14 citations
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March 2016 in “Mechanisms of Development” This study found that BNC2 is critical for hair follicle regeneration and other developmental processes, as Bnc2−/− mice exhibit incomplete hair follicle development and developmental defects, and BNC1 cannot substitute for BNC2.
10 citations
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November 2018 in “The Italian Journal of Pediatrics/Italian journal of pediatrics” This case report identifies a mutation in the TRPS1 gene, leading to the diagnosis of trichorhinophalangeal syndrome type I in a young girl and her family, highlighting the importance of detailed clinical and family history for proper diagnosis.
9 citations
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May 2014 in “BMC medical genetics” In this case report, the authors suggest that a novel enhancer element's translocation near the TRPS1 gene may contribute to the TRPS phenotype, expanding understanding of the syndrome's genetic basis.
March 2026 in “The Open Dentistry Journal” This study found significant gender-based differences in forehead dimensions among 297 participants, with males showing larger vertical measurements, which could inform applications in forensic identification, cosmetic surgery, and anthropological research.
82 citations
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May 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” This narrative review discusses the role of injectable biomaterials in dental tissue regeneration, highlighting their suitability for treating small, hard-to-access oral defects compared to pre-formed scaffolds, and explores the potential use of nanofibers in dental applications.
23 citations
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May 2023 in “Cell Proliferation” This review highlights the critical role of TGF-β and FGF signaling pathways in the development and regeneration of skin layers, particularly the dermis, and discusses their significance in advancing future clinical applications in dermatology.
10 citations
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May 2018 in “Forensic Science International” This study concluded that the process of mummification disfigures facial features, making identification challenging, but commercial shrunken heads retain more defining features compared to ceremonial ones.
10 citations
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January 2014 in “BioMed research international” In this study, dermal papilla cells from rat vibrissae showed potential for treating CNS injuries by secreting neurotrophic factors and promoting neuronal differentiation more effectively than bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells.
4 citations
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January 2023 in “Journal of Clinical Investigation” This study identified a recurrent mutation in the endothelin receptor type A associated with mandibulofacial dysostosis with alopecia, and proposed a mechanism involving increased ligand affinity due to structural changes.
2 citations
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January 2025 in “Development” In this study, researchers explored ear pinna development in two rodent species and identified that BMP5 plays a crucial role in chondroblast proliferation but not in their initial specification, with implications for understanding tissue differentiation and potential impacts on reconstructive surgery.
2 citations
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January 2024 in “Revista Paulista de Pediatria” In this case report, researchers described a 6-year-old girl with severe mandibuloacral dysplasia type A, noting unique physical deformities and a rare homozygous LMNA gene mutation not commonly associated with the condition.
2 citations
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January 2021 in “American Journal of Case Reports” This case report details a 13-year-old Thai boy with Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome, who presented with cardiovascular complications, including coronary artery calcification and non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction.
2 citations
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February 2007 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” This review discusses the second edition of "Plastic Surgery" edited by Stephen Mathes, emphasizing its comprehensive nature and influence on the field, but reports no new clinical results.
June 2026 in “British Journal of Dermatology” In this case report, researchers observed a Slovakian neonate with a rare EGFR genetic mutation who presented with severe neonatal dermatoses, ichthyosis, and multisystem complications, emphasizing the significance of genetic diagnosis for such complex conditions.
April 2025 in “Scholars International Journal of Anatomy and Physiology” This study examined hairline patterns among the Etche people in Rivers State, Nigeria, and found straight-lined hairlines to be the most common, observed in 34.4% of participants, with significant differences in hairline dimensions by gender and marital status, but not by religious affiliation.
December 2021 in “Morphologia” This article reviews the characteristics and therapeutic potential of neural crest cells from various sources, including embryonic and mature stem cells, but reports no new experimental results.
July 2018 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Nursing” This research abstract provides information about the publisher, Wolters Kluwer Health, and the journal's subscription services, but it doesn’t describe a specific study or research findings. Results are not reported.
June 2002 in “Surgery (oxford)” This review discusses the post-burn deformities seen after healing from acute burns and emphasizes the need for integrated, multidisciplinary management to prevent these sequelae; it reports no new clinical results.
April 2018 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study found distinct gene expression profiles in the parietal and occipital scalp of individuals with androgenetic alopecia, linked to developmental origins and susceptibility to hair loss, offering insights into genetic and epigenetic factors involved in AGA.
April 2023 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” This study identified ectomesenchyme as a major source of epidermal stem cells in mouse skin, with ectomesenchymal keratinocytes occupying a significant portion of the epidermal stem cell-enriched population.
28 citations
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July 2013 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” In this study, hair follicle transplantation on scars showed varied success rates, with burn scars achieving better results than incision scars, and often requiring multiple procedures for optimal outcomes.
17 citations
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August 2014 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” In this study on rats, botulinum toxin–A injection was reported to reduce contraction in wounds and skin grafts, with changes in inflammation and collagen arrangement also observed.
15 citations
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June 2015 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” This study suggests that surgical intervention for scalp infantile hemangiomas, often necessary due to complications like alopecia and ulceration, generally leads to good aesthetic outcomes and satisfactory hair growth.
10 citations
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May 2012 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” This case report describes a successful frontal region reconstruction using Cerament for a 50-year-old man, resulting in satisfactory forehead morphology and improved appearance four years post-surgery.
9 citations
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June 2014 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” The authors concluded that using an expanded temporoparieto-occipital scalp flap for sideburn reconstruction provides satisfactory hair direction and inconspicuous scars in both the donor and recipient areas, with few complications.
9 citations
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May 2012 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” This study reports that reconstructing perioral soft tissue defects with submental tissue resulted in satisfactory aesthetic outcomes and minimal donor-site morbidity.
7 citations
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October 2018 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” In this study, researchers observed the patterns of hair distribution and scalp anatomy in Chinese young adult males, finding significant variations in hairline shape, hair density, and follicular unit structure.
6 citations
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June 2016 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” This study reports that using a combined approach of free osteoseptocutaneous fibula flap and temporal artery-based scalp flap provided satisfactory aesthetic and functional outcomes in reconstructing gunshot-inflicted composite mandibular defects in males.
4 citations
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November 2020 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” This study found that scalp micropigmentation minimized visible fading over time and led to high patient satisfaction in treating scalp pigmentation issues, with all participants willing to recommend the procedure.
2 citations
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July 2018 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” This study found that adding inferior turbinate reduction to septorhinoplasty improved nasal function significantly more than septorhinoplasty alone, based on visual analogue scale scores and acoustic rhinometry measurements.