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

Infection or inflamatory reaction to a treads is a reson for this complication. The only way to deal with it is to remove trads. In person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon is recommended. Good luck.

Most thread-lifts are based on absorbable threads, which would no longer be present 18 months post procedure. So, in all likelihood, there is nothing to remove. Depending on your goals, the definitive way to address aging changes in the face is a deep plane facelift, which would also allow for release of the soft tissues and help correct the currently perceived problem.