September 2023 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” In their commentary, the authors introduce additional cosmetic procedures—thread lifts, temporal lifting with dermal fillers, and facelifts—that may lead to type 2 pressure alopecia, expanding the understanding of this condition's potential causes beyond the original classification tied to cosmetic injections and sustained external pressure.
This study reviews the increasing interest and reduced stigma surrounding men's plastic and cosmetic surgery, focusing on procedures like neuromodulator injections and hair transplants, highlighting their gender-specific aspects over the past decade.
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June 2018 in “The Journal of Dermatology” This case report from The Journal of Dermatology describes an instance of infective endocarditis linked to implanted artificial hair pyoderma, with no new generalizable results reported.
April 1946 in “Archives of Dermatology” This report describes two cases of tinea capitis: one resistant to local iodine treatment after partial improvement, and another cured with the same treatment, in African American and Caucasian children, respectively.
November 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This case report highlights a rare instance of filler-induced alopecia in a young woman following hyaluronic acid filler injections, showing successful hair regrowth and scar resolution through multidisciplinary treatment including hyaluronidase and other therapies, emphasizing early recognition and intervention.
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September 2015 in “Medical Clinics of North America” This article reviews common dermatologic procedures, focusing on skin biopsy techniques, with no new clinical results reported.
August 2026 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that Plinest injections improved skin hydration and elasticity in the face, neck, and décolleté and were well-tolerated, with high patient satisfaction over a 4-month follow-up.
January 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetics, Dermatological Sciences and Applications” This study found that electronically-operated pneumatic injections for administering a peptide-hyaluronic acid combination were well tolerated and led to significant improvement in hair density and thickness for men with androgenic alopecia over six months, though the exact mechanism remains uncertain.
July 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy” This case study reported rare alopecia resulting from a hyaluronic acid filler injection, noting approximately 80% hair regrowth after treatment with topical minoxidil.
April 2024 in “International Journal of Dermatology” This study reviewed cases of filler-induced alopecia and found that hyaluronic acid injections were most commonly associated with this condition, highlighting that hyaluronidase treatments can rapidly restore hair density, while alternative interventions need further exploration.
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May 2023 in “JAAD case reports” This study highlights the significant risk of vascular embolism associated with hyaluronic acid filler injections, emphasizing concerns about potential irreversible damage when fillers are injected in "unexplored" facial areas due to complex and variable facial anatomy.
February 2026 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” This case study reports significant hair regrowth in a 29-year-old female with filler-induced alopecia after treatment with concentrated growth factor injections, suggesting it as a promising alternative therapy to standard hyaluronidase injections.
April 2024 in “Skin health and disease” In this case study, a patient developed parieto-temporal pain, tissue necrosis, and alopecia after receiving a hyaluronic acid injection for temporal augmentation, which was effectively treated with hyaluronidase and aspirin.
April 2023 in “Clinical and experimental dermatology” This case study highlights the rare occurrence of scarring and nonscarring alopecia following vascular occlusion from dermal filler injections, with the researchers suggesting that a combined treatment including hydroxychloroquine might improve outcomes for this complication.
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November 2018 in “Aesthetic plastic surgery” In this study, autologous fibroblasts combined with keratin gel were reported to effectively and safely improve tear trough deformities up to 24 months post-injection, with no severe adverse effects observed.
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June 2017 in “Aesthetic plastic surgery” This study reported that novel adipose slurry injections improved rhytides and dermis density in patients receiving facial wrinkle treatments based on evaluations at multiple follow-up intervals.
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January 2019 in “Skin appendage disorders” This article reports a case of a 30-year-old woman developing alopecia after a hyaluronic acid injection, with trichoscopic findings described for the first time.
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July 2025 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine” In this review, experts discuss the low but significant risk of serious eye complications from popular minimally invasive cosmetic procedures like fillers and botulinum toxin injections, underscoring the need for awareness, careful patient selection, and adherence to safe practices to help prevent these outcomes.
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October 2010 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” In this study, Juvéderm repeat treatments maintained wrinkle correction in nasolabial folds for up to 21 months and required significantly less filler than the initial treatment, indicating potential benefits for patients.
August 2023 in “Diagnostics” This study observed that using ultra-high-frequency ultrasound with 70 MHz probes effectively assessed the distribution of hyaluronic acid fillers and improvements in nasolabial fold wrinkles, with significant changes in dermal thickness and wrinkle scores maintained 24 weeks after treatment.
This report describes a rare case of kerion in a 6-year-old boy in Ireland, treated with oral Itraconazole and steroids, highlighting the condition's unusual occurrence in the region.
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December 2023 in “Vestnik stomatologii i čelustno-licevoj hirurgii” This study examined a case of vascular complication following the use of hyaluronic acid-based fillers in lateral temporal lifting, resulting in livedo reticularis, alopecia, and painful injection area requiring three months of treatment.
October 2018 in “Clinical approaches and procedures in cosmetic dermatology” This source reviews the use of hyaluronic acid fillers for lip augmentation and correction, highlighting their safety and effectiveness, while noting potential adverse effects and the importance of managing complications.
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October 2015 in “Journal of bioactive and compatible polymers” This study found that keratin hydrogels extracted from human hair showed potential as biodegradable and biocompatible filler materials, promoting angiogenesis and cell proliferation in rat models.
June 2020 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology” This pilot study suggests that a new preparation of platelet-rich plasma gel may improve symptoms and tissue regeneration in patients with en coup de sabre scleroderma, though further trials are needed to clarify its role.
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May 2002 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” This study reports cases of arterial embolization occurring due to the injection of hyaluronic acid (Restylane®).
In this study, PDLLA treatment in middle-aged mice was observed to enhance hair growth by increasing macrophage M2 polarization and hair follicle stem cell proliferation, potentially rejuvenating the skin's microenvironment and offering a novel approach for age-related hair loss.
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August 2016 in “Journal of women & aging” This study found that women with negative or mixed feelings about Botox and facial fillers reported diverse and sometimes persistent physical and psychological impacts, feeling commodified, fractured, abandoned, reflective, and transformed.
December 2017 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” This article discusses misconceptions surrounding level 7 qualifications in aesthetic training and emphasizes the importance of selecting reputable training providers, without presenting new research results.
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January 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” This review discusses the use of aesthetic treatments for medical purposes and their therapeutic potential but provides no new clinical results.