The Procedure
What Is a Thread Lift?
Thread Lift is a non-surgical cosmetic procedure that aims to mimic the effects of a surgical facelift without the need for cutting or undermining the skin. While surgical facelifts generally offer superior and longer-lasting results, Thread Lift serves as an intermediate option for those seeking a less invasive approach before considering surgical solutions.
The procedure involves the use of medical-grade absorbable PDO threads, which come in various lengths, thicknesses, and configurations. What sets these threads apart is the presence of tiny hooks or barbs along their length, allowing them to anchor themselves under the skin.
Ideal Candidate
Thread Lift is most effective for individuals with moderate skin laxity in areas like the jowls and neck. In cases where there is excessive sagging or folds of skin, the results may be less dramatic but can still provide some improvement.
Step by Step
How Does Thread Lift Create the Lift?
Entry Point
The process begins with a small needle creating a tiny entry point in the skin. The PDO thread, attached to a blunt-tip cannula, is inserted through this entry point and carefully guided beneath the skin to the targeted area.
Thread Placement
Depending on the desired lift, multiple barbed threads — typically 3 to 5 on each side — may be inserted through the same entry point, fanning out towards the endpoint.
The Lift
Once the threads are in place, they are gently pulled outward and upward, causing the barbs to engage under the skin. A gentle bunching of the skin at the entry point achieves the desired lift effect.
Securing the Result
Several steri-strips are applied both along and across the inserted threads to secure them in their new position. These steri-strips detach naturally within 2 to 3 days.
Collagen Stimulation
As the threads gradually dissolve over 4 to 6 months, they stimulate the production of new collagen. This newly-formed collagen plays a role in preserving the initial lift.
"Thread Lift offers a less invasive way to rejuvenate your appearance — lifting and tightening the skin without major surgery."
Is Thread Lift Right for You?
Thread Lift provides a valuable option for those seeking a subtle and temporary improvement without the need for major surgery. While it may not replace the results of a surgical facelift, it is an excellent intermediate step for patients with moderate skin laxity who want visible rejuvenation with minimal downtime.
Procedure Type
Non-surgical
Thread Dissolution
4 – 6 months
Downtime
Minimal
Ready to Look Younger Without Surgery?
Schedule a consultation with Dr. Cynthia M. Lopez to find out if Thread Lift is right for you.
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