Mutations in fibroblast growth factor 23 (FGF-23 ... in patients with confirmed or suspected oncogenic osteomalacia before and after surgery and in patients with X-linked hypophosphatemia treated ...

According to a 2014 article published in the journal Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, the effects are expected to stimulate fibroblast production for up to 1 year after treatment.

Traditionally, fibroblasts—specialized supporting cells within the dermis—have been believed to play a key role in producing collagen. In humans, collagen is formed before and after birth.

Traditionally, fibroblasts -- specialized supporting cells within the dermis -- have been believed to play a key role in producing collagen. In humans, collagen is formed before and after birth.