Thread lifting is a minimally invasive, effective cosmetic procedure that involves the subcutaneous implantation of materials biocompatible with the human body to reinforce soft tissues. The technique is an excellent alternative to radical surgery, as it is characterized by a minimum of post-procedural complications and short recovery times. To correct age-related changes, different types of threads are used, which are selected individually for each client. The technique demonstrates excellent results for patients aged 35–50 years. The effect of a thread facelift lasts for several years. Cosmetologists at the International Hemostasis Clinic use proven, certified material for thread lifting, guaranteeing each client the most positive results and no side effects.
Types of threads
Facial thread lifting is a minimally invasive anti-aging procedure that uses non-absorbable or absorbable fibers. The first ones remain under the skin after implantation, maintaining a reinforcing effect for 5 to 7 years. Over the course of several months, the absorbable threads gradually dissolve and are removed from the body, and in their place a reliable framework or collagen and connective tissue remains. This frame holds soft structures in a given position, preventing the development of gravitational ptosis. The effect of using self-absorbable threads lasts up to 2 years.
Modern cosmetology clinics use the following types of threads for thread lifting:
- Smooth. They are an absolutely smooth fiber made of silicone, polyurethane, and polyamide. The material does not dissolve and is implanted into the deep layers of the skin, guaranteeing a serious tightening even in cases of severe ptosis. The introduction of smooth threads requires cutting the skin, so the procedure should only be performed by an experienced cosmetologist.
- Mesothreads. They are absorbable threads that dissolve independently 6 months after implantation. The introduction of fibers is carried out with a special blunt-tipped needle, which does not injure the soft tissues, but only pushes them apart. Mesothreads are prescribed to patients aged 35–40 years as a preventive measure for the development of the first age-related changes. The lifting effect lasts 1.5 – 2 years.
- Combined. Lifting threads with notches, made of degradable polypropylene, have 8–11 cones and nodules along their entire length, which self-resolve within 6–8 months after the procedure. In their place, connective tissue is formed, providing a reliable tightening and reinforcing effect.
- Gold. Made from polyglycol coated with gold. Gold threads do not dissolve over time; after implantation, they stimulate the production of collagen, which forms a reliable frame and provides a pronounced lifting effect. The results of the procedure last for 5 – 7 years. After implantation of gold fibers, it is contraindicated to use the services of hardware cosmetology.
Possible consequences after the procedure of implantation of Aptos threads
Possible consequences after a facelift:
- Exposed thread. See a doctor and he will cut off the excess.
- Infection occurs when the basic rules of the procedure are not followed.
- The appearance of hematomas and swelling due to injury to muscle tissue and blood vessels on the face. They do not require special treatment and go away on their own within two weeks.
- Displacement of the thread or its breakage can only be eliminated by repeated surgical intervention.
- Violation of the smooth contour and facial lines is possible with improper tension and distribution of the material. It can only be eliminated by repeated surgery.
Aptos threads are a progressive method of face lifting, which is on the verge of plastic surgery and cosmetology, and photos of patients before and after the procedure allow you to verify the effectiveness of this method.
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Benefits of thread lift
Thread lifting has many advantages:
- painlessness ensured by the use of local anesthesia;
- short rehabilitation period;
- minimal risks of developing post-procedural complications;
- the result can be assessed immediately, over time the effect becomes even stronger;
- low-injury;
- maintaining natural facial expressions;
- compatibility with plastic surgery;
- After the service life has expired, the procedure can be used again without risk to health.
Rehabilitation period
After reinforcement, swelling and painful sensitivity are observed for several days. You need to try not to express emotions through facial expressions, so as not to provoke additional discomfort. The healing process takes about 10 days. The gradual effect will increase over the course of a month, the threads dissolve from 4 to 8 months. During this period, a dense collagen framework is formed, which will support the correction result for up to 4 years.
For prolongation, you can use various injection and hardware procedures. A pronounced result is observed when combined with mesotherapy and biorevitalization. Threadlifting can be repeated after the effect has subsided.
Healing period:
- in the first days, cleansing is carried out using sterile wipes and an antiseptic alcohol-free solution; it is also recommended to apply Panthenol or Bepanten ointments to speed up;
- sleep on a high pillow, keep the pillowcase clean;
- try not to touch your face with your hands, limit contact with various surfaces;
- avoid exposure to direct sunlight for about 3–5 days, use a cream with a high SPF protection factor for about a month;
- It is not recommended to drink alcohol, smoke, visit the bathhouse, sauna, or actively engage in sports;
- You cannot use new cosmetics for a month; there is a high risk of developing an allergic reaction;
- During this period, you should forget about professional cosmetic care; you should not perform scrubbing or peeling at home.
