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    GlossaryScalp Reduction

    removal of bald scalp areas to reduce hairless regions

    Scalp reduction, also known as scalp reduction surgery, is a procedure used to treat hair loss by removing bald areas of the scalp and stretching the areas with hair to cover the removed sections. This technique is often employed in cases of extensive baldness, particularly on the crown or top of the head, and can be combined with other hair restoration methods like hair transplants for optimal results.

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      learn Mesotherapy

      technique to inject very small amounts of beneficial chemicals into the scalp

      learn Dutasteride

      Heavy duty finasteride that comes with higher risks, but scalp injections seem safe and are gaining popularity

      learn HMI-115

      much-hyped research compound targeting prolactin receptor in scalp

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      Scalp Extension: A Quantitative Study

      research Scalp Extension: A Quantitative Study

      11 citations, January 1999 in “Dermatologic Surgery”
      Scalp extenders improve the results of scalp reduction for baldness but can cause severe headaches.
      Advances in Surgical Hair Restoration

      research Advances in Surgical Hair Restoration

      1 citations, January 1993 in “Facial Plastic Surgery”
      Surgical hair restoration has improved since 1959, with new techniques like minigrafts, micrografts, and scalp reductions creating more natural hairlines and reducing bald skin, despite some risks and potential for scarring.

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      community formula 82D for diffuse androgenic alopecia (DUPA)

      in Is this regrowth?  14 upvotes 2 weeks ago
      The user is experiencing diffuse androgenic alopecia and is trying various treatments, including 5mg finasteride, loniten, and Formula 82D, which contains dutasteride, a steroid, and tretinoin. They report potential regrowth with Formula 82D, despite previous treatments being ineffective.

      community Topical Finasteride strength discussion

      in Research/Science  66 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses the effectiveness of different concentrations and dosages of topical finasteride on scalp and serum DHT levels, comparing it to oral finasteride and noting the side effects seem to be fewer at lower dosages. Participants shared experiences and referenced a chart indicating similar scalp DHT reduction with 0.025% topical finasteride as with 1mg oral finasteride, but with fewer side effects.