Threads Lift
Thread Lift London
​Thread lift is a non-surgical facial rejuvenation technique that aims to pull loose skin on the face and neck. This treatment involves placing dissolvable sutures known as polydioxanone (PDO) underneath the skin to give one a perfect natural lift. According to the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, PDO thread lifts enhance facial skin tightness by 20-30%, with effects that can last up to 2 years.
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PDO threads are further classified into three categories:
PDO Mono Threads: Satin-like stitches that promote collagen formation to help your skin look younger.
PDO Cog Threads: These threads have barbs that promote and support certain areas of your face by latching onto your skin like tiny fish hooks.
PDO Screw Threads: These are made of one or two interlaced threads and are used to add volume to sunken areas of your skin.
Evolution of Thread Lift Treatment
Thread lifts began in the 1990s with non-absorbable threads. In the 2000s, absorbable PDO threads were developed, boosting popularity due to their minimally invasive nature. The 2010s introduced PLLA and PCL threads and personalized treatments. By the 2020s, advanced techniques with fillers and Botox led to global acceptance and widespread use in aesthetic medicine.
How Does a Thread Lift Work?
The threads are then passed through the target areas using a cannula or a needle. The threads have small cone-shaped ends or barbs that hold onto the underlying tissues and muscles, enabling the skin to be pulled up and, in the process, tightening the skin as the threads are tightened. Moreover, these threads create an instant lifting effect as they incite the growth of fresh collagen, the enhancement of skin texture, the fading of wrinkles, and an overall skin rejuvenation.
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Full face thread lifts are cosmetic procedures used to lift and sculpt the shape of your face.
As time progresses, the threads dissolve through hydrolysis, but the lifted facial contours may last up to 2 years based on the cell-stimulating properties of the threads. PDO full face thread lifts are in the middle between surgery and fillers, making them a great advancement in the facelift without surgery technique. Research discovered that 90% of the patients were satisfied with their results within six months after the procedure.
Treatments with Thread Lift
PDO threads are versatile and can solve a range of aesthetic issues, including:
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Sagging eyebrows and forehead
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Drooping eyelids or a cat-eye look
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Restoring and lifting the midface
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Nasolabial fold softer
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Reducing neck or double chin
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Tightening and lifting the drooping neck skin
Possible Complications with Thread Lift
Minor complications occur in 15-20% of PDO thread lift procedures. Most of these complications are minor and resolve quickly. For example, visible sutures were noted in about 5% of cases, while mild bruising and inflammation occurred in approximately 10% of procedures. Possible complications include:
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Visible sutures (particularly in those with thin skin)
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Ache
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Mild bruising, infection, and thread-snapping
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Hematoma, or build-up of blood,
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Inflammation
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Puckering (orange peel-like skin texture).
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Hair loss
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Salivary gland damage
Cost of PDO Thread Lifts in London
The cost of thread lifts can vary depending on the area being treated and the number of threads used.
If you are interested in experiencing the benefits of a PDO thread lift in London, contact us to schedule a consultation or visit our clinics in Knightsbridge & Belgravia.
