Stem Cells

Stem cell signals are described as capable of supporting connective tissue growth, antimicrobial activity, inflammation control, and angiogenesis. Stem cells are present in nearly every body tissue and help maintain local tissue health. Stem cells can self-renew and differentiate into target tissue cells. Stem cells are presented as central to tissue repair and potentially central to tissue aging. Current clinical interpretation emphasizes stem-cell paracrine signaling more than direct differentiation into replacement tissue. Bone marrow and fat are the main autologous stem cell sources used for the full body makeover. Mesenchymal stem cells from bone marrow and fat are established tools in conventional regenerative medicine. Regenerative medicine can move stem cells from richer source areas to places where healing is impaired.