Update on laser-assisted hair transplantation.
OBJECTIVE
The aim of this study was to examine the laser parameters evaluated in previous studies with a larger patient group (n = 491), particularly with regard to patient-related and operation-related advantages and disadvantages. Particular attention was devoted to hair growth rate and the postoperative healing process.


METHODS
The implant holes were created using an optomechanical, beam-focusing miniature scanner and a 80-W carbon dioxide laser.


RESULTS
All patients in Norwood classification groups I, II, and III displayed proper hair growth. On an average of all patients treated, this occurred with a delay of some 4-6 weeks. Compared with the cold steel technique, the healing process was shortened by 3-4 days.


CONCLUSIONS
Making allowances for the formula: minimum wattage with a minimum exposure time and a minimum hole diameter, the laser is an ideal instrument to use on the hairline and crown.
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Laser-Aesthetic Deutschland, Dusseldorf, Germany.
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D000505:Alopecia / Q000145:classification / Q000601:surgery; D002245:Carbon Dioxide; D002921:Cicatrix / Q000517:prevention & control; D004814:Epidermal Cyst / Q000209:etiology; D004890:Erythema / Q000209:etiology; D004954:Esthetics; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006197:Hair / Q000254:growth & development / Q000637:transplantation*; D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods; D007834:Lasers; D012871:Skin Diseases / Q000209:etiology; D013997:Time Factors; D014945:Wound Healing
D002245:Carbon Dioxide