A loss of important structural proteins in the skin, combined with the natural pull of gravity, can cause wrinkles and skin laxity. While there is certainly no reason to be embarrassed by signs of aging, you might still be interested in turning back the clock. A thread lift could be the best way to do that! What are thread lifts, and what benefits do they offer? This basic guide explains what you should know.
What Is a Thread Lift?
A thread lift is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure, during which a medical professional carefully places dissolvable sutures within the skin in order to lift it upward. This can reduce the appearance of jowls, sagging skin, and wrinkles. Thread lifts also stimulate the production of collagen, an important structural protein that is partially responsible for keeping skin soft and smooth.
What Happens During a Thread Lift?
Thread lifts are usually performed under local anesthesia, so you should not feel the needles being inserted. The threads are placed at strategic locations in order to achieve a specific effect. For example, they can be placed close to the neck to minimize the appearance of jowls, or they can be placed near the eyebrows to lift them.
The procedure may take about an hour or so, and minimal downtime is required. As you heal, you might notice some mild bruising, swelling, tightness, and general discomfort.
Who Is a Candidate for a Thread Lift?
Thread lifts are often performed in individuals in their late 30s to their 50s who are concerned about signs of aging. Here are some additional traits that might make you a good candidate:
- You are not ready or willing to undergo invasive plastic surgery.
- You want to experience subtle, natural-looking results. (You may need a more invasive procedure if you have very prominent signs of aging.)
- You want a low-risk, relatively affordable way to minimize signs of aging.
Benefits of a Thread Lift
A thread lift can offer many benefits including:
- The results may last for up to 1 – 3 years.
- A thread lift can be combined with other treatments, such as BOTOX, to achieve a more comprehensive anti-aging effect.
- A thread lift has a lower risk of complications than a traditional facelift.
- There is no extended recovery period after a thread lift.
- Thread lifts cost much less than invasive surgical procedures.
A thread lift can be a great treatment for anyone who wants to recapture some of their youthful glow! Talk to your local care provider to find out if this service is a fit for you.
Meet the Practice
At Glisten Dental, Dr. Lindsey Hammond and our team are committed to helping patients look and feel amazing. That is why, in addition to providing cosmetic dental services, we are also qualified to offer thread lifts, BOTOX injections, and dermal fillers. To learn more about these treatments and their potential benefits, contact our Tulsa, OK, office at 918-254-8686.