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Scratch and Split: How I Minimize Bleeding, Visible Scarring, and Alopecia During Incision and Closure in the Hair-Bearing Scalp

research Scratch and split: how I minimise bleeding, visible scarring and alopecia during incision and closure in the hair-bearing scalp

July 2025 in “Australasian Journal of Plastic Surgery”

In this guide, the authors describe a scalp incision technique that minimizes damage to hair follicles and results in barely noticeable scars in hair-bearing areas.

research Prevention and treatment of linear scar formation in the scalp: Basic principles of the mechanism of scar formation

9 citations , January 1995 in “Aesthetic Plastic Surgery”

This study observed that using a relaxed suture technique on scalp incisions may prevent linear scars by reducing pressure on upper stem cells.

Robotic Hair Restoration: ARTAS System Review

research Robotic Hair Restoration

31 citations , November 2013 in “Dermatologic Clinics”

This article discusses the use of a robotic system for hair graft harvesting in hair restoration surgery, focusing on its capabilities and the advantages and disadvantages, but it reports no new clinical findings.

Skin-Sparing Techniques In Gynecomastia Surgery

research Techniques d'épargne cutanée dans la chirurgie de la gynécomastie

January 2026 in “Archive ouverte UNIGE (University of Geneva)”

This narrative review examined skin-sparing techniques in gynecomastia surgery and found satisfactory thoracic remodeling with acceptable morbidity and reduced scarring, but acknowledged methodological differences that limit decisive conclusions.

Critique of Miniflap Hair Restoration and Advocacy for Follicular Unit Transplantation

research Miniflap Hair Restoration

August 1998 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

Dr. George A. Farber recommends using follicular unit transplantation for hair restoration because it gives a more natural look and has fewer problems compared to the older miniflap technique.

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learn Hair Transplant

Will there be visible scarring after a hair transplant? Hair transplants can leave scars, but FUE typically results in minimal, nearly invisible ones.
Do hair transplants leave scars? Hair transplants can leave scars, but FUE typically results in minimal and less visible scarring.

learn Scalp Micropigmentation

What is Scalp Micropigmentation and how does it help people with visible hair loss? Scalp Micropigmentation creates the illusion of hair follicles on the scalp for visible hair loss.

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learn Rapamycin

Are there any visible side effects when using rapamycin cream or serum on the scalp? Visible side effects may include skin irritation or redness when using rapamycin on the scalp.

learn Stem Cell Factor

When should you expect visible hair improvement from stem cell factor treatments? Visible hair improvement from stem cell factor treatments may take several months.

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community For those who already got a hair transplant... what would you have done differently if you were to get it again for the first time?

in Transplants 16 upvotes 1 month ago

People shared regrets and advice about hair transplants, including timing the procedure in winter to avoid sun and sweat, and avoiding certain clinics. Some regretted specific methods like FUT due to visible scarring, while others warned against being influenced by social media.

community 4600 FUT Hair Transplant 16 month post second surgery progress

in Transplants 3725 upvotes 1 year ago

The user had two FUT hair transplants with 4,600 grafts for increased density, costing about $11,000 each, and has been using oral minoxidil and finasteride for over five years without side effects. The results are natural-looking with no visible scarring, and the user finds the procedure valuable despite the cost.

community I Guess balding is cured so should we close subreddit and move to hairstyling photos 😁 Botox-like nerve blocking reveals potential way to fully regenerate skin without scarring

5 months ago

Baldness is difficult to cure because current treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil only prevent hair shedding, and new developments are mostly ineffective. Botox shows potential in aiding skin regeneration and hair growth, but maintenance therapy with treatments like dutasteride and minoxidil may still be necessary.

community Topical Metformin for Hair Transplant donor area skin/hair regeneration?

4 upvotes 1 year ago

Topical Metformin shows potential for regenerating hair follicles and minimizing scarring in hair transplant donor areas, similar to Verteporfin but without its side effects. The discussion suggests considering Metformin for post-hair transplant care, though more human trials are needed.

community if hair follicle miniaturization happens slowly and gradually over a few hair cycles then wouldn't that mean that to regain maximum or top thickness from treatment you would at least need 5-10 years?

in Research/Science 53 upvotes 10 months ago

Hair regrowth from treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil can take several years, with most visible results appearing within 1-2 years and potential improvements continuing up to 10 years. Consistency and patience are crucial for achieving maximum hair thickness, as hair miniaturization and regrowth are gradual processes.

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