research Author's Reply
Dr. Walter P. Unger believes lasers could eventually be important in hair transplantation for achieving natural-looking results, despite current limitations.
Search
for
Sort by
Research
120-150 / 1000+ results 
research Current Status of Hair Restoration Surgery
In 2011, hair restoration was a specialized field in plastic surgery, using techniques like "Ultrarefined follicular unit hair transplantation" to minimize scarring and promote hair growth, with future treatments like stem cell therapy and hair cloning still being tested.
research Theoretical Considerations in Laser Hair Removal
Laser hair removal effectiveness depends on targeting hair structures without harming the skin, and improvements require more research and expert collaboration.
research Enhancing Hair Growth in Male Androgenetic Alopecia by a Combination of Fractional CO2 Laser Therapy and Hair Growth Factors
Laser therapy and hair growth factors significantly improve hair density in male baldness.
research Fractional Photothermolysis Laser Treatment of Male Pattern Hair Loss
Laser treatment can stimulate hair growth for male pattern hair loss.
research Intradermal Injections of a Hair Growth Factor Formulation for Enhancement of Human Hair Regrowth: Safety and Efficacy Evaluation in a First-in-Man Pilot Clinical Study
The QR 678 hair growth treatment was safe and effective for hair regrowth in men and women.
research Laser-Assisted Hair Transplantation: A Status Report in the 21st Century
Lasers in hair transplantation show promise but are not yet standard, with current methods causing some side effects and needles still being preferred for creating recipient sites.
research Confocal Microscopy Can Assess the Efficacy of Combined Microneedling and Skinbooster for Striae Rubrae
Microneedling combined with skinbooster effectively treats striae rubrae, with confocal microscopy confirming collagen changes.
research A Randomized Controlled Study on the Safety and Efficacy of a Combination of 678nm Helmet-Type Low-Level Laser Therapy and Topical Minoxidil 5% in the Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia
Using a laser helmet with Minoxidil works better for male hair loss than Minoxidil alone, with no extra side effects.
research Surgery and Laser Treatments in Dermatology
Lasers are effective for some skin conditions but can cause side effects like scarring and pigment changes; careful selection is important, and botulinum toxin type A is successful in reducing sweat in palmar hyperhidrosis.
research Laser-Assisted Hair Transplantation: Histologic Comparison Between Holmium:YAG and CO2 Lasers
The CO₂ laser is better for hair transplantation because it causes less damage than the Ho:YAG laser.
research Alterations of Collagen Type 1, Skin Fibroblasts, and Macrophages in the Scalp Following the Treatment of 1550-nm Erbium Glass Fractional Laser for Androgenetic Alopecia
Laser treatment shows promise for hair growth, but needs further research.
research The Growth of Human Scalp Hair in Females Using Visible Red Light Laser and LED Sources
Red light therapy is safe and effectively increases hair growth in women with hair loss.
research Efficacy of Platelet-Rich Plasma in the Treatment of Androgenetic (Male-Patterned) Alopecia: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) was found not effective in treating male-patterned hair loss.
research Low-Level Laser Therapy and Hair Regrowth: An Evidence-Based Review
Low-level laser therapy is safe and can increase hair growth for male and female pattern hair loss.
research Laser Treatment for Female Facial Hirsutism: Are Quality-of-Life Benefits Sustainable?
Laser hair removal improves quality of life but emotional benefits decrease over time, suggesting more treatments are needed for lasting effects.
research Hair Removal Using an Nd:YAG Laser System
Nd:YAG laser can reduce hair with multiple treatments, but permanent removal isn't guaranteed.
research A Randomized, Investigator-Blinded, Controlled, Split-Scalp Study of the Efficacy and Safety of a 1550-nm Fractional Erbium-Glass Laser, Used in Combination with Topical 5% Minoxidil Versus 5% Minoxidil Alone, for the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia
Laser and minoxidil combo promotes better hair growth than minoxidil alone, safely.
research Laser Hair Removal: Efficacy and Challenges
Laser hair removal works well for people with dark hair and light skin, but it's less effective for light hair or dark skin; improvements are expected.
research The Removal of Unwanted Hair Using a Ruby Laser
Ruby laser hair removal significantly reduces hair density.
research Advancements in Skin Resurfacing Technologies: CO₂ and Er:YAG Lasers, Fractional Photothermolysis, and Plasma Resurfacing
Newer skin resurfacing lasers reduce damage and scarring, with some approved for safe use and minimal side effects.
research A Review on Laser and Light-Based Therapies for Alopecia Areata
Laser and light therapies, especially the 308 nm excimer laser, are effective and safe for treating alopecia areata, but more research is needed.
research Rejuvenation of the Male Scalp Using 1,927 nm Non-Ablative Fractional Thulium Fiber Laser
Laser treatment improved scalp skin condition with no side effects.
research Current Indications of Low-Level Laser Therapy in Plastic Surgery: A Review
Low-Level Laser Therapy may help with flap survival and burn scar healing, but not with venous ulcers or hair loss, and more research is needed.
research Laser Hair Transplantation: Is It Really State of the Art?
Lasers in hair transplantation may have potential but require caution due to possible damage and reduced graft survival.
research Low Fluence-High Repetition Rate Diode Laser Hair Removal 12-Month Evaluation: Reducing Pain and Risks While Keeping Clinical Efficacy
A low-power, fast laser safely reduces hair with minimal pain and few side effects.
research Successful White Hair Removal with Combined Coloring and Intense Pulsed Light: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Coloring white hair before IPL treatment effectively helps remove it.
research A Multicenter Trial of the Epilation Efficacy of a New, Large Spot Size, Constant Spectrum Emission IPL Device
The IPL device is safe, effective, and has high patient satisfaction for hair removal.
research Laser Hair Transplantation
Laser hair transplantation can be effective but should be limited to small areas and requires more training to ensure safety and effectiveness.
research Laser Hair Removal in Fitzpatrick Type IV to VI Patients
Laser hair removal can be safe and effective for dark-skinned individuals with the right laser settings.