enhancement, and safe techniques for facial rejuvenation.
23 citations,
March 2001 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Hair restoration surgery techniques have evolved, with focus on patient selection and realistic goals, and future advancements may include cloning and gene therapy.
19 citations,
February 2012 in “International Journal of Urology” In Japan, sex reassignment surgery for gender identity disorder faces challenges and needs better medical support and education.
7 citations,
July 2014 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Different ethnic hair traits must be considered for successful hair restoration surgery to achieve natural-looking results.
2 citations,
January 2020 in “Elsevier eBooks” The document concludes that individualized Facial Feminization Surgery plans and comprehensive care are crucial for successful outcomes.
12 citations,
January 2007 in “Current problems in dermatology” Environmental and cosmetic factors, including heat, chemicals, and sun exposure, can cause hair loss and damage.
10 citations,
January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks” Burn scars heal abnormally and more research is needed to find better treatments.
3 citations,
January 2012 in “Elsevier eBooks” Burn scars form abnormally due to changes in wound healing, and more research is needed to improve treatments.
July 2003 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Various skin conditions like cutaneous lupus erythematosus, psoriasis, and basal cell carcinoma can be effectively treated with antihypertensive agents, NB-UVB phototherapy, and imiquimod cream respectively. Vaccines are effective against genital herpes and HPV-16 infection. Early intervention is crucial for conditions like diabetic foot ulcers and neonatal herpes. Certain dyes can cause hand dermatitis, and there's a link between smoking/drinking and psoriasis in men. No direct link was found between low iron levels and chronic hair loss in women.
January 1970 in “Bangladesh journal of plastic surgery” Robotic hair transplantation surgery is generally effective with high satisfaction rates and minimal complications.
7 citations,
April 2011 in “Expert review of dermatology” The document concludes that patients with skin of color need specialized dermatological care and education to manage unique skin conditions effectively.
2 citations,
March 2021 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Follicular unit transplantation is a highly effective and safe treatment for female pattern hair loss.
3 citations,
October 2021 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” Strip harvest hair transplants produce natural-looking results and have a high success rate with minimal damage to hair follicles.
11 citations,
June 2005 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Lasers in hair transplantation show promise but are not yet standard, with current methods causing some side effects and needles still being preferred for creating recipient sites.
8 citations,
April 2020 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Follicular Unit Transplantation is a reliable hair restoration method with a high success rate and minimal scarring.
9 citations,
January 2018 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open” Using PDRN injections and RF treatments improved revision nose surgery results without major side effects.
September 2023 in “Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dermatology” A new surgical method using special sutures significantly reduced wound size and prevented disease return in patients with a scarring scalp condition.
11 citations,
January 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Using minoxidil before and after facelift surgery can effectively prevent temporary hair loss without causing other complications.
3 citations,
October 2021 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” Follicular unit extraction is a hair transplant method that can leave small scars and uses various tools for harvesting hair from different body parts.