23 citations,
January 2016 in “Contact Dermatitis” Allergies to some essential oils may not be found with standard fragrance tests.
23 citations,
September 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” The robotic hair restoration device had a high success rate and was faster than manual methods for Korean patients.
21 citations,
June 2019 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) treatment has been found effective in promoting hair growth for alopecia patients, with minimal side effects like temporary pain and redness.
20 citations,
September 2019 in “Nanomaterials” A portable device can create nanofibers to improve the appearance of thinning hair better than commercial products.
16 citations,
July 2018 in “Dermatologic Surgery” iL-PRF treatment improves hair growth for androgenetic alopecia.
15 citations,
January 2019 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” Early treatment helps stop hair loss in women of color.
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,
June 2019 in “Dermatologic therapy” PRP did not significantly regrow hair in alopecia areata totalis patients.
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,
September 2018 in “Hair transplant forum international” FUE and FUT hair transplants have similar success rates, with FUE slightly better.
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.
11 citations,
October 2015 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Half of hair restoration surgeons experience body discomfort, especially after follicular unit extraction procedures, and using ergonomic equipment or robotic devices could reduce this discomfort.
11 citations,
July 1999 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Corrective hair repair surgery can significantly improve appearance and quality of life for patients with unsatisfactory results from old hair transplants.
11 citations,
April 1999 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Different hair transplant methods vary in time and cost, but the best results depend on hairline design and hair qualities, not just the technique.
10 citations,
July 1997 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Laser hair transplantation can be effective but should be limited to small areas and requires more training to ensure safety and effectiveness.
10 citations,
January 1997 in “Scandinavian journal of plastic and reconstructive surgery and hand surgery” A new technique using a multibladed knife makes preparing hair transplant minigrafts faster and more uniform, leading to natural-looking results.
9 citations,
September 1997 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The technique of transplanting micrografts in hair restoration surgery is fast, practical, and efficient, minimizing damage to follicles and grafts.
9 citations,
January 1981 in “Australian journal of biological sciences” Lambs fed a liquid diet showed abnormal wool and skin, which improved with more B-vitamins, suggesting a link to B-vitamin deficiency.
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.
8 citations,
March 2016 in “Hair transplant forum international” The new FUE device improves hair transplant safety and efficiency.
8 citations,
March 2006 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Hair transplantation has improved to look more natural, but managing patient expectations and using precise techniques are key for the best outcomes.
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.
7 citations,
September 2017 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Occipital donor sites for skin grafts heal faster, hurt less, look better, and have fewer complications than femoral sites.
7 citations,
January 2001 in “Annales de zootechnie” Melatonin treatment increases wool production and improves fiber quality in angora rabbits.
6 citations,
June 2018 in “Journal of Stomatology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery” Nanofat grafting is better for delicate areas and combining it with lipofilling might improve hair loss treatment.
6 citations,
May 2013 in “Dermatologic Surgery” FUE can be successfully done on African-American hair by using larger punch tools and careful techniques to reduce hair damage.
6 citations,
May 2009 in “Cell transplantation” Green tea component EGCG helps keep rat skin grafts viable longer.
5 citations,
February 2015 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Two cases of a rare skin condition were successfully treated with laser therapy, offering a non-surgical treatment option.
4 citations,
June 2020 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” The edge out punch is a tool that lowers the chance of damaging hair follicles during hair transplant surgery.
4 citations,
August 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Wound tension after hair transplant surgery increases with strip size and is higher on the sides, affecting scarring.