I’m almost 44 years old and I have been using face tape with an elastic band to slim my chin and lower face area. I really like the effect and it takes years and probably ten pounds off my face. I like the results so much I went to a cosmetic dermatologist and asked if the same result could be achieved with threads. He insisted I need a lower facelift but I am hoping to put a facelift off till 50 or so. I’d rather do something less invasive right now
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Hi Original761290,Great question. Your age of 80 years old does not exclude you from having a thread lift. Without knowing anything else about you except your age, yes you can have a thread lift at age 80. Thanks for your questions.
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PDO threads are designed to lift, not to create volume. If you want a lift and volume you would need to have the threads plus an injectable filler to create more volume. Although rare, PDO threads have potential complications and the person who is treating you should explain all the risks. Don't...
