8 citations,
March 2009 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery” The "flying-wings" scalp flap technique is a simple, safe, and effective way to reconstruct large areas of scalp loss in children.
July 2021 in “CRC Press eBooks” Hair transplantation moves hair to bald areas and it should grow like it did before, but it's not a perfect cure for hair loss.
January 2010 in “Springer eBooks” Pubic hair transplantation can help women with little to no pubic hair, using scalp hair for a natural look and requires careful aftercare.
FUE hair transplantation is a minimally invasive method for treating hair loss.
15 citations,
March 1985 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” Hair transplantation has evolved with improved techniques and safety measures.
13 citations,
May 2004 in “Dermatologic Surgery” The paper concludes that copying the natural direction and angle of hair in transplants is key for a natural look and doesn't harm hair 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.
June 2004 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Dr. Walter P. Unger suggests that copying a person's natural hair direction and angle during transplants leads to a more natural and fuller appearance.
March 2021 in “Journal of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery” Beard hair can be used for hair transplants in severe alopecia cases, with minimal complications and good results.
5 citations,
September 2016 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Feily's method, which delays grafting for 24 hours to improve blood flow, successfully prevented scalp necrosis in three hair transplant patients.
January 2014 in “Revista Brasileira de Cirurgia Plástica” A new method using gentian violet and a protective spray can improve symmetry and reduce surgery time in hair restoration, but it's only effective for total hair loss, not diffuse hair loss or follow-up treatments.
May 2020 in “Hair transplant forum international” Younger people and those with existing acne are more likely to get folliculitis after hair restoration surgery, but it doesn't affect the overall good hair growth result.
2 citations,
January 1985 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” The paper concludes that for natural-looking hair restoration, it's important to create an irregular hairline, use appropriately sized and angled grafts, and ensure a snug fit between grafts and recipient sites.
20 citations,
December 2010 in “Burns” PL-FUT is an effective hair restoration method for burn victims with minimal scarring and high patient satisfaction.
14 citations,
November 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Hair transplant complications can be avoided with proper training and understanding.
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.
1 citations,
April 1995 in “Annals of Plastic Surgery” The Mercedes incision is a new hair restoration technique that creates a more natural look and has a high success rate.
1 citations,
January 2017 in “International Journal of Dermoscopy” A dermatoscope is important for evaluating hair transplants and managing patient expectations.
May 1993 in “Medical Clinics of North America” Surgical hair replacement is a viable option for male pattern baldness when done with proper planning and realistic expectations.
12 citations,
August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Choose hair restoration surgery candidates carefully and plan treatments for a natural look and future hair loss.
6 citations,
January 2013 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” A man with baldness had successful hair growth after transplanting body hair to his head.
4 citations,
May 2002 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” A new hair loss classification for women improves treatment, but careful patient selection is crucial for successful hair transplantation.
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.
3 citations,
February 1996 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Walter P. Unger suggests using advanced hair transplant techniques for broader coverage, as they provide natural results and use donor tissue efficiently, while also recommending personalized planning due to the unpredictable progression of baldness.
2 citations,
September 1996 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery” The authors suggest using a standard system to name hair grafts to improve communication in hair restoration.
7 citations,
June 1992 in “The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology” Hair transplantation is a viable treatment for some types of female hair loss, with careful donor assessment and attention to psychological factors.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Medical Arts” Transplanted hair follicles show significant changes after FUE, needing more research.
37 citations,
September 2014 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Combining microsurgery with craniofacial reconstruction improves aesthetic results and reduces harm to the area where tissue is taken from.
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.
9 citations,
June 2014 in “Journal of Craniofacial Surgery” The method for sideburn reconstruction was safe and effective, giving natural-looking hair with minimal scarring.