Thread lift treatment uses absorbable, medical-grade threads to tighten the loose facial skin and give you a youthful appearance.
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What is Thread Lift Treatment?
Loose hanging skin can alter your facial appearance and is a common cause for people to lose their self-confidence as they age. While some treatments remove the loose skin surgically, a thread lift treatment can suspend a few portions of it.
A thread lift treatment is a minimally-invasive cosmetic treatment during which a dermatologist or a trained cosmetic surgeon puts fibres under the skin to pull it back. Since it is not a surgical treatment, the recovery time following this treatment is quick.
The thread lift treatment is not just a corrective treatment for ageing signs but also stimulates the body’s healing response and triggers collagen production in large amounts. A rise in collagen fibres in the skin delays ageing, improves skin firmness, texture, and volume, and keeps it hydrated and supple.
This treatment can be combined with other aesthetic treatments like dermal fillers for specific skin conditions.
How it works
There are different types of threads used in this treatment.
PDO Threads
Polydioxanone or PDO threads: A PDO thread lift uses dissolvable sutures to lift your sagging skin and rejuvenate it.
PLA Threads
These are derived from a biocompatible material derived from lactic acid. These threads are resorbable and regenerate collagen over a more extended period of time.
PCA Threads
Polycaprolactone or PCA threads are newer than PDO threads and comprise monofilament threads of synthetic origin. These are bioabsorbable threads.
Preparation
Who Needs Thread Lift?
The thread lift treatment is ideal for people in their late 30s to those in their late 50s with signs of ageing like loose, hanging or lax skin.
Though many people require facelift surgery, thread lift is a non-surgical alternative for those who do not wish to opt for a more invasive treatment or those who are advised against elective surgery.
Your dermatologist or cosmetic surgeon will clinically evaluate your skin laxity and take a thorough medical history to determine the best possible treatment alternative. The thread lift treatment can be used for several parts of the body, including:
- Areas of the Face
- Eyebrows
- Neck
- Arms
- Jawline
- Buttocks
- Abdomen
- Inner thigh
- Knees
- Mid-face area
- Cheeks
Use case
How Does the Thread Lifts Work?
A thread lift treatment works in different ways based on the area being treated. There are two ways by which thread lifts work:
- Temporary threads are placed under your skin that pull it back or up, giving your skin a tighter experience.
- The thread used under your skin: Some threads give your facial skin an instantly lifted look.
The basic technique for a thread lift treatment is:
- You will be asked to get comfortable and recline in the treatment room.
- Your doctor will apply a topical anaesthetic or alcohol to the treatment area to numb it.
- A cannula or a thin needle is used to insert the threads under your skin. This step can take around 30 to 45 minutes.
- Once all the threads have been inserted, the cannula or needle is removed. You might feel mild tightening under the skin.
You will be allowed to go home after the treatment and return to your daily activities.
Preparation
How Can You Prepare For Your Thread Lift Appointment?
A thread lift treatment usually does not need elaborate preparation. Your doctor will instruct you on what you should and should not do before your session. Some routine preparatory measures that you may need are:
- Avoid taking an anticoagulant like Aspirin or Warfarin at least 48 hours before treatment.
- Avoid taking NSAIDs or consuming alcohol for around 48 hours before the treatment.
- Before your thread lift treatment, stop taking any vitamins or mineral supplements, fish oil, garlic, or Gingko Biloba.
- Relax before your thread lift treatment and avoid any triggers of stress the night before your appointment
- Avoid inflammatory foods in your diet for a few days before your treatment.
What to expect
Expectations/ Results after Non Surgical Thread Lift Treatment
The results of a Non Surgical thread lift treatment vary for every person and depend on several factors. You will begin to notice the initial effects of the treatment immediately after the session.
You may experience mild discomfort or redness on the skin in the first couple of days after a session, but these symptoms will resolve by themselves quickly.
Following your doctor’s post-treatment instructions and a healthy lifestyle can prolong the effects achieved by a thread lift treatment.
You must understand that these results achieved by a thread lift treatment are not permanent and usually last up to 18 months.
As per the instructions of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, you must stay away from your daily moisturiser, saunas and high-intensity workouts for the first few weeks after a thread lift treatment.
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After evaluating your medical and medication history and evaluating your skin clinically, your dermatologist or cosmetic surgeon will determine the most suitable treatment.
If you are a candidate for Thread Lift therapy, your doctor will instruct you on the next steps.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Avoid direct sunlight
- Do not perform any strenuous activity that may lead to excessive sweating
- Avoid excessive heat
- Your dermatologist may advise a cold compress to help fasten the recovery and reduce any mild discomfort that you may have.
- Sleep with your heads and shoulders elevated for the first four to five days after the thread lift treatment.
- Avoid touching, rubbing or scrubbing your face during the first week after your treatment.
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During your thread lift treatment, you will be able to see the initial results treatment immediately after the session.
A thread lift treatment is a minimally-invasive treatment that is almost painless. Your dermatologist or cosmetic surgeon will usually apply a topical anaesthetic to ensure a comfortable treatment. Some people may experience mild discomfort, tingling, or redness after a session.
A thread lift treatment is safe, and any adult between ages 30 and upwards experiencing signs of ageing can undergo this treatment.
You must have realistic expectations from your thread lift treatment. This treatment is not permanent, and its effects last around two years. Your dermatologist may recommend dermal fillers or other treatments to enhance your results. You can prolong the effects of your thread lift treatment if you make healthy lifestyle changes.
Thread lift treatment may take around 30 minutes to one hour.
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