EMBEDDED THREADING
Thread Lift or Embedded Threading
Threading techniques are used to enhance facial appearance by securing and lifting component tissues of the face.
When tissues of the face age, for example, there are changes in the bone structure, the muscle component, the fat compartments and the skin of the face:
- The bones of the face thin out and recede and apertures such as the eye appear greater and set back
- The muscles and their ligaments especially in the lower two thirds of the face become lax
- The fat compartments critical to a youthful facial appearance both thin out or move down the face. This is a combined effect with the weakening of facial muscles and ligaments as well as the changes in the skin.
- The skin undergoes aging effects including loss of elasticity, thinning, decrease in blood supply and the appearance of unwanted discolouration or pigmentation.
Similar ageing changes occur in the area of the neck, however, the skin of the neck is different anatomically to that of the face, and the area poses its own set of issues.
When you look at your face now compared to when you were younger you will notice these changes. The changes are observed as “hollows”, lines, sagging, thinned skin with fines lines and pigmentation changes. Often patients will say that it appears as everything is moving in a downward direction or that they are losing the battle against gravity!
Thread Lifting is a means by which you the patient can significantly alter these effects and revitalize the shape and firmness of the face. Threading treatments can be a stand-alone treatment or they can be done in conjunction with other treatments such as:
- Micro- needling
- Various laser treatments
- Pigment removal
- Treatment of dilated blood vessels
- To tighten and thicken the skin and reduce pore size
- Fat transfer or dermal tissue fillers
The results of Thread Lifting can be limited or significant depending on the procedure undertaken and the types of threads that are used as well as whether the treatments are done as stand-alone treatments or combined with others.
In addition, The Face and Body Place we offer Thread Lifting procedures that have excellent outcomes and return your appearance to a former time!
Thread Lifting or Embedded Threading as it is also known, is a minimally invasive technique. Under aseptic conditions and with the required sedation of the patient the threads are placed either in the face or neck. Very small incisions are made to insert the threads and these incisions close within a very short space of time.
The recovery from threading procedures is uneventful and you can return to your daily living routine within 2-3 days. Swelling and bruising may occur, and this usually resolves within a week. Our clinical team at The Face and Body Place will guide you through this process so that you fully understand the procedure and the recovery process. This is a non-surgical alternative to traditional surgical procedures such as brow, face and neck lift. The procedure is ideal for patients who are looking for significant results without the implications of surgery and general anesthesia.
At The Face and Body Place, we use non-absorbable (permanent) threads (sutures) to perform the treatment. Unlike other sutures which are absorbable or temporary, our technique gives more significant and longer lasting results. While the sutures themselves are non-absorbable or permanent, the skin and underlying tissues will continue to age. For that reason, it is important to consider combining thread lifting with tissue rejuvenating treatment options so as to enhance and maintain the results achieved.
The Embedded Threading procedures offered at The Face and Body Place are:
- Temple Threads
- Mid Face Elevation combined with Temple Threading
- Single Neck Threads
- Trampoline Neck Lift
At The Face and Body place we pride ourselves in a well-established and successful Thread Lifting service. Our team of clinical and support staff have been offering this service for some years and have refined the process to ensure levels of outcomes that meet patient requirements and expectations.
A consultation with our resident doctor at The Face and Body Place is critical in the evaluation of a patient as a candidate for Thread Lifting. At the time of consultation our doctor will assess you both with respect to your prior medical and surgical history as well as your current state of health. You will have the opportunity to discuss at length for example the areas of concern that you have and the outcomes you desire to achieve.
For example, you may be inclined to do Thread lifting as a stand- alone procedure. Our doctor will assess your indications for that and guide you on the options for other treatments where they might be indicated. The consultation is therefore a critical part of the service we offer at The Face and Body Place, to establish all the potential options and benefits for you as an individual.
A critical aspect to consider is given that you as a patient have expectations of the procedure, then is it medically possible to achieve those outcomes? We at The Face and Body Place will give you a detailed understanding so that you can make an informed and realistic decision about Fat Transfer for you!
Our doctor will also guide you in treatments that can be combined with thread lifting. These depend on the individual patient but can include for example:
- Fat grafting procedures for volume enhancement and improved facial shape
- Skin treatments that combine Fat Transfer with laser or mechanical treatments
- Fat graft enhancing techniques
- Hair treatments using different types of fat transfer and extracts of fat
- Scar repair.
Any patient whose assessment poses risk factors will be advised against the treatment and alternate solutions sought. A couple of examples include pregnancy, patients with a history of liver disease or patients fitted with a pacemaker. Other clinical conditions are assessed individually and are discussed in consultation. If thread lifting is not right for you our doctor will guide you in alternate ways to achieve your desired goals.
What Are the Side Effects / Risks Of The Treatment?
Bruising, swelling and discomfort are some of the side effects of the treatment. We maintain very high standards of medical and nursing care paying careful attention to issues around sterility and cleanliness. Our standards of care reduce the possibility of infection and other risks to the bare minimum. At the time of your consultation and then again at the pre-operative assessment, our doctor and other medical professionals will review these side effects and risks with you in detail.
Postoperative care is a vital part of the success of thread lifting and our clinical team will guide you extensively on how to take care of the treated area.
What Is the Typical Course Of Treatment?
After the initial consultation process and once you have decided to proceed with the thread lifting, our team of medical professionals will arrange a pre- operative consultation for you. At this appointment you will meet with our doctor and nurse to prepare you for the treatment.
