37 citations,
January 1989 in “British Journal of Plastic Surgery” Leaving non-absorbable sutures in for 6 months reduces scar stretching and width.
35 citations,
January 2006 in “Journal of Dermatological Treatment” Zinc can help with some skin problems, but its effectiveness varies depending on the condition.
33 citations,
December 2004 in “Differentiation” Mouse amnion can turn into skin and hair follicles with help from certain cells and factors.
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July 2017 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) shows promise for hair growth and skin improvement in aesthetic surgery.
27 citations,
May 2010 in “Dermatologic Clinics” Zinc can be a helpful secondary treatment for certain skin conditions, but more research is needed to guide its use.
24 citations,
January 2020 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Some plants with flavonoids may help treat hair loss and promote hair growth.
15 citations,
February 2017 in “Nursing Clinics of North America” Targeted cancer therapies can cause skin side effects, which should be treated early to help patients' quality of life and treatment adherence.
10 citations,
January 2011 in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery” Surgical methods for hair loss are less common than hair transplants but still useful, especially for scarring hair loss.
7 citations,
August 2018 in “South African Medical Journal” Clinicians should understand tattoos to manage health issues, as tattoos can cause complications and affect medical assessments.
7 citations,
April 2015 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Nursing” Hair transplantation can effectively restore a natural-looking hairline when properly planned and executed.
7 citations,
February 2012 in “Facial Plastic Surgery” The mini-lift is a less invasive face-lift for younger patients that is quicker, cheaper, and has a fast recovery, but is less effective for the midface and excessive neck skin.
6 citations,
May 2009 in “Cell transplantation” Green tea component EGCG helps keep rat skin grafts viable longer.
5 citations,
April 2021 in “Biomedicines” The engineered skin substitute helped grow skin with hair on mice.
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.
5 citations,
January 2018 in “PubMed” Biodegradable microneedle patches help topical steroids work better for prurigo nodularis.
4 citations,
January 2005 in “Elsevier eBooks” Follicular Unit Transplantation is a precise hair restoration technique that requires careful planning and a skilled team, and Follicular Unit Extraction offers a less invasive option.
3 citations,
January 2021 in “Skin appendage disorders” Hair loss can occur about 4 weeks after scalp surgery but usually grows back within 3 months without treatment.
2 citations,
January 2017 in “Recent clinical techniques, results, and research in wounds” Using tissue expanders with galeotomies for post-burn alopecia is faster and has fewer complications.
2 citations,
November 2022 in “Scientific reports” Using gelatin sponges for deep skin wounds helps bone marrow cells repair tissue without scarring.
1 citations,
March 2022 in “Journal of burn care & research” Eyebrow tinting can cause chemical burns and increased awareness of its risks is needed.
1 citations,
January 2017 in “Journal of Aesthetic & Reconstructive Surgery” Combining FUT and FUE hair transplant methods in one session provides more grafts and higher patient satisfaction.
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February 2004 Skin diseases are common and can significantly affect people's lives; better outcome measures and ethical clinical trials are needed to improve dermatology care.
July 2024 in “Plastic and Aesthetic Research” Careful planning and accurate diagnosis are crucial for successful hair restoration surgery.
November 2023 in “European medical journal. Dermatology” PRP can reduce pain and improve function, but more standardized research is needed.
Melanocyte transplantation can safely restore skin color, especially in stable vitiligo, but must be chosen carefully based on the disease phase.
Meshushit ointment helps form thicker healing tissue and preserves hair follicles in burns.
January 2022 in “International journal of pharmaceutical sciences review and research” Herbal cosmetics are becoming more popular because they are safer, have fewer side effects, and offer health benefits.
January 2019 in “Springer eBooks” Platelet-rich plasma therapy may have benefits and is generally safe, but more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness and safety.
June 2008 in “Regenerative Medicine” The book explains the science of tissue repair and regeneration, its medical uses, challenges, and ethical concerns.