Indications for thread face lifting
Thread lifting is prescribed to patients aged 35–50 years as a preventive measure against aging and aging of the skin, as well as gravitational ptosis of soft tissues. Indications for the procedure:
- formation of wrinkles and creases in the forehead, between the eyebrows;
- deep wrinkles in the nasolabial triangle area;
- gravitational ptosis, double chin, change in facial contour;
- drooping of eyebrows, cheeks, cheekbones.
And also nanothreads?
You may have also heard other names for biodegradable threads:
- nanothreads,
- bioniths,
- thread lifting threads,
- mesothreads
They are all made from polydioxanone. They are inserted into the skin using a guide needle quickly and easily, so even local anesthesia is not required.
Using a special technique for placing threads, our surgeon creates a soft but elastic framework in the skin that gives greater definition to features and provides support. Mesothreads are suitable for both the face and neck area. They are also used on the knees, arms, elbows and inner thighs.
Mesothreads correct wrinkles and atony of the skin on the forehead and around the eyes, remove crow's feet, reduce nasolabial folds, increase elasticity and skin turgor. After about three months, they dissolve, leaving connective tissue. Even at 50 years old, mesothreads improve your appearance, making your neck and face more well-groomed.
A couple of months after the introduction of mesothreads, you may feel a slight tingling sensation in the skin - the result of stimulation of neocollagenesis. But this will not interfere with facial expressions and will not cause pain.
Contraindications to the procedure
Thread reinforcement is not prescribed to patients diagnosed with the following diseases:
- oncology;
- acute infectious and viral processes;
- diseases of the hematopoietic system;
- hormonal, endocrine disorders;
- decompensated diabetes mellitus;
- autoimmune disorders;
- congenital or acquired immunodeficiency;
- cardiovascular pathologies;
- renal, liver, pulmonary failure;
- somatic and mental disorders;
- tendency to form keloid or hypertrophic scars.
The procedure is contraindicated for women during pregnancy, lactation, and menstrual bleeding. Thread lifting is prohibited for patients with individual intolerance to the components of the material.
How much does the procedure cost in Moscow?
You can sign up for a thread lifting procedure at many cosmetology centers and aesthetic medicine clinics. At the first stage, a consultation is carried out, the cost varies from 1000 to 3000 rubles.
Additional examinations by specialized specialists may be needed. Blood tests are required to identify general health and hidden diseases.
Only a doctor can calculate the cost of correction depending on the area of implantation and the material used. Installation of 1 spring - from 1500 to 2000 rubles. It is possible to combine with other types of mesothreads, hardware, and injection procedures.
The principle of operation of face lift with threads
After implantation, connective tissue is formed around the threads, which acts as a framework that eliminates sagging of the soft tissues. In addition, collagen synthesis is activated, due to which noticeable rejuvenation of the skin and smoothing of wrinkles occurs. Even after the fibers are absorbed, the resulting reinforcing frame remains. It provides a pronounced lifting effect and is an excellent prevention of the development of gravitational ptosis and the formation of the first age-related defects.
Which areas can be corrected using the APTOS lifting technique?
In areas with severe sagging skin, surgical sutures made of polypropylene are used, and in other areas, biodegradable material can be used. The areas that are optimally tightened using a specific type of thread are as follows:
- Nasolabial furrows and deep folds.
- Chin area.
- Décolleté and neck areas.
- Eyebrow arches and upper eyelid area.
- Cheek and cheek area.
- Area around the eyes.
- Corners of lips.
- Ear area.
- Abdomen, thighs, arms and chest area.
How does the thread facelift procedure work?
Thread reinforcement includes the following steps:
- Preparation. The procedure is carried out in a cosmetology salon. Before implantation, the specialist cleanses the skin of decorative cosmetics and impurities, then treats the skin with a bactericidal solution that destroys pathogenic microflora that contribute to infection and inflammation.
- Anesthesia. For pain relief, a local anesthetic is mainly used, but sometimes the cosmetologist uses general anesthesia.
- Marking of injection points. The cosmetologist, using a special marker, marks in advance the points where the threads will be inserted.
- Fiber implantation. As soon as the anesthesia takes effect, the specialist, using a special needle or cannula, makes a micro-puncture, implanting threads to a certain depth. The fibers are fixed in the required position and stretched in the direction opposite to the needle.
