Stem Cell Treatment: Skin Rejuvenation

Stem cell treatment is regarded as one of the most groundbreaking developments in medicine. As the basic cell, the stem cell has the capacity to form the other specialised cell types in our body (muscle, cartilage, bone cells, etc.).

These self-renewing cells can divide under suitable conditions in our body or in a laboratory setting to form new cells with different functions. Set apart from the other cells in the body by these properties, stem cells have been used in various treatment methods for many years.

Over the last ten years, stem cell treatment has achieved great success in its aesthetic use and has been in high demand.

What Are Stem Cells?

Stem cells are highly special and valuable cells with the ability to turn into all the other cell types in our body. The body's capacity to cope with various external factors and the challenges of life, and to renew itself, is made possible by the presence of these cells.

Scientific studies have shown that fat tissue is a rich source of stem cells. It has been observed that stem cells obtained by plastic surgeons from fat tissue using a special liposuction method give the skin radiance and vitality. Today, the process of obtaining pure stem cells from fat tissue is regarded as an important advance in medicine.

Skin Rejuvenation Procedure with Stem Cell Treatment
Skin Rejuvenation with Stem Cell Treatment, Bağdat Avenue, Istanbul

Benefits of Stem Cell Treatment

Stem cell treatment stands out as one of today's most innovative and effective skin renewal methods.

This advanced-technology treatment offers natural and effective solutions for skin rejuvenation, particularly as an alternative to surgical procedures.

With stem cell treatment, comprehensive renewal can be achieved against the skin problems brought by the ageing process.

Here are some of the benefits of stem cell treatment:

Renewal Without the Need for Surgery: Stem cell treatment is a non-invasive (non-surgical) approach. This means that patients can renew their skin without long recovery periods, the risks of anaesthesia and the potential complications of surgical procedures.

Correcting Anatomical Changes and Tissue Loss: With the ageing process, the skin's elasticity decreases and the fat tissue in the face may diminish. Stem cell treatment fills these losses and restores the natural contours of the face. It also reduces signs of ageing such as wrinkles and fine lines in the skin.

A Simple and Effective Procedure: Stem cell treatment is carried out using cells obtained from the patient's own fat tissue. The procedure is usually performed by plastic surgeons under local anaesthesia. The treatment is generally a quick and simple procedure, so patients can return to their normal lives immediately after treatment.

Natural Appearance: Stem cell treatment works by preserving and supporting the natural structure of the skin. This makes the skin look younger and fresher, while at the same time achieving an extremely natural result. In other words, those treated achieve rejuvenated skin without excessive changes or an artificial look on their face.

Improving Skin Health: Stem cell treatment improves the overall health of the skin by increasing its capacity to renew itself. The treatment makes the skin firmer, more supple and more vibrant, improves its overall texture and tone, and clears pigmentation caused by smoking or sun spots.

Stem cell treatment is a method that stands out among modern aesthetic and dermatological treatments. As an innovative and effective approach, this treatment is an excellent option for individuals who wish to preserve the health and youthfulness of their skin.

The treatment can be tailored to individual needs and skin condition, so that the best results can be achieved for each patient.

Why Stem Cell Treatment from Fat Is Preferred

Owing to reasons such as being a rich source of adult stem cells and ease of application, stem cell treatment from fat has become one of the most popular treatment methods of our time. Adult stem cells are found in high concentrations, particularly in fat tissue. This property makes fat tissue a preferred source in stem cell treatments. Here are the reasons why stem cell treatment from fat is preferred, in detail:

  1. High Concentration of Stem Cells

The number of stem cells in fat tissue is 500-1000 times higher than in bone marrow. This concentration makes fat tissue a valuable source for stem cell treatment and increases the effectiveness of the treatment.

  1. Comfort and Safety of the Procedure

Harvesting stem cells from fat does not require general anaesthesia. It is carried out painlessly and comfortably under local anaesthesia or light sedation. This allows patients to go through the treatment process more comfortably. In addition, harvesting stem cells from fat is a less laborious and painless procedure compared with harvesting them from bone marrow.

  1. Twofold Benefit

While stem cells are being harvested from fat, liposuction can also be performed in the same session. This allows the patient both to receive stem cell treatment and to benefit from body contouring. In this way, two different results are achieved with a single procedure.

How Is Stem Cell Treatment from Fat Performed?

