15 citations,
January 1996 in “Lasers in Surgery and Medicine” Lasers in hair transplantation may have potential but require caution due to possible damage and reduced graft survival.
14 citations,
November 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Hair transplant complications can be avoided with proper training and understanding.
13 citations,
May 2004 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Surgeons need to understand natural hair patterns for better hair restoration results.
12 citations,
April 2020 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Hair transplant complications are rare with good planning and technique, but risks include infection, bleeding, and patient dissatisfaction.
12 citations,
August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Hair transplantation is the only permanent solution for female pattern hair loss and can greatly improve quality of life with careful planning.
10 citations,
January 2011 in “Case reports in dermatological medicine” Hair transplant surgery effectively treated a specific type of hair loss and is recommended as a primary treatment option.
9 citations,
October 1988 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Hair loss is caused by genetics and hormones, diagnosed through examination and biopsy, and treated with medications or surgery.
8 citations,
October 2021 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery/Indian journal of plastic surgery” Hair transplants are mostly safe but can have minor complications.
7 citations,
October 2018 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” About 21.3% of young, healthy Chinese men experience hair loss. Hairlines are mostly linear or have a central protrusion. Hair is densest on the top and back of the head, and hair follicles usually have 1 or 2 hairs. This information can help in designing hair restoration procedures.
4 citations,
June 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” The new A-design punch for hair restoration surgery may lead to smaller scars compared to other types.
4 citations,
January 2005 in “Elsevier eBooks” Follicular Unit Transplantation is a precise hair restoration technique that requires careful planning and a skilled team, and Follicular Unit Extraction offers a less invasive option.
4 citations,
March 2002 in “Hair transplant forum international” Using tumescent anesthesia in hair restoration surgery is safe and effective for long-lasting scalp numbness and reducing bleeding.
3 citations,
August 2017 in “PubMed” A man got a scalp infection from synthetic hair implants because the procedure wasn't done by a doctor and was poorly managed.
3 citations,
March 1994 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” Using a tungsten needle for scalp reduction surgery improves healing, reduces hair loss, and lessens scarring.
3 citations,
June 1989 in “Diseases of the Colon & Rectum” Some patients temporarily lost hair after a certain bowel surgery, but it grew back without needing special treatment.
2 citations,
November 2017 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” Using a wall mirror to design the hairline in hair restoration surgery is simple, cheap, and effective for natural-looking results.
2 citations,
August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” The conclusion is that careful planning and technique in hair transplant surgery are crucial for successful graft harvesting and minimizing scars, with proper aftercare to avoid complications.
2 citations,
November 2007 in “Hair transplant forum international” The conclusion is that hair transplant surgery should use microscopically dissected natural hair groupings and some new terms were suggested for clarity.
2 citations,
October 1997 in “Dermatologic Clinics” The document concludes that advancements in hair restoration surgery have led to more natural results and patient satisfaction, with hope for future improvements in treatment.
1 citations,
October 2021 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” Hair transplant surgeons need to recognize different scalp conditions that look like common hair loss to choose the right treatment and avoid mistakes.
1 citations,
January 2017 in “Journal of Aesthetic & Reconstructive Surgery” Combining FUT and FUE hair transplant methods in one session provides more grafts and higher patient satisfaction.
1 citations,
March 2014 in “Hair transplant forum international” Dr. Steve Gabel developed a method for consistent before and after photos in hair transplant surgery using specific camera settings and patient positioning.
Autonomous robotic surgery is advancing but still requires human supervision for complex procedures.
January 2018 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” A manual blood cell counter was effectively used to count hair follicles during surgery, being user-friendly and cost-effective but limited by a three-digit display.
September 2017 in “Springer eBooks” Older East and Southeast Asian men need less hair density for hair restoration satisfaction, and natural hairline features should guide surgery plans.
January 2017 in “Springer eBooks” Over 40% of postmenopausal women experience hair loss, with treatments aiming to stop further loss and possibly thicken hair.
July 2015 in “Hair transplant forum international” The 2015 ISHRS workshop in Denver successfully improved training for hair restoration surgery assistants.
A new method using stamps improves symmetry in hair restoration surgery.
September 2013 in “中国医师杂志” Human scalp hair follicles grow well in Williams E medium, which may help with hair transplants.
Low-level light therapy may reduce hair loss and improve hair quality but it's unclear who benefits most.