Method and apparatus for laser-assisted hair transplantation

Details Method and apparatus for laser-assisted hair transplantation Method and apparatus for laser-assisted hair transplantation

1997-03-19

1999-06-01

Bahr, Jennifer

Surgery

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606 16, 606 19, A61B 1736

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059084170

ABSTRACT:
A laser treatment method and apparatus is provided which facilitates the grafting of hairs on the skin of a living human. The methodology involves a carefully designed treatment protocol utilizing a modified optical apparatus. The apparatus is a modified erbium-based laser system, designed for optimal therapeutic selectivity.

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