The elongation of telomeres at a wound site has been shown to provide extraordinary healing capabilities. A wound, whether external or internal, can only heal as quickly as new cells can divide to build new tissue. Elongating chromosomal telomeres allows skin and tissues to divide more quickly and constitute healthier structures. Applying a healing agent to a wound site, either internally or externally, is likely to save lives or to help prevent infection, scarring, and disability.