Stem cell treatment from fat requires a special and detailed process. The procedure is carried out by experienced plastic surgeons in an environment where sterile conditions are ensured. Here is the fat-derived stem cell treatment process step by step:

  1. Fat Harvesting

The treatment begins with fat tissue being taken from the patient. This is done under local anaesthesia using special, fine-bore liposuction cannulas. The amount of fat taken is determined according to the aim of the treatment and the amount of stem cells needed.

  1. Separation of the Stem Cells

The harvested fat tissue goes through a special process lasting about 1 hour. During this process, the stem cells are separated from the fat tissue and a pure stem cell solution is obtained.

  1. Stem Cell Injection

The pure stem cell solution obtained is injected into the area where it is needed, either on its own or mixed with fat. This injection allows the stem cells to exert their regenerative and healing effects in the area targeted by the treatment.

Stem cell treatment from fat is an innovative and safe method that offers effective results in both aesthetic and therapeutic applications. The treatment offers a minimally invasive approach while encouraging the natural healing process. In conclusion, stem cell treatment from fat is regarded as a groundbreaking step in rejuvenation and repair.

Where Are Stem Cells Used?

The areas in which stem cells are used are constantly expanding with technological developments. Stem cells obtained from fat are frequently preferred, particularly in orthopaedics and plastic surgery.

Stem cell treatment offers effective results in many areas, from the treatment of joint damage to the repair of non-healing wounds.

In aesthetic surgery, stem cells are used for various purposes such as skin rejuvenation, hair treatments and the removal of skin blemishes.

You can also take a look at this article in Hürriyet newspaper: click for the facial and skin rejuvenation with stem cells procedure (in Turkish).

Facial Rejuvenation with Stem Cells

The ageing process causes loss of elasticity, wrinkles and pigmentation in the skin. Stem cell treatment aims to reduce the effects of ageing by renewing the damaged and depleted collagen and elastin structures.

Problems such as sagging, wrinkles and skin blemishes on the face can be effectively eliminated with stem cell treatment.

Facial rejuvenation is an application that draws on the aesthetic and regenerative power of stem cell technology. This treatment not only renews the skin in a natural and healthy way, but also slows down the ageing process and reduces existing effects of ageing. Facial rejuvenation with stem cells is used to restore the skin's elasticity and youthfulness, and also to treat skin problems such as acne scars.

Facial rejuvenation treatment with stem cells is not a surgical facelift. It is a minimally invasive approach that can be carried out in a clinical setting. The stem cell and tissue injections applied are designed to revitalise the facial tissues.

As we age, the facial tissues weaken and age, just like other parts of the body. Stem cell treatment has the potential to reverse this process.

Facial Rejuvenation Procedure with Stem Cell Treatment
Facial Rejuvenation with Stem Cell Treatment, Bağdat Avenue, Istanbul

How Is Stem Cell Treatment Applied?

Stem cell treatment is usually carried out by experienced plastic surgeons under local anaesthesia or light sedation. Patients can return to their daily lives immediately after the procedure.

The treatment process begins with the fat tissue taken from the patient being enriched into stem cells, after which these cells are applied to the face as a filler or in the form of mesotherapy.

Duration and Frequency of the Treatment

For facial rejuvenation, fat harvesting takes about 10 minutes. Converting the fat into stem cells takes 40 to 60 minutes, and injecting the cells into the face takes an extra 10 minutes. In total, the process takes about 1 to 1.5 hours. This treatment is generally not repeated within a few years.

When Do the Effects Start to Show?

The effects of facial rejuvenation treatment begin to become visible within the first 2 months after the procedure. This effect continues thanks to the self-renewing property of stem cells.

Causes of Facial Ageing

Facial ageing is not only about sagging skin; it is also related to the shrinking and receding of the bones that form the structure of the face, such as the cheekbones. Stem cell treatment gives the skin a young and fresh appearance by filling these deficiencies and reducing the effects of ageing that develop over time.

Stem Cell Treatment for the Face

The treatment begins with fat harvesting under local anaesthesia using fine cannulas. The harvested fat is processed specially to separate the stem cells and is injected in a way that suits the anatomy of the face.

Effects After Treatment

After treatment with stem cell-rich fat tissue, an immediate fullness and vitality is felt in the face. Within 2 months, the full effect of the treatment begins to show. Patients achieve a younger, healthier and more proportionate face. While the stem cells provide continuous renewal of the skin, the injected fat tissue restores volume lost over time.