- Repeated treatment with anesthetic. At the end of the procedure, the insertion sites of the cannulas or needles are re-treated with a bactericidal solution.
- Applying a soothing compress. At the very end, the cosmetologist applies a cold compress to the treatment areas, which relieves inflammation, swelling and prevents the formation of bruises.
Possible complications
- The exposure of a piece of thread on the skin, which is easily removed by cutting the thread.
- Weakness that can be eliminated by tightening (not earlier than after a month).
- Bruises and minor bruises.
- An infection that is very rare and can be treated with antibiotic ointments.
At what age should you have a face lift with threads?
The first signs of sagging soft tissues are observed after 30 years. Therefore, starting from this age, you can resort to thread lifting with mesothreads. After 40, it is advisable to reinforce with absorbable fibers, in place of which a reliable frame of connective tissue is formed that holds the soft structures in the required position. Non-absorbable threads are recommended for clients over 50. They effectively eliminate the signs of gravitational ptosis and provide noticeable rejuvenation. After 60, a facelift with threads will not give the desired effect. At this age, it is more advisable to resort to more radical anti-aging procedures.
When are threads not suitable?
With significant excess skin and severe ptosis. Large amounts of stretched skin can only be removed surgically.
Non-absorbable threads make it possible to stop age-related changes for five years (approximately). After this period, some threads are re-tightened or new ones are installed. The threads do not interfere with facial expressions and plastic surgery or other aesthetic techniques.
All types of thread lifting are performed under local anesthesia. This can also be considered a contraindication if you are allergic to certain painkillers. Again, a detailed consultation with our doctor will help you get rid of your fears.
If, in addition to ptosis, there is excess subcutaneous fat, then liposuction is performed in the neck, double chin and cheeks before thread lifting. This combination gives maximum results.
Recovery period after facelift with threads
Rehabilitation can take from 2 to 6 weeks. It all depends on the type of threads used, the depth of their implantation, and the individual characteristics of the patient’s body. The rules of rehabilitation are simple:
- During the first 2–4 days, try not to touch your face, avoid contact with water, and limit facial movements.
- To eliminate swelling and speed up the resorption of hematomas, it is recommended to apply cold compresses based on decoctions of chamomile, calendula, and sage daily, 2–3 times a day. If you are experiencing severe pain and discomfort, your doctor will prescribe painkillers.
- You are allowed to sleep only on your back, with a high pillow under your head.
- Throughout the entire rehabilitation period, avoid alcoholic beverages, hot, spicy, and salty foods.
- Minimize physical activity.
- Refuse to visit the swimming pool, bathhouse, sauna, solarium.
- Until complete healing, do not use decorative cosmetics and do not resort to cosmetic procedures such as pling, scrubbing, massage.
Who is Spring Thread suitable for?
Since Spring Thread threads engage tissue well and are fixed high, this procedure is suitable for “heavy faces” with obvious age-related changes
, where “lighter lifts” will not give a pronounced rejuvenating effect (mesothreads, Aptos threads). The use of Spring Tread threads allows you to rejuvenate the patient's face and neck by 7-10 years.
Before the procedure
Immediately before the procedure, you must undergo a doctor’s examination, determine the tightening zones and the number of threads, then take tests for local or intravenous anesthesia.
Opinion of cosmetologists
On forums, cosmetologists share their experience in installing mesothreads.
The review describes how to get rid of severe ptosis; therapy includes the use of threads.
The participant writes that the implantation of mesothreads could not lead to dysfunction of the upper lip.
The user writes about the recovery features and pain of reinforcement with different types of materials.
Consequences
After the procedure, natural healing processes are observed for a week. Swelling, hematomas, and painful sensitivity go away on their own if you follow the recommendations of the rehabilitation period.
In some cases, healing takes longer, which is influenced by the patient’s age, lifestyle, and skin condition.
Consequences of thread lifting:
- prolonged swelling, hematomas;
- allergic reactions in the form of pigmentation, rash;
- purulent-inflammatory processes;
- tissue necrosis;
- thread break;
- material displacement;
- facial asymmetry;
- pinching of the facial nerve.
Important point! Side effects can occur if the installation technique is violated, low-quality material is used, or the patient violates the rules of care.
Patient reviews
There are mostly positive reviews about the procedure on the forums.
The user writes about the good results of a facelift and the elimination of a double chin, a gradual increasing effect.
The user writes about threads appearing when facial expressions change.
The review states that for thin threads, it is better to carry out biorevitalization before thread lifting.
The participant writes about the long recovery period and the lack of results.