DR. Emrah CINIK
Medical Doctor
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Hair cloning is an emerging technique in hair restoration that aims to multiply hair follicleA hair follicle is a small, tube-like structure embedded in the scalp that produces and grows individual strands of hair.... cells in a laboratory before reimplanting them into the scalp. Unlike traditional hair transplants, which redistribute existing hair, cloning has the potential to create an unlimited number of new hair follicles.
The process involves extracting dermal papilla cells from a patient’s scalp, cultivating them in a controlled environment, and injecting them back into balding areas to stimulate new hair growth. Researchers hope this method will revolutionize hair loss treatment by providing a permanent, scalable solution, even for those with severe baldness or limited donor hair.
While hair cloning is still in experimental stages, early studies suggest promising results. Challenges include ensuring consistent follicle regeneration and preventing immune rejection. If perfected, hair cloning could eliminate the limitations of traditional transplants, offering a true cure for hair loss.