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August 2013 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America” Facial hair restoration is generally successful and satisfying for patients when done with quality techniques and realistic expectations.
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June 2019 in “Case reports in dermatology” Fat injections in the face can cause hair loss.
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