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July 2021 in “Biomedicines” Platelet-rich treatments can help improve wound healing and tissue repair.
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December 2011 in “Molecular and cellular endocrinology” Skin cells produce and activate vitamin D, which regulates skin functions and supports hair growth.
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16 citations,
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