New treatments for vitiligo may focus on protecting melanocyte stem cells from stress and targeting specific pathways involved in the condition.
1 citations,
March 2018 in “Cureus” Scrotal rejuvenation treats aging-related changes in men's scrotum using methods like medication, hair transplantation, and surgery.
13 citations,
August 2016 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Using normal saline in vertical extraction for hair transplants reduces donor area injury more than acute extraction.
November 2023 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” Choosing between follicular unit extraction and strip harvesting for hair restoration depends on the patient's individual goals and the pros and cons of each method.
14 citations,
February 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Best hair transplant results happen when tissues are least damaged.
August 2014 in “Plastic Surgery” Dr. WP Unger suggested that traditional strip harvesting might be better for hair transplants than Follicular Unit Extraction due to higher hair survival rates and less risk of a patchy look at the donor site.
1 citations,
January 2014 in “Hair transplant forum international” Heavy smoking and other factors may lead to reduced blood flow and tissue death after hair transplant surgery.
1 citations,
January 1985 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” The document recommends careful planning and techniques for successful punch hair grafting in hair restoration.
October 2010 in “Journal of Drugs in Dermatology” In 2010, Marco Toscani's team introduced a new scalpel for hair transplants that cuts parallel to hair follicles, reducing hair loss and improving on previous methods.
February 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Best hair transplant results happen when tissues are least damaged.
February 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Nonshaven follicular unit extraction is a highly satisfactory method for restoring pubic hair.
1 citations,
May 2021 in “Hair transplant forum international” Using hair grafts from outside the safe zone requires careful placement to improve their survival and effectiveness.
1 citations,
July 2021 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” The new triangular flag-shaped design for incisions in hair transplant surgery provides better hair alignment and cosmetic appearance without extra scarring, especially for patients with specific hair directions.
28 citations,
July 2011 in “Journal of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery” A patient had skin tissue death at the hair removal site after a hair transplant, which was treated with surgery.
10 citations,
January 2013 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Narrower donor strips and special closure techniques in hair transplants lead to smaller scars and happier patients.
8 citations,
June 2001 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology” Use shallow cuts, small tissue removal, careful suturing, and keep the area moist to reduce scarring in hair transplants.
March 2021 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Trapezoid donor strips give more hair follicles than elliptical ones in hair transplants.
14 citations,
November 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Hair transplant complications can be avoided with proper training and understanding.
3 citations,
February 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Long hair FUE, a hair transplant without shaving, is becoming more popular and surgeons should learn it.
3 citations,
April 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” The micrometer caliper is a reliable tool for measuring hair diameter for FUE surgery.
December 2016 in “Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery” IFHUT shows better hair growth than FUE, but needs improvements in positioning, speed, and accuracy.
4 citations,
May 2005 in “Seminars in Plastic Surgery” Carlos Oscar Uebel developed a hair transplant method that looks natural, has low risk, and shows full growth in 6-12 months.
2 citations,
January 2019 in “PubMed” The study concluded that certain areas of the scalp and beard are safe for hair transplant donor sites in Indian men.
1 citations,
February 2021 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Artificial hair implants can quickly improve looks and life quality, but they have risks like infection and early fiber loss, so more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
5 citations,
November 2002 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Storing hair follicles at -20°C keeps them good for up to 15 days, which may help with hair transplants.
April 2021 in “Advances in Cosmetic Surgery” Hair restoration can be achieved through non-surgical treatments like minoxidil, antiandrogens, phototherapy, and PRP procedures, or through surgical methods like hair transplantation. Continued treatment is needed to maintain results, and full results are visible after 12-18 months.
4 citations,
February 2017 in “Archives of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” Double-layer scalp wound closure is better than single-layer closure after strip hair transplant surgery.
4 citations,
January 2020 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Keloid scars can form after hair transplant surgery and should be prevented and treated early.
14 citations,
November 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Advanced therapies like gene, cell, and tissue engineering show promise for hair regrowth in alopecia, but their safety and effectiveness need more verification.
10 citations,
August 2015 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Successful eyebrow restoration can be done using careful hair transplant techniques and choosing the right patients.