What Are Stem Cells?

Stem cells and derived products have been quite promising for new medical treatments recently. Today, many people have heard something about stem cells, perhaps researching whether it will be an effective treatment for themselves or a loved one. Stem cells, which have found more areas of application within medicine, can be described as the raw materials of the body in its simplest form. Stem cells may be used to produce other cells of the body with special functions. Under the right conditions in the body or in the laboratory, stem cells divide to form more cells called daughter cells. 

These daughter cells become specialized cells with more specific functions, such as blood cells, brain cells, bone cells or heart muscle cells. Only stem cells have the natural ability to produce new cell types. 

Where Are the Stem Cells Come From?

According to research, a number of sources for stem cells has been discovered. One of them is called embryonic stem cells. They come from 3- to 5-day-old embryos, which consist about 150 cells and are called blastocysts. Because they are pluripotent stem cells, they can divide into more stem cells and become any cell type in the body. Therefore, they can be used to regenerate or repair diseased tissues and organs. 

Adult stem cells are present in small numbers in many adipose tissues such as bone marrow or adipose tissue. Compared to embryonic stem cells, they have a more limited ability to produce various body cells. They can generate bone marrow, stem cells, bone or heart muscle cells.

Using genetic reprogramming, induced pluripotent stem cells are obtained by transforming normal adult cells into stem cells. Researchers are able to change genes in adult cells and reprogram the cells to mimic embryonic stem cells. Therefore, reprogrammed cells can be used instead of embryonic stem cells and the rejection of new stem cells by the immune system can be prevented. However, it is not yet clear whether the use of reprogrammed adult stem cells cause any adverse effects.

Perinatal stem cells, which researchers discovered in amniotic fluid as well as umbilical cord blood, have the ability to transform into specialized cells. 

Stem Cell Therapy for Facial Rejuvenation

Aging may cause wearing in human body, especially on the face. In addition, the drastic slowdown of collagen production can also lead to the appearance of visible signs of aging. Scars are caused by decreased collagen production. When exposure to the harmful rays of the sun, the effects of gravity and loss of collagen are combined, people may face an older and tired appearance over time. Stem cell therapy originating from the umbilical cord may help wrinkles and other effects of aging be eliminated and restored to their former state. Stem cell therapy is considered a revolutionary new treatment that can potentially help regenerate damaged skin.

Stem cells contain large numbers of mesenchymal stem cells having the capacity to transform into specialized cells in a process called cellular differentiation. Stem cells can become other types of cells, including collagen-producing cells and support cells for skin healing/rejuvenation. 

Stem cells are injected to the skin. They contain growth factors, cytokines, exosomes, hyaluronic acid and other cellular products. Better color quality, skin elasticity and improved contour correction can be achieved thanks to stem cells, which are considered the gold standard in regenerative medicine. Following stem cell therapy, patients may experience increased skin elasticity, hydration, and more intense collagen and elastin. This is because stimulated collagen and metalloproteinase production leads to the reduction of wrinkles. Also stem cells show anti-aging properties by inhibiting melanin production. 

What Are the Benefits of Stem Cell Therapy?

Stem cell therapy triggers the natural production of the skin’s basic needs, minimal post-inflammatory, and hyperpigmentation. It plumps the skin and makes it more radiant. It reduces scars by improving the quality of skin tissue. It shrinks the pores. Thus, stem cell therapy is used to remove fine lines and wrinkles on the skin. Stem cell method can be used in the treatment of wounds and non-surgical treatment of scleroderma. Stem cell therapy also improves the appearance of acne scars, reduces signs of aging, repairs damaged hair follicles, while being effective in increasing collagen production and tissue repair. 

Autologous stem cell therapy can be used in articular cartilage disorders, arthritis, calcification, tendon and ligament problems, spine and intervertebral disc regeneration, rheumatic degenerative diseases, polyneuropathy, Herpes Zoster, anti-aging applications and medical aesthetic procedures.

The human body is made up of millions of cells. Due to aging, these cells lose their ability to renew and repair themselves. This leads to some changes in the body. The skin becomes thinner and loses its elasticity, resulting in wrinkles.  The use of stem cells to repair damaged tissues and regenerate healthy tissues is a very effective method for slowing down the aging and improving quality of life.