2 citations,
August 2023 in “Pharmaceutics” New skin disease treatments using TDDS are improving but face challenges like side effects and high costs.
August 2024 in “Stem Cell Research & Therapy” New regenerative therapies show promise for treating hair loss.
March 2024 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology/Indian journal of dermatology” Exosomes could be key in treating skin conditions and healing wounds.
July 2023 in “JAAD International” Two drugs, finasteride and minoxidil, are approved for hair loss treatment, but new therapies are being developed.
May 2023 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” More personalized and effective treatments for androgenetic alopecia are needed.
May 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” 34 citations,
December 2012 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Mesotherapy shows promise for cellulite and facial rejuvenation but has mixed results for body sculpting and hair loss, with more research needed for safety and effectiveness.
5 citations,
March 2012 in “Actas Dermo-Sifiliográficas” Body-hair transplant successfully improved scarred areas and frontal hair density without visible chest scarring.
January 2009 in “Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics of North America” The document concludes that understanding risks, careful patient selection, precise surgery, quick complication management, and good communication can improve cosmetic facial surgery outcomes.
43 citations,
June 2016 in “Clinics in Plastic Surgery” The conclusion is that fat grafting is safe and effective but carries risks that need careful management.
16 citations,
March 2020 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), a substance from a patient's own blood, can stimulate hair regrowth in people with Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA) who haven't had success with other treatments, but more research is needed to optimize its use.
3 citations,
April 2020 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Beard hair transplantation is generally satisfying, requires 250-800 grafts, uses FUE to avoid scars, needs careful planning, has some risks, and hair regrowth starts after 4-6 months.
2 citations,
January 2015 in “Hair therapy & transplantation” Both sutures and staplers are equally effective for hair transplant donor area closure, but staplers are faster and easier to use.
January 2015 in “Endocrine updates” Bariatric surgery patients need careful before and after surgery care for safety and long-term health.
136 citations,
May 2019 in “Cells” Stem cell therapy, particularly using certain types of cells, shows promise for treating hair loss by stimulating hair growth and development, but more extensive trials are needed to confirm these findings.
60 citations,
January 2014 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia” Nanotechnology in dermatology shows promise for better drug delivery and treatment effectiveness but requires more safety research.
23 citations,
June 2018 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) is a low-risk treatment for Androgenic Alopecia (AGA) that generally improves hair count or density, but more research is needed for optimization.
2 citations,
April 2017 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Nursing” Platelet-rich plasma therapy shows promise for hair regrowth in alopecia patients.
1 citations,
February 2021 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Artificial hair implants can quickly improve looks and life quality, but they have risks like infection and early fiber loss, so more research is needed to confirm their safety and effectiveness.
January 2018 in “Sohag Medical Journal” Combining topical dutasteride with microneedling is more effective for hair growth than microneedling alone.
140 citations,
December 2017 in “Journal of Controlled Release” Microneedles improve drug delivery in various body parts, are safe and painless, and show promise in cosmetology, vaccination, insulin delivery, and other medical applications.
108 citations,
August 2017 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Microneedling is promising for treating various skin issues but needs more research to confirm its effectiveness and safety.
106 citations,
July 2013 in “Advances in wound care” UV radiation can help sterilize wounds and promote healing but requires careful use to avoid damaging cells.
57 citations,
July 2016 in “The Journal of Sexual Medicine” 5α-reductase inhibitors increase the risk of sexual dysfunction, especially in men with enlarged prostate.
28 citations,
August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Body and beard hair can be used for hair restoration in severely bald patients, but the technique is complex and costly.
24 citations,
June 2018 in “Expert Review of Pharmacoeconomics & Outcomes Research” Microneedle technology is beneficial for drug delivery and could make vaccinations cheaper and more accessible.
21 citations,
October 2008 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery” Hair transplantation surgery has improved, giving more natural results, and success depends on a skilled team and proper technique.
19 citations,
August 2011 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Hair grafting is a key method for improving scars, especially in areas with hair, by transplanting hair to hide the scar while maintaining its original characteristics.
16 citations,
February 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Carboxytherapy may help increase hair growth in alopecia patients but requires ongoing treatment.
16 citations,
October 2008 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The new powered hair transplant method is faster and damages fewer hairs than the manual method.