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administration, and provide equitable healthcare for marginalized patients throughout the rest of her career.
Emre Tokgöz completed two Ph.D. degrees, one in Mathematics and another one in Industrial Engineering, at the University of Oklahoma along with a master’s degree in Computer Science and two master’s degrees in Mathematics. Due to his interest in biomedical engineering applications of mathematics and engineering, he pursued an online biomedical engineering master’s degree for professionals at Johns Hopkins University. His other research interests include nonlinear optimization, game theory, deep/machine learning, financial engineering, facility allocation problems, vehicle routing problems, systems’ design and improvement, network theory and analysis, inventory systems, and Riemannian geometry.
1 Introduction
In recent years, there has been rapid growth in the field of plastic surgery, especially for nonsurgical aesthetic procedures. Advancements in the field have allowed for improvement in reduction of age-related changes and patient-desired enhancements with minimally invasive techniques. Recent developments allow patients to achieve similar results while reducing risks associated with more invasive surgery. Combined treatments, such as use of neuromodulators in conjunction with injectable fillers, are well utilized to target multiple aspects of aging. Nonsurgical procedures can also be useful in enhancing the results of cosmetic plastic surgery when the invasive technique is not able to fulfill the patient’s goals. The collaboration of medicine and technology aims to provide patients with optimal results and minimal risks, as the efficiency and precision of targeted therapies continue to increase. The structure of the outcomes we present in this work is similar to those presented in [248282].
2 Hairline Rejuvenation
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The overall shape of the hairline in both men and women plays an important role in balancing the aesthetic appearance of the upper face [1]. Male hair loss tends to occur in an M-shape, with losses around the frontotemporal region of the face. Some women experience similar patterns of hair loss, potentially inducing an undesirable masculine appearance [2]. With aging, hair loss and receding hairline can create the appearance of a larger forehead. The three main options to surgically address the frontal hairline are follicular unit transplantation (FUT), follicular unit extraction (FUE), and hairline-lowering surgery (HLS) [3]. Hairline-lowering surgery can help to reduce this appearance, although some patients wish to avoid the resultant hairline scarring [4].
Hair transplantation surgery is well utilized to correct receding or unaesthetic hairlines. Otherwise known as follicular transplantation, surgeons can harvest follicles of hair from the same patient and transplant them near the hairline. While there are additional considerations to maintain a natural appearance, this approach minimizes scarring and effectively changes the shape of the hairline while inducing the appearance of a smaller forehead [5].
The more invasive surgical approaches are utilized after the nonsurgical modalities have been attempted, as these typically incur less risk to patients. The nonsurgical approaches discussed in this section include pharmaceutical treatments and minimally invasive aesthetic treatments.
2.1 Review of Relevant Anatomy
Hair grows outward from the scalp as a part of a follicular unit, which is a partially visible structure containing visible terminal hair follicles, vellus follicles, arrector pili muscles, sebaceous glands, adipose tissue, deeper sweat glands (eccrine coils) and neurovascular networks [68]. The number of terminal hair follicles in each unit is a measure of follicular unit (FU) density, typically ranging between 1 and 4 [9]. This varies across differing racial demographics, with lower measured FU density in Asian and black
individuals (154–162 and 148–160 hairs/cm2 respectively) compared to Caucasians (214–230 hairs/cm2) [10].
Several different cells are found in the terminal follicles, including stem cells, mesenchymal cells, and immunocytes (macrophages, T cells, mast cells) [11, 12]. The mesenchymal cells originate from the dermal sheath and papilla, and stem cells are housed in the bulge of the follicle. This bulge is
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located about 1–2 cm below the skin [13]. The anatomy of hair follicles and a microscopic view are shown in Fig. 1.
Fig. 1 The image illustrates the microscopic anatomy of the hair shaft and outer root in the sagittal (a) and transverse (b) planes [14]
2.2 Pathophysiology of Pattern Hair Loss
There are several genes thought to contribute to male and female hair loss over time, and pattern hair loss is a polygenic condition. While there is a great deal of variation on an individual basis, each gender is subject to specific identifiable patterns of hair loss. In both genders, these changes can
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occur shortly after puberty, beginning with initial minimal loss of terminal hair follicles and progressing gradually over time [15].
