Is There an Alternative to Contour Thread Lift?

Contour Threadlifts use permanent barbed sutures and the results are short lived. You are lucky if you had results that lasted more than a few years.  I recommend a procedure that will give you years of benefit. The Lite-lift® is a simpler procedure that can be performed in the office with a local anesthetic and improve signs of aging around the neck, jawbone and lower face. These procedures are not “Thread-lifts” or “String-lifts”. We do not use the “barbed” sutures employed in these other lifting operations. The Lite-lift® uses longer lasting techniques that are discussed below. Because the incisions are limited, there is less bruising, swelling and healing time for most patients. Many patients can be back to work in one to two weeks looking rested and more youthful.

The problem you are having with the thread lift is quite common.  Many patients have found that they simply don't last.  At 43 years old it may have offered you some improvement in your face and neck.  Although it is impossible to tell without an exam or photo, you more likely would benefit from a facelift at this point, whether it is a mini-lift or a standard facelift.  You should consult with a board certified plastic surgeon who can present the different options to you.

Surgical alternatives to Contour Thread lift procedures do exist. I performed several of those procedures with excellent results especially when accompanied by minor skin excision procedures or with judicious liposuction. There are other procedures that are also minor in nature and can be done in a similar fashion. Through several small incisions around the ear, looping type sutures can be used to elevate the neck and jaw line. In addition, the midface can be treated in a similar fashion with short incision types of procedures. There is also a procedure that is done with the Silouhette lift sutures which are similar to the Contour threads but are dissolvable. I do believe all of these minor procedures should be accompanied by some skin removal to achieve the best results especially if you are over the age of 45.