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Thread Lifting is anexcellent option for the cheeks and jowls, I would recommend the Barbed Threadsfor the lower 1/3 of the face and cheeks. A realistic expectation for BarbedThreads is a 6 month result, which usually just needs a touch up at that point. This procedurehas an immediate lifting result with minimal downtime, some patients mayexperience a tightness sensation, minor bruising, pain at the injection siteswhich resolves within a few days.
Terminology in medicine & surgery is very important. The old 'ThreadLift' concept was a complete failure and has fallen out of use for the last 5 to 6 years if not longer. Even the 'Contour Threads' failed. BUT since 2009 in Europe the "Silhouette Lift" has flourished with over 40,000+ being done in Europe. Middle East, Asia. Has had CE approval since 2009 and since June 2015 FDA approval for mid face elevation and tightening. It is NOT a thread with bards! But is a 3-0 prolene suture with spaced PLL cones (Sculptra). Thus elevation plus collagen deposition occurs a double effect. I personal was trained by Dr Richard M. GoldFarb to become certified in Silhouette Lift and have now performed over 25 cases. Everyone is very satisfied with the improved appearances. Understand this DOESNOT replace a mini/midi/full Facelift. But offers an easy fast recovery alternative over peels, large filler volumes injected lasting only months, and incisional surgery with anesthesia required. In fact it is so much better than the out of vogue Lift Style Lift that I wish I had this for years. Additionally I offer this also as an add on to other surgeries i.e. TT, Augs, lipo. Or do less of a FaceLift with adding the Silhouettes in combination. I believe the 'Silhouette Lift' will be the next BOTOX event in Cosmetic Medicine/Surgery...
Dear Babs80, Thank you for your question. Threads can be divided into absorbable and non absorbable sutures. The trend now is for absorbable sutures, of which we have PDO and PLLA. Threadlift is a minimally invasive treatment, and it appeals to people because of this fact. Removal of a...
Thank you for sharing your question and photos. Dimpling can occur on occasion with thread lifting. It often resolves on its own with gentle massage. Make sure to follow up with your doctor for in-person evaluation. Good luck.
Thank you for your question. Your answer is that some threads that are absorbably go away from 3 months to 18 months. With the PDO threads (Nova) these generally last from 3 months to 5 months for the smaller ones and longer for the larger ones. The silhouette sutures have cones, are...