The increase of androgens after onset of puberty is a trigger for the development of hair loss in male individuals in sensitive areas of the body. These include the scalp (vertex and frontal), axilla, pubis, and beard, as well as the extremities. Testosterone is converted to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) with the enzyme 5-alpha reductase, and DHT plays a role in normal hair growth and development. Increases in DHT and 5-alpha reductase have been previously linked to male-pattern hair loss. On the other hand, individuals with deficiencies of the enzyme 5-alpha reductase are not expected to experience similar patterns of hair loss [16, 17]. Variable onset of male pattern hair loss is attributed to genetic variations of the androgen receptor (AR) gene [18].
In general, men tend to experience initial hair losses in the central and temporal scalp, forming an M-shaped region of receding terminal hair follicles. The level and severity of the loss are not identical in all individuals, and there is documented variation in location and pacing [15]. The variations of male pattern hair loss are shown in Fig. 2.
Fig. 2 Male pattern hair loss, or androgenic alopecia, is generally classified based on the severity and geographical area of hair loss [19]
The etiology of female-pattern hair loss is not as well understood. There are previously documented cases of receding hairline in women with high androgen levels, as well as women with complete androgen insensitivity
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syndrome [20, 21]. The AR gene is not implicated, as it is located in the X chromosome and inactivated in women. Previous genome-wide studies of women with allelic variants in aromatase genes, namely CYP19A1, have been shown to predispose these individuals to female-pattern hair loss [18]. Generally, hair loss can occur as early as puberty in women but worsens in severity and distribution after menopause. Compared with men, there is less destruction to the overall shape of the hairline, but some do experience temporal hairline reductions. Overall, the hair tends to become diffusely thinner across the central scalp and along the middle part, lending to a “Christmas tree” appearance [22, 23].
Figure 3a, b showcase the traditional “Christmas tree” appearance of female hair loss and more diffuse, severe pattern loss in comparison.
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Fig. 3 (a) (Left) “Christmas tree” female hair loss pattern of varying severity [24]. (b) (Right) Diffuse female pattern hair loss of varying severity [24]
2.3 Preoperative Patient Assessment
A thorough past medical history should be taken to assess for contributory conditions prior to initiation of nonsurgical rejuvenation. Underlying medical conditions can impact the acceleration, severity, and age of onset in pattern hair loss. These include, but are not limited to:
Anemia or other nutritional deficiencies Metabolic syndromes such as diabetes mellitus or thyroid disorders Gynecological history: Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
Management of such existing pathology should be prioritized before patients undergo hairline rejuvenation [15].
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Certain medications have been associated with hair loss, and treatment may not provide patients with adequate aesthetic results if these medications are continued. These include:
Chemotherapy drugs (Cyclophosphamide/Cytoxan, Doxorubicin/Adriamycin) Antidepressants/antianxiety medication (Buproprion/Wellbutrin) Anticoagulants (Warfarin/Coumadin, Heparin) Antiepiletics (Depakote, Keppra) Beta blockers for hypertension treatment (Propanolol, Metroprolol) Hyperthyroidism pharmaceuticals (Methimazole/Tapazole) Gout treatments (Allopurinol/Zyloprim)
In most cases, stopping pharmaceutical treatment will allow for normal or semi-normal hair regrowth. Some medications are necessary to maintain the overall physical health of an individual and may contraindicate rejuvenation [2527].
A thorough physical examination should be performed to confirm a diagnosis of uncomplicated pattern hair loss and rule out any contraindicatory conditions. The initial visual assessment examines the nails and scalp, in addition to the quality and density of terminal hair shafts and follicles. Normal pattern hair loss in men presents with thinning and receding hair near the vertex and frontal scalp, while women tend to have greater losses on the midfrontal scalp (described above in further detail). The Ludwig scale, among others, is used to grade the severity of female­pattern hair loss, and the Norwood scale is used for men [15, 28].
