A thread lift may also be known as the “non-surgical facelift”. It can be a minimally invasive treatment that can lift sagging and ageing areas of the face. At Precision Aesthetics, our preferred thread is MINT™ which stands for Minimally Invasive Nonsurgical Thread.
Elastin and collagen are the proteins that make up the skin’s supporting structure, maintaining firmness and youth. With age, there is a decrease in elastin and collagen due to a slowing of production, contributing to wrinkles and sagging skin. Heavy nasolabial folds, deepened smile lines, sunken cheeks, and jowls – are all features that make you look tired and older. Threads, in conjunction with other non-invasive treatments, are one way to restore and maintain your skin’s elasticity and firmness if you’re already experiencing the effects of ageing.
MINT™ PDO thread is a minimally invasive procedure that does not need general anaesthesia or incisions for your patients. There are tiny barbs strategically placed and moulded circumferentially around the thread. The threads are then positioned under the skin, the barbs anchor onto sagging skin, and the thread is tensioned, suspending the tissue to achieve a naturally youthful and defined look.
Downtime after a Thread Lift treatment should be negligible. Still, you may experience slight swelling and bruising in the days after your operation. Some mild tension in the areas that have been elevated may be present. Doctor Ching will give you individual advice tailored to your lifestyle to ensure your recovery is as quick and easy as possible.
A thread lift uses absorbable, barbed sutures to suspend facial structures, stimulate the production of collagen and elastin, and produce a tighter, more youthful appearance to the neck and face.
The thread lift results will appear immediately after the procedure but improve over the next few weeks. Although this procedure is relatively pain-free, there can be bruising and swelling. By day 3-5, most patients can be seen in public. The final healing and result are completed in a few weeks.
A thread lift can correct certain conditions, but this is only temporary, and natural ageing will continue. Using the correct cosmeceuticals and a good sunblock will prolong results.
Although good results are expected from your procedure, there is no guarantee. In some situations, achieving optimal results with a single procedure may not be possible, and another operation may be necessary.
Following your post-operative instructions is essential to the success of your surgery. It is important that the surgical area not be subjected to excessive force, abrasion or motion during healing.
MINT™ PDO produces immediate results and waiting months and weeks to see your results is unnecessary. Expected results, which may vary with MINT™ PDO, include:
A thread lift is an excellent procedure when used in conjunction with other treatments such as lasers, PRP, injectables, botulinum toxin, and fillers. The threads can target sagging skin, and fillers can be used for deep lines to create an overall youthful appearance on the face.
The procedure delivers immediate results and can last up to 12 to 18 months. This, however, depends upon the individual patient and their lifestyle, age, skin type and how quickly their body breaks down the sutures.
For the best results, patients should have moderate skin laxity and thickness. Suppose there is significant laxity with thin skin or heavy jowling with thicker skin. In that case, a surgical option is the better one. One way to check before a consultation with Dr Ching is to lay down on your back and see if you like how your face looks, as it can be a good indicator of how effective the threads can be.
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