Who Is It Suitable For?

Facial rejuvenation is suitable for anyone showing signs of ageing. This method is ideal for reversing the ageing process and restoring the skin's youthfulness.

Hand Rejuvenation with Stem Cells

Our hands are one of the areas where the first signs of ageing appear and which are often overlooked. As the organs we use most in daily life, our hands are exposed to both environmental factors and the natural ageing process as we get older.

These effects show themselves as a reduction of fat tissue on the back of the hand, degeneration of collagen and elastin fibres, more prominent veins and an increase in skin blemishes. This is where hand rejuvenation with stem cell treatment can reverse the signs of ageing by giving the hands a young, healthy and aesthetic appearance.

Hand Rejuvenation with Stem Cells
Hand Rejuvenation with Stem Cell Treatment, Bağdat Avenue, Istanbul

Effects of Hand Rejuvenation Treatment with Stem Cells

When fat injections containing stem cells are applied to the back of the hand, where fat tissue has decreased and the subcutaneous tissue has thinned, they revitalise and rejuvenate the area. With this treatment:

Restructuring of Fat Tissue: The loss of fat tissue on the back of the hand is corrected with stem cell treatment. The treatment helps the hands achieve a full and healthy appearance.

Strengthening of Collagen and Elastin Fibres: Stem cell treatment stimulates the production of collagen and elastin. As a result, the firmness of the skin on the hands increases and the skin's elasticity is restored.

Reducing the Appearance of Veins: Veins that have become prominent as a result of the thinning subcutaneous tissue in the hands can be reduced with stem cell treatment. The treatment makes the back of the hand look smoother and younger.

Removing Skin Blemishes: Skin blemishes such as age spots and sun spots can be lightened with stem cell treatment. The treatment helps even out skin tone and makes the skin look more vibrant.

Treatment Process

Hand rejuvenation treatment with stem cells is usually carried out under local anaesthesia in a clinical setting. The treatment process consists of taking fat tissue from the patient, enriching this fat into stem cells through special processes and then injecting it into the back of the hand.

The effects of the treatment begin to be noticed immediately after the procedure, and the improvement continues over time. By rejuvenating the hands, this treatment offers an effective solution against general signs of ageing.

Hand rejuvenation treatment with stem cells is an effective and innovative approach to ageing of the back of the hand among modern aesthetic and dermatological treatments. By giving the hands a young, healthy and aesthetic appearance, the treatment helps manage the ageing process aesthetically.

Stem Cell Treatment for the Neck and Décolletage

The neck and décolletage are areas where signs of ageing are frequently seen and which are aesthetically important. Over time and depending on environmental factors, the skin may lose its elasticity, and wrinkles and blemishes may form. These changes become noticeable in the neck and décolletage just as they do on the face. However, stem cell treatment offers an effective solution for reducing these signs and rejuvenating the skin.

Stem Cell Treatment for the Neck and Décolletage
Stem Cell Treatment for the Neck and Décolletage, Istanbul

Benefits of Stem Cell Treatment for the Neck and Décolletage

When stem cell treatment is applied to the neck and décolletage, it initiates a deep renewal process in the skin. With this renewal process:

Reducing Tissue Laxity: Stem cells strengthen the supporting structures in the skin, so laxity and sagging in the tissue are reduced. The treatment makes the skin firmer and more elastic.

Eliminating Wrinkles: Stem cell treatment encourages skin renewal and reduces the appearance of wrinkles. The skin gains a smoother and younger appearance.

Lightening Skin Blemishes: Sun spots, age spots and other pigmentation problems can be lightened with stem cell treatment. The treatment helps even out skin tone.

Improving Skin Quality: Stem cell treatment supports the skin's natural repair mechanisms, so skin quality improves. With the treatment, the skin gains a more vibrant, healthy and fresh appearance.

Treatment Process

Stem cell treatment for the neck and décolletage is usually carried out under local anaesthesia in a clinical setting. The treatment process consists of taking fat tissue from the patient, enriching this fat into stem cells through special processes and then injecting it into the neck and décolletage. For fine wrinkles that do not require filling, the stem cell solution obtained from fat is injected into the skin with fine needles in the form of mesotherapy.

What to Expect After Treatment

After stem cell-rich fat tissue is applied, an immediate vitality and fullness is felt in the skin. The stem cell solution separated using a special method shows its effect on the skin within at least 2 months after the application. The effects of the treatment increase over time after the application, and the skin enters a renewal process. As a result of the treatment, patients achieve younger, healthier and more aesthetic skin.

