January 2022 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Research” Choose the simplest, most fitting scalp reconstruction method for each patient's unique needs.
May 2006 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Most nonbald men's multi-hair follicles are naturally positioned perpendicular to a line from the scalp's crown, which is important for natural-looking hair transplants.
September 2004 in “Atlas of the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics” Hair restoration surgery techniques can effectively treat scalp deformities and have evolved to provide natural-looking results.
November 2002 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Scalp reduction gives the most natural result for significant crown baldness, despite potential complications, and a systematic approach to surgical hair restoration results in few complications and high graft survival.
July 2002 in “Hair transplant forum international” The document lists common and scalp-specific lesions, emphasizing the need for hair restoration surgeons to recognize these and refer patients to a dermatologist if necessary.
December 2022 in “Frontiers in Microbiology” The scalp microbiome is more diverse and may be more important in hair loss than the gut microbiome.
December 2002 in “Operative Techniques in Otolaryngology-head and Neck Surgery” Manage hair loss from trauma with scalp expansion, advancement flaps, and hair transplantation.
9 citations,
April 2017 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Different areas of the scalp have varying hair thickness, useful for different types of hair transplant needs.
6 citations,
September 1997 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Chest hair can be used for scalp hair transplants when there's not enough scalp hair.
June 2024 in “JEADV Clinical Practice” Severe alopecia areata patients have a low chance of spontaneous hair regrowth.
87 citations,
February 2004 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Hair follicle stem cells helped heal a severe scalp burn without needing traditional skin grafts.
73 citations,
June 2003 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology” Dermatologists need to understand African American hair-care practices to better treat their hair and scalp disorders.
May 2004 in “Annals of Plastic Surgery” Muscle-only free flaps for skull coverage have more long-term complications than composite flaps.
Transplanting beard hair into a scalp wound after hair transplant surgery improves scar appearance and hair keeps its normal traits.
1 citations,
December 2022 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Certain health conditions and hair care habits affect the treatment results for a scalp condition called Central Centrifugal Cicatricial Alopecia.
The TAP flap is effective for treating armpit scars from burns, and tissue-engineered templates with hair follicles can help treat scalp burn alopecia.
6 citations,
May 2021 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” Higher cell number PRP improves hair density and diameter more than lower cell number PRP.
May 2023 in “Archives of dermatological research” Some factors like thyroid disease, diabetes treatment, hair dryers, natural hairstyles, and scalp conditions can affect the treatment results for a hair loss condition called CCCA.
34 citations,
September 2009 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Using anabolic-androgenic steroids can cause skin problems like acne and hair loss in athletes.
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.
3 citations,
August 2011 in “InTech eBooks” The document concludes that skin grafts are essential for repairing tissue loss, with various types available and ongoing research into substitutes to improve outcomes and reduce donor site issues.
1 citations,
July 2019 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Minoxidil was more effective than laser therapy for hair loss, and the report also highlighted the need for more research on PRP for a different hair loss condition, the impact of social media on alopecia views, and a warning on turmeric causing nail discoloration.
22 citations,
August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” A cosmetic procedure can lower the hairline by up to 10 cm, with high satisfaction but potential for temporary sensation loss and rare risks.
17 citations,
June 2011 in “Dermatologic Surgery” Hair transplantation is an effective way to restore eyebrows.
13 citations,
May 2004 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Surgeons need to understand natural hair patterns for better hair restoration results.
10 citations,
December 1997 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Hair restoration surgery has improved with better techniques for natural looks and managing patient expectations, but it remains labor-intensive and requires careful consideration of potential complications.
9 citations,
April 2000 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” The document concludes that appearance can be significantly improved after one hair restoration correction procedure, but often multiple operations are needed for the best results.
7 citations,
August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Megasessions in hair transplant can cover more area or increase density but need a skilled team and careful planning, and have both benefits like less downtime and risks like lower graft survival.
5 citations,
July 2019 in “Atlas of the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics” Tissue expansion for head and neck reconstruction has good blood supply and doesn't need capsule removal, but expect temporary hair loss with normal growth resuming after 6-8 months.
3 citations,
July 1997 in “Current problems in dermatology” Hair restoration surgery has evolved over time, with a focus on natural-looking results and managing patient expectations, while also considering potential complications and the lifelong progression of male pattern baldness.