Threads
Another injectable treatment is fast gaining in popularity – the thread lift. The thread lift works similarly to dermal filler in that it tightens and plumps the skin. Threads are known as a minimally invasive face-lift where surgical treads are inserted into the skin by means of a fine needle and then tightened to reverse the familiar signs of aging. Where it differs, is that it also lifts the skin, providing a similar effect to a surgical facelift. The results are also more enduring – lasting for 12 months as opposed to six months with dermal filler injections.
What is a Thread Lift ?
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.
Thread lifts have been around since the 1990s, but innovations in the material used for thread lifts have led to an increase in popularity in recent years. The typical candidate for a thread lift is in their late 30s to early 50s. 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 anaesthesia risky may consider a thread lift as a safer alternative.
