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    GlossaryFlap Surgery

    surgical technique moving tissue with blood supply to another area

    Flap surgery, also known as a flap procedure or flap operation, is a type of surgical technique used to repair or reconstruct areas of the body, often involving the transfer of living tissue along with its blood supply from one part of the body to another. In the context of hair restoration, it involves moving a section of scalp with healthy hair growth to a bald or thinning area to improve hair density and coverage.

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      Has Technology Killed the Flap?

      research Has Technology Killed the Flap?

      June 1997 in “The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery”
      Scalp flaps are still a valuable hair loss treatment because of their benefits.
      Modern Hair Restoration Surgery

      research Modern Hair Restoration Surgery

      23 citations, March 2001 in “Clinics in Dermatology”
      Hair restoration surgery techniques have evolved, with focus on patient selection and realistic goals, and future advancements may include cloning and gene therapy.
      The State of the Art in Surgical Hair Restoration

      research The State of the Art in Surgical Hair Restoration

      August 1999 in “Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery”
      In 1999, surgical hair restoration improved a lot, making hair look more natural with fewer procedures, thanks to better scalp treatments and a new method called follicular-unit hair grafting.
      A Philosophy and Strategy for Surgical Hair Restoration

      research A Philosophy and Strategy for Surgical Hair Restoration

      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.
      Hair Restoration and Removal

      research Hair Restoration and Removal

      May 2004 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America”
      Hair restoration techniques improved rapidly in 2004, leading to more natural results, with a shift to microscopic methods and diverse treatments including medical management, cloning, and surgical techniques. Laser hair removal was also mentioned.
      Hair Restoration and Removal

      research Hair Restoration and Removal

      May 2004 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America”
      Hair restoration techniques improved rapidly in 2004, leading to more natural results, with a shift to microscopic methods and diverse treatments including medical management, cloning, and surgical techniques. Laser hair removal was also mentioned.
      Surgical Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia

      research Surgical Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia

      January 1990 in “Springer eBooks”
      The document talks about three main surgical treatments for hair loss: punch hair transplantation, alopecia reduction, and flap hair transplantation.
      Scalp Surgery

      research Scalp Surgery

      September 2001 in “Dermatologic Surgery”
      Scalp surgery guidelines ensure best cosmetic results and fewer complications.
      Local Flaps of the Head and Neck

      research Local Flaps of the Head and Neck

      1 citations, January 2010 in “Elsevier eBooks”
      The document concludes that local flaps are effective for reconstructive surgery in the head and neck, offering good skin match and function.
      International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery

      research International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery

      July 1998 in “Dermatologic Surgery”
      Various techniques and tools for hair restoration were presented in 1998, including a mathematical model for donor area, use of lasers in surgery, methods for controlling grafted hair direction, and ways to increase graft yield. Satisfaction rates were around 39%, and studies showed trauma and dehydration can damage hair follicles.
      A Review of Modern Surgical Hair Restoration Techniques

      research A Review of Modern Surgical Hair Restoration Techniques

      27 citations, January 2008 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery”
      Modern hair restoration techniques have evolved from punch grafting to methods like micro-grafting and follicular unit transplantation, but they are labor-intensive, expensive, and can lead to patient dissatisfaction. Future treatments may involve cloned hair follicles and drugs like finasteride.
      Hair-Bearing Flaps for Baldness

      research Hair-Bearing Flaps for Baldness

      5 citations, January 1985 in “Facial Plastic Surgery”
      Flap surgery is effective for treating male baldness, offering immediate results with dense hair growth.
      Surgical Management for Hair Restoration: A Review of Contemporary Techniques

      research Surgical Management for Hair Restoration: A Review of Contemporary Techniques

      May 2023 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery”
      The document concludes that there are various surgical techniques for hair restoration, their success depends on the surgeon's skill, patient's health, and quality of donor hair, and they can potentially improve the mental well-being of those with hair loss.
      Cicatricial Alopecia: Overview and Treatment Options

      research Cicatricial Alopecia: Overview and Treatment Options

      1 citations, October 2018 in “InTech eBooks”
      The document concludes that treatments for cicatricial alopecia are not well-supported by evidence, but hair transplantation shows more predictable and satisfactory results.
      Corrective Hair Restoration Techniques for Aesthetic Problems of Temporoparietal Flaps

      research Corrective Hair Restoration Techniques for Aesthetic Problems of Temporoparietal Flaps

      March 2003 in “Dermatologic Surgery”
      Dr. Dominic A. Brandy shared methods to fix aesthetic problems from old hair restoration techniques, using methods like follicular unit grafting and scalp removal, which helped patients look more natural after surgery. He also suggested using oral finasteride and topical minoxidil to control hair loss in most men with baldness, especially those who had flap surgery.
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