A thread lift, also called a barbed suture lift, is a cosmetic procedure that aims to lift and sculpt the shape of your face or breasts. Thread lifts use temporary, medical-grade suture material to “stitch-up” your skin so that it’s drawn taut.
The typical candidate for a thread lift is in their late 30s to early 60s. A person who is generally in good health and is just starting to notice the signs of aging may benefit the most from the subtle impact of a thread lift.
Those who can’t have a surgical facelift because of medical conditions that make general anesthesia risky may consider a thread lift as a safer alternative.
Thread lift procedure is a minimally invasive alternative to facelift surgery. Thread lifts claim to tighten your skin by inserting medical-grade thread material into your face and then “pulling” your skin up by tightening the thread.
Many people choose a thread lift for facial areas that “sag” or look less tight over time. These areas include:
- Jowls and jawline
- Brow line
- Under-eye area
- Forehead
- Cheeks
Thread lifts are also used to lift and tighten breasts, especially after pregnancy and weight loss.
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Recovery after a successful thread lift is quite minimal. While there may be some visible swelling and bruising, you can go back to work right away if you’d like.
Results should be apparent right after the threads are put into place, but you may notice more in the days and weeks right after they are inserted, as swelling and bruising starts to subside.
Results from a thread lift are not meant to be permanent. Successful effects typically last from 1 to 3 years. The threads used in the procedure will eventually be absorbed by the tissue underneath your skin.
After a thread lift, you can resume your normal routine. Your provider may advise you not to rub your face vigorously and to avoid sleeping on your side in the initial weeks following the procedure.
Thread lifts are considered a low-risk procedure with minimal recovery time if performed by a board-certified dermatological or plastic surgeon. This procedure can be performed in about 45 minutes, and, if you want to, you can go right back to work afterward.
A thread lift is considered a low-risk procedure, but there are side effects and a risk of complications.
After a thread lift, it is common to experience the following:
- Redness
- Bruising
- Swelling
- Slight pain at the site of the thread injection
Consult your board-certified dermatologist before taking any medical or aesthetic procedure.
Resource: Healthline WebSite