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What is Basic Cell therapy at Bong Bong, and what does it do?

The core stem-cell programme at Bong Bong Wellness Clinic

Quick answer

Basic Cell is the name Bong Bong Wellness Clinic uses for its stem-cell treatment, using primitive cells that have not yet differentiated and can self-renew or become specialised tissue, to repair damaged cells and tissue at the root. The clinic states it uses this for immune restoration, anti-ageing and tissue repair, delivering roughly 100 million cells per session via direct injection into the affected site.

Key facts

Programme name
Basic Cell
Cell properties
Self-renewal and differentiation
Dose per session
Around 100 million cells
Injection technique
Direct precision injection
Cell sources
Own fat, own blood, donor fat

What Basic Cell means

According to the clinic, Basic Cell therapy uses primitive stem cells that have not yet differentiated, with two key properties: self-renewal, and the ability to differentiate into whichever specialised cell type the body needs. That property is why the clinic uses Basic Cell to repair damaged cells and tissue at the root of the problem rather than only addressing surface symptoms.

Three main stated effects

Bong Bong Wellness Clinic places Basic Cell therapy at the core of its Reverse Aging approach, citing three main effects: renewing cells and repairing damaged tissue to slow the ageing process; stimulating collagen and elastin production to improve skin elasticity and reduce wrinkles; and activating immune cells to strengthen resistance against external disease.

Combining with supporting programmes

In practice, the clinic doesn't deliver Basic Cell as an isolated injection — it pairs it with other wellness programmes, such as negative-pressure circulation care, which acts like a pump to help injected cells distribute more effectively throughout the body, and IV nutrient therapy, which rebalances the body to receive treatment. This reflects the view that cells alone are not enough; the internal environment must also support their function.

Cell dose and injection technique

The clinic states it uses around 100 million cells per session, combined with a precision injection technique directly into the affected site rather than relying solely on general intravenous delivery, reasoning that targeted injection lets cells act more directly where repair is needed. That said, the appropriate cell dose and injection technique can vary depending on the condition and body area being treated.

Cell sources used

Cell sources for this programme vary: the clinic states it uses the patient's own adipose (fat) tissue, the patient's own blood, and donor adipose tissue within a single programme, allowing the source to be matched to each patient's condition and needs. It also uses a blood-based cell extraction kit that cuts the old roughly two-week wait down to same-day treatment — a detail explored further in later articles in this series.

What to ask before deciding

Thai patients considering the Basic Cell programme should ask the clinic to clarify, for their specific case, which cell source will be used, how many cells they will actually receive, the recommended number of sessions per course, and how outcomes will be tracked. Website information describes the general programme; case-specific details should be confirmed directly with the examining physician before committing to treatment.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Basic Cell the same stem-cell type used at other clinics?

    It is Bong Bong's branded name for its own stem-cell treatment; the basic principle resembles general stem-cell therapy, but preparation and injection details are clinic-specific.

  • How many sessions are needed to see results?

    The number of sessions depends on telomere test results and individual condition; ask the physician for a personalised plan.

  • Why inject directly into the site instead of a general IV?

    The clinic reasons that targeted injection lets cells act more directly at the site needing repair.

Medical cautions

  • This article is educational information only — not a diagnosis, prescription, or personal medical advice.
  • Outcomes vary by person, depending on age, underlying conditions, current medication, and the treating doctor's technique.
  • Consult a licensed physician and verify the clinic's licence before deciding on any treatment.
  • Some treatments (certain stem cell therapies in particular) are regulated differently by country — check Thai and Korean rules before travelling.
  • Prices, packages, and service details can change — confirm directly with the provider before paying.

Reviewed and last updated: 2026-08-28

References and sources

Every claim in this article can be traced back to the official sources below.

  1. 1. Official site — Bong Bong Wellness Clinic

    https://bongbongbasic.com/home/index.php

  2. 2. Official site — Bong Bong Plastic Surgery

    https://www.bongbongclinic.com/home/index.php

  3. 3. Official YouTube channel (BONGBONG TV)

    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs3agUG5Rr_miWATvNV-zVQ

  4. 4. Official wellness centre Instagram

    https://www.instagram.com/basic_wellness_center

  5. 5. Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS)

    https://www.mfds.go.kr/eng/index.do

  6. 6. Korea Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW)

    https://www.mohw.go.kr/eng/

  7. 7. PubMed medical research database (NIH)

    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/

  8. 8. Medical Korea — official info for international patients (KHIDI)

    https://www.medicalkorea.or.kr/

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Last updated: 2026-08-28 · This content is for information only and is not medical advice. Consult a qualified doctor before making treatment decisions.

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