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Everything you need to know about Thread Lifts

Hi. 😊 My name is Yuliia, and I’ll be writing this blog to help you learn more about the services we provide, and everything that surrounds them. Today we’ll take a look at Thread Lifts, what they are, and how they work.

Finally, while having at least six months of good facial skincare practices is ideal before the PRP procedure, make sure you step up your skincare regimen leading up to the appointment by avoiding wearing makeup and other beauty products on the day of treatment.

What Are Thread Lifts?

First introduced in the late 90s, the early thread lifts utilized permanent threads to provide lifting effects. However, these procedures had their limits, and often came with complications. Over time, with new materials and techniques, came dissolvable threads, marking a new era in cosmetic procedures. In the end we got a minimally invasive procedure that gets you a subtle yet noticeable lifting effect.

What is the process like?

After you get a consultation, the process generally goes like this:

  1. Cleansing the treatment area, a lidocaine injection is made into the skin at the treatment site to minimize discomfort.
  2. Using a fine needle or cannula, the practitioner inserts the threads beneath the skin’s surface.
  3. Once in place, the threads are gently pulled to lift the skin, creating a smoother and more youthful contour.
  4. Beyond the immediate lifting effect, the threads stimulate the body’s natural production of collagen, which enhances skin elasticity and firmness over time.

What Do Thread Lifts Consist Of?

Specially designed threads are made from biocompatible materials, each engineered to deliver both structural support and biological benefits. Most common materials are:

  • PLLA (Poly-L-Lactic Acid): These threads are made from a polymer used in medical implants. They dissolve more slowly, often lasting up to 18 months. As the threads break down, they trigger fibroblast cells to produce collagen, which strengthens the skin’s texture.
  • PCL (Polycaprolactone): Known for their durability, PCL threads are the longest-lasting of the three, remaining in the tissue for up to two years. Their structure provides sustained support, while their degradation process triggers gradual collagen production, leading to long-term skin rejuvenation.
  • PDO (Polydioxanone): These threads use a polymer that dissolves naturally within 4-6 months. It’s by far the safest and quickest method there is. Like all others they trigger collagen production, and its healing phase is the shortest, so you’ll look AND feel your best in no time. This is the kind of threads we use for our lifting services. If you’re interested, you might want to take a look 😉 (PDO Threads link here).

Depending on the type of PDO lifting you need, we use different methods to apply the threads. These include mesh patterns, tiny barbs that anchor into the skin, or twisted threads that add volume and reduce dimping.

So...

That’s the end of today’s post. 😊 I hope I helped you become a little closer to the world of cosmetic procedures. Next time we’ll talk a bit more about thread lifting, what to do before and after the procedure, and how to choose if it’s really right for you. See you in about two weeks! ❤

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