15 citations,
January 1999 in “Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery” Advancements in hair transplantation have resulted in more natural-looking hair and increased patient satisfaction.
14 citations,
November 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” PRP therapy safely improves hair growth in people with hair loss.
12 citations,
September 2012 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Adding de-epithelialization to the follicular isolation technique improves hair transplant results for eyebrows and eyelashes.
Using microneedling with PRP improves skin and hair conditions more than microneedling alone.
1 citations,
October 2018 in “InTech eBooks” The document concludes that treatments for cicatricial alopecia are not well-supported by evidence, but hair transplantation shows more predictable and satisfactory results.
1 citations,
May 2014 in “Hair transplant forum international” Rogaine can stop hair loss in women, and other treatments like certain pills, light therapy, and special shampoos may also work.
May 2024 in “Journal of drug delivery and therapeutics” PRP therapy helps improve hair growth and is safe for treating hair loss.
September 2023 in “Medical & Clinical Case Reports Journal” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) may increase hair density and thickness in Androgenetic Alopecia, but it's not significantly better than a placebo.
April 2022 in “Medicinus” Effective treatments for common hair loss are limited and may have side effects, leading to patient disappointment and treatment discontinuation.
January 2022 in “Journal of Healthcare Sciences” Male Androgenetic Alopecia, a common hair loss in men, can be slowed and partially restored with treatments like minoxidil and finasteride, or hair transplantation. Serenoa repens may be an alternative treatment. More research is needed for new treatments.
17 citations,
August 2015 in “Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy” The document concludes that oral finasteride and topical minoxidil are effective for genetic hair loss, while other treatments for different types of hair loss show promise but need more research.
September 2013 in “Science” Certain astrocytes can protect the brain and improve recovery after a stroke, and a hair loss drug might reduce cancer spread.
September 2013 in “Science” Special astroglia cells improved stroke recovery in rats, a hair growth drug reduced cancer spread, and tiny magnesium structures were more easily shaped.
January 2023 in “Nanomedicine & nanotechnology open access” Microneedling is a promising, simple, and cost-effective treatment for hair loss that works well with other therapies.
3 citations,
January 2018 in “BioMed Research International” Achieving perfect facial plastic surgery requires personalized plans, proper patient selection, advanced techniques, and ongoing surgeon education.
19 citations,
August 2019 in “Seminars in Plastic Surgery” Platelet-rich plasma is beneficial in various plastic surgery applications, but more research is needed to standardize its use.
6 citations,
March 2018 in “Hair transplant forum international” The Graft Quality Index grades hair transplant grafts to predict placement difficulty and surgery results.
PRP is promising for skin, hair, and wound treatments but needs standardized methods and more research.
November 2012 in “Hair transplant forum international” Hair loss patients may often have Body Dysmorphic Disorder, and proper psychological assessment and treatment can help.
February 2010 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Tailoring facial plastic surgery to different ethnic groups ensures natural and satisfactory results.
The document concludes that a Quality Management System is crucial for maintaining product quality through innovation and proper technology transfer in the pharmaceutical industry.
38 citations,
February 2016 in “Surgery Journal” Facial plastic surgery has evolved to focus on less invasive techniques and innovative technologies for cosmetic and reconstructive procedures.
26 citations,
July 2021 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” The review suggests that a special cell-derived treatment shows promise for various skin conditions and hair growth but needs more research for confirmation.
20 citations,
May 2015 in “Regenerative Medicine” The document warns against US clinics selling untested stem cell treatments without FDA approval.
18 citations,
March 2018 in “Archives of Plastic Surgery” The superficial temporal artery flap is a reliable method for reconstructing complex facial defects with minimal complications.
16 citations,
February 2010 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Dr. Samuel M. Lam's article concludes that skilled facial fat grafting can effectively restore facial volume and serve as a complement or alternative to traditional face-lifting methods.
1 citations,
February 2018 in “Journal of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery” The U.K. created the CPSA to set safety standards for non-surgical cosmetic treatments and improve patient protection.
June 2023 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery – Global Open” Exosomes may improve skin, scars, hair growth, and fat grafts in plastic surgery, but more research is needed.
July 2019 in “Journal of Aesthetic Nursing” The JCCP's Premises Standards aim to make non-surgical cosmetic treatments safer and higher quality.
November 2016 in “Therapeutic Delivery” New drugs for Alzheimer's and rheumatoid arthritis advanced, a Zika vaccine is in development, and there were business deals in anesthesia and oncology.