August 2009 in “Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” Hair transplantation and micrografting are effective for cosmetic facial enhancement, requiring careful technique and postoperative care for successful outcomes.
September 2007 in “Dermatologic Surgery” 3% hydrogen peroxide does not reduce hair graft survival compared to saline.
May 2005 in “Seminars in Plastic Surgery” The document concludes that using small hair grafts has improved facial and scalp hair restoration.
September 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The recipient site can affect the growth and survival of transplanted hair but not its thickness.
June 1997 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” Reharvesting hair from donor sites using punch and strip methods can provide more hair for transplants and improve scar appearance.
December 2002 in “Operative Techniques in Otolaryngology-head and Neck Surgery” Manage hair loss from trauma with scalp expansion, advancement flaps, and hair transplantation.
70 citations,
February 2015 in “Expert Opinion on Drug Discovery” Topical drugs and near-infrared light therapy show potential for treating alopecia.
43 citations,
October 2003 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Hair transplanting is a useful, often overlooked treatment for female pattern hair loss.
31 citations,
May 2008 in “Drug Discovery Today: Disease Mechanisms” Different hair growth problems are caused by genetic issues or changes in hair growth cycles, and new treatments are being developed.
22 citations,
January 2017 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” Body hair transplants can treat baldness but differ from scalp hair and need more research on long-term results and side effects.
18 citations,
October 2012 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Early diagnosis and aggressive treatment are key for managing rare scalp disorders that cause permanent hair loss.
17 citations,
May 2003 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Hair from balding and non-balding areas regrows similarly on mice.
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.
13 citations,
September 2018 in “Hair transplant forum international” FUE and FUT hair transplants have similar success rates, with FUE slightly better.
12 citations,
February 2007 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” Hair transplantation techniques have improved over 12 years, with follicular unit grafting providing more natural results and potential future advances in automation and genetics.
10 citations,
May 2014 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” Hair transplantation using PLFUT is effective for eyebrow restoration with natural-looking results and no scarring.
10 citations,
May 2008 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Densely packed hair grafts can survive well using the lateral slit technique.
9 citations,
January 2016 in “PubMed” Stem cell therapy could be a promising alternative for hair regrowth with fewer side effects.
9 citations,
June 1998 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The Rapid Fire Hair Implanter Carousel may allow faster hair transplants with less bleeding and similar healing and growth compared to manual methods.
8 citations,
February 2016 in “The American Journal of Dermatopathology” Hair transplants can make hair follicles larger and hair shafts thicker.
8 citations,
January 1998 in “Journal of Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Hair transplantation is effective for baldness, with new methods improving results, but staying updated is crucial for patient outcomes.
6 citations,
September 1993 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” Using tissue adhesive in hair transplants improves results and patient satisfaction, with fewer complications.
5 citations,
November 2019 in “Dermatology and therapy” Beard hair extraction improves scalp hair restoration results in East Asian men with severe hair loss.
5 citations,
September 2000 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Lower hairlines using the rule of thirds can be used in hair transplants due to improved techniques.
4 citations,
August 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Actual harvested hair follicles were fewer and differed in type from estimated, with older patients and those with multiple transplants needing more careful planning.
4 citations,
January 2018 in “Hair transplant forum international” The document suggests changing "Follicular Unit Extraction" to "Follicular Unit Excision" to more accurately describe the surgical hair transplant procedure.
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.
3 citations,
June 2001 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology” Using both follicular units and slit grafts for hair transplants may give better hair density and graft survival.
2 citations,
February 2020 in “Journal of Plastic Surgery and Hand Surgery” Good-looking donor sites for hair transplants usually have higher hair density and thicker hair.
2 citations,
July 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” Hair restoration can enhance a facial plastic surgery practice with careful patient selection and detailed follow-up.