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I use both kinds of threads and have yet to recommend one type over the other. Most of my thread supplies are determined by availability of threads from the company in a timely manner.
Hello and thank you for the Photos, In this situation I believe that more threads are required. I would insert more threads under the chin and to the sides. Best, Oxana Popescu MD
Hi As three lifts can only lift the skin (rather than removing skin in a face lift) there can be some gathering. Mostly this is due to swelling which settles over a few days. This does vary with the type of thread used, for example silhouette soft produces more gathering and dimples than other...
It can take a few days for the swelling to go down after a thread lift. The tightness will soften a bit after this. There can still be some tightness for up to 4 weeks, which is why routine dental work should be avoided for 4 weeks. The tenderness will improve over 7 days, but there can still be...
In my experience with Silhouette Soft threads, the ideal candidate is the person with a skin that is not too thin or too thick and with mild to moderate skin laxity ( sagging) at the jawline.A doctor can also perform the skin stretch test to assess if the patient is suitable for this procedure...
In the past surgeons used to use non absorbable thread for facial enhancement. In my experience and in my practice, we only use absorbable threads, and have been getting very good results with them with very minimal complications.So I think the answer depends on your surgeon but we have had very...
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...