Get the real deal on beauty treatments—real doctors, real reviews, and real photos with real results.Here's how we earn your trust.

see all q&a
Posted underThread Lift q&a

Facelift: I am experiencing some skin laxity after the reduction.

Justbeethical89Jun 8, 2018
HI doctors. I am in my mid 30's and a few years ago i under went a slight cheekbone and jaw reduction. I am experiencing some skin laxity after the reduction. I was wondering if non invasive threadlifts (facelift) will absorb inside the face over time? or do the threads stay inside the face?

Answers (1)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
Dr. Amir Nasir, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Jan 9, 2019
Answer

More Thread Lift Questions

Top Answer
User Avatar
Israr Wong, MBBS

Dear Strawberriexsweetie The end of the thread is attached to your skin tightly at the indentation , a properly placed massage by your doctor will easily loosen that attachment and resolve the issue IMMEDIATELY.  Alternatively, it will also resolve by itself within 3-4 weeks. Rigottomy can...

+1 answers
Top Answer
User Avatar
Ariel Ostad, MD

Many pros and cons can be seen with facial threading. The pros include: instant results, collagen stimulation, long lasting results, no surgical risks. Cons include: complications associated such as poking, migration, and palpation. Overall, this procedure is best for patients with minimal la...

+1 answers
Top Answer
User Avatar
Mirjana Janjic, MD

Threads should never be left poking out of the skin. From your description, it is likely that the end of the thread got caught when passing through the skin.  With the facial movements, it can start protruding. Your doctor will be able to snip off the end of the thread, so you must let...

+2 answers
See all Thread Lift Q&A
See more Thread Lift Q&As
See all Q&As
SEE THREAD LIFT GUIDE →