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research The stretched scar: the benefit of prolonged dermal support

37 citations , January 1989 in “British Journal of Plastic Surgery”

This study found that using a subcuticular non-absorbable suture for six months significantly reduced scar stretching and width compared to shorter-term suturing methods after tattoo removal.

research LB1027 Identifying the mechanism of tension-associated tissue fibrosis based on single cell RNA sequencing on keloid scar

July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Mechanical tension worsens keloid scars by activating inflammation and fibrosis pathways.

research Absorbable versus Nonabsorbable Sutures to Prevent Postoperative Stretching of Wound Area

31 citations , August 1986 in “Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery”

This study found that using Dexon sutures led to significantly larger postoperative stretching and scar width compared to Prolene in patients undergoing scalp surgery for androgenetic alopecia correction.

research Mechanical Stretching Can Modify the Papillary Dermis Pattern and Papillary Fibroblast Characteristics during Skin Regeneration

19 citations , February 2022 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Mechanical stretching can improve or hinder skin regeneration depending on duration.

research Scalp Reconstruction and Repair

9 citations , November 2008 in “Facial Plastic Surgery”

This article reviews techniques for repairing scalp deformities and concludes that combining older methods with modern hair restoration allows for satisfactory treatment of large scarred areas.

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learn Scalp Micropigmentation

Does scalp micropigmentation hurt? Scalp micropigmentation typically causes minimal discomfort, often described as light scratching.
Will my scar completely disappear after scalp micropigmentation? Scalp micropigmentation camouflages scars but does not make them completely disappear.

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Heard alopecia areata leaves scar-like spots? Some peptides are helping those areas regrow hair. Alopecia areata patches usually still have living follicles. Peptides are being studied as a possible add-on, but the evidence is small and early. See a dermatologist for treatment.

learn Hair Transplant

Does FUT leave a scar and is it visible? FUT leaves a linear scar that may be visible with very short hairstyles.

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community Living a lie with hair fibers...

498 upvotes 9 months ago

A person dealing with hair loss is considering shaving their head, using scalp micropigmentation to cover a FUT scar, or trying a hair system. They are also contemplating treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.

community Microneedling at 1mm feels I'm hitting my skull

in Microneedling 20 upvotes 2 years ago

A user discusses their experience with at-home microneedling at 1mm for hair growth, feeling like they're hitting their skull. Other users suggest lowering the needle depth or stopping due to discomfort.

community My erections came back right away after stopping finasteride.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 178 upvotes 1 year ago

Stopping finasteride often restores sexual function, with many experiencing improved libido and erections. Some users switch to minoxidil or topical finasteride to manage side effects while maintaining hair health.

community Does microneedling damage scalp?

in Research/Science 12 upvotes 2 years ago

Microneedling does not prevent future hair transplants, but some surgeons report the skin becomes "harder" in treated areas. There is no clear evidence to confirm this effect.

community Did anybody not care at all about their hair until they started losing it?

in Chat 134 upvotes 1 year ago

People regret neglecting their hair until it started thinning, and they are now using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling. Some are considering stronger options like dutasteride due to mixed results.

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