As we age, our facial features often lose vitality and contour due to factors like gravity, sun exposure, and stress. Consequently, deep lines may form around the eyes and mouth, while sagging skin and double chins can create an appearance that makes us look tired or unhappy. Fortunately, thread lift offers a non-surgical solution to tighten skin and stimulate collagen production. This method requires minimal downtime and allows for a quick recovery.

What is Thread Lift?

At Ivory Aesthetics, we proudly utilize two types of FDA-approved threads: Aptos and LFL Anchor Max.

Aptos Threads

Manufactured in Germany, Aptos threads consist of polylactic acid and polycaprolactone. These threads effectively target moderate skin laxity by stimulating collagen production, helping to rejuvenate the skin. As the threads dissolve over approximately two years, they promote the growth of new collagen. This process enhances skin tone, texture, and hydration. You’ll receive this procedure under local anesthesia, ensuring comfort throughout. Expect to see immediate results, which will continue to improve as collagen builds in the following weeks.

LFL Anchor Max Threads

On the other hand, our Korean-manufactured LFL Anchor Max threads provide a long-lasting lift due to their unique barbed design, which enhances the lifting effect. These threads effectively address sagging cheeks, jowls, and nasolabial folds. Plus, results can last for up to 12 months, making them a popular choice for those seeking longer-lasting effects.

Why Choose Thread Lift?

Thread lifts serve as an ideal option for individuals wanting a quick and effective way to combat signs of aging without undergoing invasive surgery. Both types of threads deliver multiple benefits, including improved skin tone, enhanced volume in the cheekbones, and a significant reduction in sagging skin.

Aftercare and Considerations

After your thread lift procedure, following aftercare instructions becomes essential to ensure optimal results. For example, avoid sleeping on your stomach or side for at least five days, refrain from wearing makeup for 12 hours, and skip intense physical activities for two weeks. While local anesthesia minimizes pain during the treatment, some discomfort or soreness may occur afterward.

Ultimately, choosing a qualified and experienced medical practitioner is crucial for a safe and effective thread lift experience. At Ivory Aesthetics, we prioritize personalized care and outstanding results, helping you look and feel rejuvenated. Book your consultation today to explore how thread lifting can help you achieve your aesthetic goals!

FAQs

1.What is a thread lift?
A thread lift is a minimally invasive procedure designed to tighten and reposition the skin. Special sutures are inserted into the subcutaneous fatty tissue under local anesthesia, lifting areas like the face, cheeks, neck, chin, eyebrows, or mouth corners without the need for surgery.

2.Who is an ideal candidate for a thread lift?
Thread lifts are suitable for individuals aged 35 to 80 seeking a rejuvenating effect without surgery. It’s especially effective for mild to moderate sagging or wrinkles.

3.How does a thread lift work?
Threads are inserted to lift the skin and stimulate collagen production. Results are immediate, but the effect improves over months as new connective tissue forms. The results typically last 9–15 months.

4.What materials are used for the threads?
The threads are made of biocompatible materials like PLLA (polylactic acid), which are either absorbable by the body or non-degradable, depending on the type.

5.How long does a thread lift take?
The procedure takes 20–40 minutes, followed by a short recovery period.

6.Is a thread lift painful?
The procedure is generally not painful due to local anesthesia. Some mild discomfort or tension may occur afterward, but regular cooling and over-the-counter pain relief can help.

7.When will I see results?
Initial tightening is visible immediately, but the full effect develops over 2–3 days and continues improving as collagen production increases.

8.What areas can be treated with a thread lift?
Thread lifts can target the face, neck, chin, cheeks, eyebrows, mouth corners, and other areas to tighten and refine the skin’s appearance.

9.How long do results last?
Results typically last 9–15 months, depending on the individual’s skin condition and lifestyle.

10.What are the benefits of a thread lift?

• Gentle skin tightening
• No surgical intervention or scars
• Short recovery time (socially acceptable in 1–2 days)
• Improved skin firmness and contour

11.What side effects might occur?
Common, temporary side effects include:

• Mild swelling or bruising
• Redness or skin tightness
  Rarely, tissue inflammation or infection may occur, but these usually resolve within 3–7 days.

12.What contraindications exist for a thread lift?
Thread lifts are not recommended for individuals with:

• Connective tissue diseases or skin conditions
• Pregnancy or breastfeeding
• Recent aggressive skin treatments or fillers
• Blood-thinning medications or certain chronic illnesses

13.What precautions should I take after a thread lift?

• Avoid makeup for 24 hours.
• Sleep on your back with your head slightly elevated for 5 days.
• Avoid rubbing or massaging your face for the first week.
• Refrain from strenuous activities, saunas, or dental treatments for 2–3 weeks.
• Avoid face or neck massages for 4 weeks.

14.Are there wrinkles a thread lift cannot address?
Deep scars or vertical wrinkles, such as those on the upper lip, may not fully smooth out despite a successful procedure.