11 citations,
January 2020 in “Skin appendage disorders” Low-level laser therapy safely and effectively improves hair growth and coverage for male and female pattern hair loss.
February 2023 in “Journal of Advanced Research” A new method using Platelet-rich Plasma (PRP) in a microneedle can promote hair regrowth more efficiently and is painless, minimally invasive, and affordable.
4 citations,
September 2020 in “PeerJ” Platelet factor 4 slows down hair growth and could make hair loss treatments more effective if removed.
11 citations,
December 1921 in “Archives of dermatology and syphilology” A rare scalp disease causes hair loss, pus-filled nodules, and scarring.
6 citations,
January 2010 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Follicular Unit Hair Transplantation has become a less invasive procedure with natural results, suitable for certain adults with hair loss.
January 2024 in “Skin appendage disorders” Using growth factors and microneedling shows promise for hair regrowth in Alopecia Areata, but more research is needed.
19 citations,
April 2010 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Partial hair follicle extraction can effectively double the number of hair follicles for transplants, with most surviving and growing normally after a year.
9 citations,
January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” New hair transplant method allows for hair regrowth in the donor area and less scarring.
10 citations,
May 2014 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” Hair transplantation using PLFUT is effective for eyebrow restoration with natural-looking results and no scarring.
20 citations,
December 2010 in “Burns” PL-FUT is an effective hair restoration method for burn victims with minimal scarring and high patient satisfaction.
October 2019 in “Skin appendage disorders” The vitreous membrane in hair follicles changes shape during the hair cycle and may affect hair growth and nutrient exchange.
5 citations,
November 2011 in “Expert Review of Dermatology” The document concludes that early diagnosis and a comprehensive treatment plan are crucial for managing hair loss in children, with a focus on both medical and psychological support.
7 citations,
January 2016 in “Methods in molecular biology” Mouse hair follicle stem cells were successfully isolated and used to regenerate hair follicles with two different methods.
499 citations,
September 2011 in “Cell” Fat-related cells are important for initiating hair growth.
39 citations,
October 2013 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Human alpha defensin 5 helps heal wounds, reduce bacteria, and grow hair on burned skin.
3 citations,
May 2021 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” FUE is a versatile hair transplant technique with many uses and good outcomes when performed with skill.
June 2008 in “Springer eBooks” The document concludes that permanent hair loss conditions are complex, require early specific treatments, and "secondary permanent alopecias" might be a more accurate term than "secondary cicatricial alopecia."
20 citations,
July 2008 in “Dermatologic Therapy” The document says that treating the root cause of hair follicle damage is crucial to prevent permanent hair loss, and treatment options vary.
110 citations,
August 2016 in “Drugs” Minoxidil is the only FDA-approved topical drug for treating male or female pattern hair loss, and other medications like finasteride and dutasteride can also increase hair growth.
January 2015 in “Indian Journal of Medical Biochemistry” Men with early balding should be checked for metabolic syndrome, as there's a link between the two.
8 citations,
January 2015 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Hair restoration techniques have improved but still rely on limited donor hair, with new methods like cloning and gene therapy being explored.
75 citations,
March 2014 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Aging mice have slower hair regeneration due to changes in signal balance, but the environment, not stem cell loss, controls this, suggesting treatments could focus on environmental factors.
13 citations,
October 2002 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” The upper half of a human hair follicle can grow a new hair in a mouse, but success is rare.
1 citations,
March 2009 in “Hair transplant forum international” The author believes that in hair restoration, creating an illusion of coverage is more important than perfection, and managing expectations and improving average results should be prioritized over promising unrealistic outcomes.
8 citations,
July 2010 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Adding more glutathione to the preservation solution doesn't reduce oxidative stress in hair transplants.
25 citations,
June 2022 in “Developmental cell” Overactivating Hedgehog signaling makes hair follicle cells in mice grow hair faster and create more follicles.
November 2016 in “Regenerative Medicine” In September 2016, there were major advancements and promising clinical trials in stem cell research and regenerative medicine.
16 citations,
August 2019 in “Cell Proliferation” Keratinocytes help keep hair follicle cells and skin cells separate in 3D cultures, which is important for hair growth research.
August 2001 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The KNU implanter for hair transplants showed a high survival rate of 90%+ for transplanted hairs after 6 months, with benefits like natural hair direction and fewer scars.
176 citations,
April 2011 in “Science” Hair stem cell regeneration is controlled by signals that can explain different hair growth patterns and baldness.