Thread Lift

Thread lift is a popular procedure to revitalize your face and body and improve skin quality without having to undergo surgery. The benefits of no scarring, minimal downtime, immediate lift effect and long-lasting result, makes thread lifting an attractive option for those wanting to turn back clock and refresh their look.

Threads work in two ways. Firstly, they can stimulate collagen by provoking a low-grade inflammatory response in the deeper dermal layers. Patients who have a thread lift for the purpose of stimulating collagen will notice a gradual improvement in their skin’s tone and firmness. The second mechanism is to provide vectorial lifting of tissue. This can be achieved with more invasive thread lifting techniques using suspension or barbed threads. Thirdly, it also creates armoring frame and scaffold that strengthens facial stand.

Triple action!! ARMORING, LIFTING, REJUVENATION

The big advantage of thread lifts is that they provide collagen stimulation & lifting without adding volume (bulk) to area. Thread lift leaves no scarring, involve minimal downtime and an immediate lifting effect and long-lasting results.

At The R Clinic we offer thread lifts as an alternative to facelift surgery. A thread lift has the benefit of making you look refreshed without making you look different.

Results are immediately evident and continue improvement is obvious over the coming month. The absorbable threads dissolve within 1.5 – 2 years, but before they dissolve, they created a support scaffolding of collagen for the skin that supports and lifts the skin for many years to come.

• Try to avoid or reduce caffeine and nicotine intake prior to your procedure.
• Avoid Vitamin E, Fish Oil, Green Tea for 10 days before and after the operation.
• Do not take Anti-inflammatories (NSAIDS/Aspirin) for 2-3 weeks before and after the procedure. If you are on anti-inflammatory drugs discuss this with the Clinic at time of consultation.
• Do not drink alcohol for 24 hours before the procedure.
• If you are on an anti-coagulant or blood platelet anti-aggregation drugs advise the Clinic 2 week prior to your procedure.
• If you suffer from cold sores discuss this with the Clinic. It is recommended to take antiviral therapy at least 48 hours before operation and continue with antiviral therapy for the three days after the procedure.

A thread lift is an in-office procedure takes between 45-60 minutes. Soft fine barbed threads are gently inserted into the soft tissue of the areas to be lifted and a local anaesthetic is used to calm the area to ensure a comfortable experience. There are no bandages required and you may return to your normal activity on the same day. If you wish to have multiple threads procedures you may require more downtime.

• Apply ice packs immediately after the procedure
• Refrain from applying make-up for minimum 24 hours
• Sleep face up, in an elevated position for about 3-5 nights
• Wash face gently without rubbing or massaging for 5-7 days
• Avoid excessive face and neck movements for 2 weeks
• Avoid over-exposure to direct sunlight for 2 weeks
• Avoid sport and strenuous activity for 2 weeks
• Avoid dental surgery for at least 3 days
• Hold face with hands if crying, coughing, and sneezing to avoid excessive use of facial muscles.