If any inflammation/redness, flaking skin, or scarring is visible on the underlying cutaneous skin, this indicates additional testing to rule out dermatological conditions [15]. Seborrheic dermatitis is often comorbid to pattern hair loss and results from increased circulating androgens and resultant increases in oil production [29]. Abnormal nail appearance (e.g., ridges or reduced integrity) points away from typical pattern hair loss and may be indicative of autoimmune or drug-induced hair loss [30].
Additional diagnostic maneuvers can help to identify active hair loss, which is usually not associated with typical pattern hair loss (unless it is performed early in the process). With the hair pull test, tension is applied to 50–60 hairs. If at least 6 hairs are easily removed, this can be indicative of atypical active hair loss and points away from late pattern hair loss [31].
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Using a dermatoscope gives the surgeon a closer look at the hair follicles and surrounding scalp tissue. Key findings to confirm a diagnosis of pattern hair loss include lack of scarring, variation in hair shaft diameter, pigmentation of adjacent follicular skin, and smaller scattered areas with no follicles present [30]. A biopsy of the scalp is usually not necessary unless other dermatological conditions are suspected [32] (Fig. 4).
Fig. 4 A patient with alopecia areata is shown in the figure above, which is one of many disorders leading to irregular hair loss. When a patient’s presentation is inconsistent with normal pattern hair loss, additional testing is indicated prior to surgical consideration [33]
Due to the variation in its presentation, there are other differential diagnoses that can present similarly to typical male/female pattern hair loss. These include telogen effluvium, traction alopecia, alopecia areata, central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia, traction alopecia, trichotillomania, lichen planopilaris, and frontal fibrosing alopecia [34, 35].
2.4 Nonsurgical Modalities
2.4.1 Pharmaceutical Treatments
Individuals with nutritional deficiencies such as anemia would benefit from iron supplementation and should first address the primary issue for hair loss before attempting pharmaceutical rejuvenation [33]. Therapy to treat hyperandrogenism (which is a common cause of polycystic ovarian syndrome) includes hormonal birth control and anti-androgen
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pharmaceuticals, although the latter is not approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and can impact future pregnancies [36].
It is recommended that patients attempt nonsurgical hairline rejuvenation prior to more invasive follicular transplantation. Medications commonly used include minoxidil (indicated for female and male pattern hair loss) and finasteride (male pattern hair loss) [15].
Minoxidil was originally designed to reduce hypertension, and it may still be used today for this indication. It can be well utilized to encourage hair growth and prevent additional loss in both men and women. Minoxidil is better known by its brand name Rogaine and is available as a topical solution or foam with varying concentrations (2–5%). Some patients prefer to use the foam, as they find it less irritating and easier to apply throughout the scalp. This medication is FDA approved and is considered relatively safe, as it is unable to cross the blood–brain barrier and 95% is shown to be eliminated from the body within 4days [37, 38].
The active ingredient (minoxidil) is converted to a salt form (minoxidil sulfate) by enzymes on the scalp (namely sulfotransferase). Minoxidil sulfate promotes active hair growth of telogen (dormant) hair follicles by inducing entry into the anagen (growth) phase. Patients are advised to wait at least 8weeks before assessing the efficacy of Minoxidil, as it may take some time for improvements in hair thickness and growth to develop [39]. In male hair rejuvenation, higher doses of minoxidil are more effective when assessed from the patient’s perspective. In contrast, there are no significant self-perceived differences in the improvement of female pattern hair loss with lower/higher doses. Common side effects include temporary shedding, excessive hair growth (near the hairline or on the body), and dermatitis. These effects are more prevalent with higher concentrations of minoxidil (5% compared with 2%) [40, 41].
Finasteride is the other FDA-approved medication for men, well utilized for reduction of hair loss and regrowth. This formulation is effective in increasing the hair density (higher coverage and hair count) as well as hair thickness. Men are instructed to take a 1–5 mg dosage orally, once daily [41, 42]. While it has not received FDA approval for women (and is not typically indicated), there are some documented improvements in women with hyperandrogenemia with higher doses [43]. The active ingredient in this medication (finasteride) is a competitive inhibitor of 5-alpha reductase, preventing the conversion of testosterone to DHT. The overall reduction of
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