The effects of the treatment can last longer when supported by skincare routines and healthy lifestyle choices.

Stem cell treatment for the neck and décolletage is an effective and innovative approach to reducing the signs of ageing and rejuvenating the skin.

This treatment plays an important role in combating regional signs of ageing and in maintaining skin health.

Hair Treatment with Stem Cells: Renewal and Vitality

Hair stem cell treatment offers an innovative and effective solution to common hair problems such as hair loss and thinning. Stem cells improve the health and function of hair follicles, while stimulating hair growth and increasing the hair's resistance to external factors.

The treatment supports the natural cycle of the hair and, by stimulating the anagen (growth) phase, contributes to the growth of healthy, thick hair.

Renewal and vitality for your hair with stem cell treatment,
Renewal and vitality for your hair with stem cell treatment, Bağdat Avenue, Istanbul

Effects of Stem Cell Treatment on Hair

Increasing the Proliferation of Follicular Cells: Stem cell treatment increases cell proliferation in the hair follicles, which helps the hair grow more healthily and reduces shedding.

Accelerating Hair Growth: Proteins obtained from stem cells increase the rate of hair growth. This allows the hair to grow faster and gain a fuller appearance.

Increasing the Hair's Resistance to External Conditions: Stem cell treatment makes the hair more resistant to external factors. This helps the hair become more resilient to environmental factors and mechanical damage.

Stimulating the Anagen Phase of the Hair: Stem cell treatment encourages the growth phase of the hair and keeps the hair in the growth phase for longer. This helps reduce hair loss and gives the hair a thicker appearance.

Treatment Process

Hair treatment with stem cells is usually carried out under local anaesthesia by experienced plastic surgeons in a clinical setting.

The treatment process consists of taking fat tissue from the patient, processing this fat specially to obtain stem cells and then injecting them into the scalp. The effects of the treatment increase over time after the application, and the hair enters a renewal process.

What to Expect After Treatment

After stem cell treatment, a noticeable vitality and fullness is felt in the hair. The effects of the treatment become visible over time after the application, and the improvement in hair structure continues.

As a result of the treatment, patients achieve healthier, fuller and more vibrant hair. The effects of the treatment can last longer when supported by hair care routines and healthy lifestyle choices.

Hair treatment with stem cells offers an effective and innovative solution for problems such as hair loss and thinning. This treatment plays an important role in maintaining hair health and rejuvenating the hair.

Specialist in Skin Rejuvenation with Stem Cells: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Çiğdem Karadağ

In the field of skin rejuvenation with stem cells, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Çiğdem Karadağ, one of the distinguished names of Bağdat Avenue in Istanbul, is among the pioneering names in this field as a plastic and aesthetic surgery specialist. She has authored scientific articles and book chapters on this subject in many renowned international and national journals. Offering her patients the revolutionary changes that stem cell treatment brings to skin rejuvenation and repair, Dr Karadağ is known for her personalised treatment plans.

With in-depth knowledge and broad experience in stem cell treatment, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Çiğdem Karadağ meticulously assesses each patient's skin structure, lifestyle and expectations. This holistic approach guarantees service and satisfaction of the highest standards at every stage of the treatment process.

Under Dr Karadağ's leadership, stem cell treatment is successfully applied in many areas such as skin rejuvenation, wrinkle reduction, lightening of skin blemishes and improving the overall quality of the skin.

Dr Karadağ, who holds her consultations at her clinic on Bağdat Avenue in Istanbul, offers her patients a comfortable treatment experience at Acıbadem Altunizade Hospital in Istanbul, which is equipped with modern technology.

As well as being a preferred name in plastic and aesthetic surgery, she continues to achieve results with stem cell treatment that improve quality of life.

Stem cell treatment with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Çiğdem Karadağ means embarking on a natural, effective and reliable skin renewal journey. Offering attentive support and superior expertise at every stage of the treatment, Dr Karadağ accompanies your skin through its rejuvenation process and helps you achieve healthier and more vibrant skin.

If you too would like your skin to enter a rejuvenation process that defies time, get in touch with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Çiğdem Karadağ without wasting any time.

In the hands of a specialist doctor, stem cell treatment can help your skin take a step towards youthfulness, so you can enjoy renewed and vibrant skin.

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