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Long-lasting swelling along thread line - why has this happened & is there a way to remove them? (Photos)

I had a thread lift one and half years ago. I still have swelling along the thread line on my cheeks. Why has this happened and is there any way to remove the threads?

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Hello,This is Dr. Hong from Fresh Clinic, Seoul, South Korea. Based on the pictures, I can see some hollowness in the side cheeks and a flat cheekbone, which also contributes to the prominence of your nasolabial folds. From my perspective, there are two possible minimally invasive treatment...

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Yes the threads can be attempted to be removed under ultrasound guided removal under local anesthesia. Fee $2,000. Best to virtual or in person consult with....

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James R. Gordon, MD, FACS, FAAO

Thank you for sharing your question. RF might hasten the process of the thread’s dissolving, but given time the bump should improve. Also opening the area of skin and cutting off the protruding part might help. Unfortunately, there is no definitive answer. Good luck,

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