Following a PDO thread procedure (3+ wks ago) one thread (temple area) is slightly protruding. It appears to be moving anteriorly, as though being pushed out by the skin. RF treatment to accelerate dissolving the thread has been proposed, however I read a paper by Li, Xang, et al (2022) which found that PDO+RF actually amplifies inflammatory response, fat necrosis and nodules (granulomas?). How much of a risk is this? Can a thread keep moving outward? Is RF really recommended? Thanks
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Hello, and thank you for your question. I don't want to say the risk is 0 with thread lifts, but the risk of blindness from a mid-face thread lift for jowls and frown lines would be extremely minimal. For more bang for your buck, I would suggest starting with filler in the cheek area however. It...
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