This pre-operative assessment includes an in- depth conversation around preparation for the procedure, the actual procedure itself and the after care. We take photographs of the area to be treated and answer any questions that you may have at the time. All the necessary administrative and patient consent forms are completed. Our staff will also provide you with a prescription for pre- and post-procedure medications such as antibiotics and pain medication which you will bring with you on the day of the procedure.
Our staff will explain how you should prepare for the procedure and the logistics around your arriving at our facility on the appointed day. Our procedure is performed in a procedure room where we adhere to strict antiseptic guidelines.
We will explain all that will take place during the procedure as well as in the recovery period afterward. In addition, we will educate you on how to take care of yourself at home and as you return to you daily life. It is important that we answer any questions or concerns you may have.
Our follow-up process is essential part of the service we offer and critical to ensuring your non- eventful recovery from liposuction.
What Can You / Can’t You Expect from The Treatment?
Thread Lifting is an incredible opportunity to revitalize your face! Critical to the success of the treatment is an agreement between you the patient and our doctor on the desired outcomes and expectations. Additional treatments can be considered and discussed to ensure that the outcomes meet your expectations!
We will explain the recovery process to you in detail and guide you as to how to return to daily living. You will experience some bruising and swelling, and these occur to varying degrees in different patients.
At The Face and Body Place we understand the importance of returning to daily living and therefore use these post- procedure standards to ensure a speedy and uneventful recovery. Our medical team will guide you in the amount of time you need to take off from work if needed.
What if I am not based in Johannesburg?
A consultation with our resident doctor is critical in the evaluation of a patient as a candidate for liposuction. If you are unable to come to our offices for an onsite consultation with our doctor, we can also arrange for a virtual consultation (Zoom, Skype, WhatsApp or by telephone). Virtual consultations are available no matter how far away or close you may live.
For Out of Town or international consultations, we are able to advise you on whether or not you are a candidate for liposuction, and if so, we will be able to assist you with all the necessary requirements and costs involved. Furthermore, our administrative team will be able to guide you on your travel and accommodation requirements.
What does Thread Lifting cost me?
At the time of our initial consultation we will provide you with a detailed quotation that includes all the anticipated costs. These include:
- the procedure itself and the work performed by our doctor.
- services provided by our anaesthetist if this service is chosen.
- ancillary costs such as post procedure garments if required in your case.
Thread lifting is a cosmetic procedure not paid for by medical insurance however where laboratory tests are ordered, or prescriptions written by our doctor these will usually be covered.
Our administrative team can also assist with financing options if these are required. Click Here to go to the MediFin web page and see if this suits your needs.
Thread lifting Options
- Mid-Face thread lift
- Single Neck thread
- Trampoline Neck Lift
- Combination Thread lift treatment
Mid-Face Thread Lift
The Mid- Face thread lift is a procedure where threads are placed from behind the hairline above the temple. A series of threads are place in the temple area and then further down into to cheek area to secure the temple area and then elevate the lower two thirds of the face.
The temple area of the face is where the SMAS (Superficial Muscular Aponeurotic System) is located. This combined layering of tissues is an area of musculature that is manipulated during cosmetic facial surgery. The SMAS face lift is a surgical procedure that targets the lower two thirds of the face. Given the anatomical importance of this area it is surgically manipulated to give elevation or lifting to the lower two thirds of the face
The Mid- Face thread lift is a non-surgical alternative that can be considered if you are concerned about facial sagging and the development of jowls in the lower face and along the jaw line. The threads secure the SMAS or temple area which plays a critical role in facial aging or sagging. Thereafter a number of threads are placed from behind the hairline down into the cheek area. In securing the temple area and then placing successive threads down through the cheeks, thread lifting is able to bring about elevation of the facial structures and appearance.
This rejuvenating mid- face treatment is ideal for patients who are looking for alternatives to a surgical face lift or are not candidates for facial surgery. At the time of your consultation with our doctor and clinical team the options for mid- face rejuvenation will be discussed with you. Mid- Face thread lifting can also be combined with other treatments to rejuvenate the face. These include:
- Fat grafting procedures for volume enhancement and improved facial shape
- skin treatments that combine fat transfer with laser or mechanical treatments.
- fat graft enhancing techniques
- hair treatments using different types of fat transfer and extracts of fat
- scar repair
At The Face and Body Place, we use non-absorbable (permanent) threads (sutures) to perform the treatment. Unlike other sutures which are absorbable or temporary, our technique gives more significant and longer lasting results. While the sutures themselves are non-absorbable or permanent, the skin and underlying tissues will continue to age. For that reason, it is important to consider combining thread lifting with tissue rejuvenating treatment options so as to enhance and maintain the results achieved.
During the consultation process our clinical team will guide you in the thread lifting procedure that best fits your desired outcomes.
Thread lifting of the Neck
The neck like the face undergoes structural changes as part of the aging process. These changes affect the muscles of the neck as well as the skin. Patients who are concerned about the appearance of their necks notice the over-active or visible muscle activity as well as changes in the skin not dissimilar to the face. Whilst the anatomical structure of the skin is different from the neck, nevertheless the skin in both areas shows aging changes that include fine and deep lines as well as thinning of the skin and discolouration. Patients will often describe the loose skin as a “turkey neck”
The treatment options for these changes include thread lifting and these can be combined with other treatments to enhance the condition of the skin.
In the case of the neck either a single thread can be placed to bring about tightening of the skin or a Trampoline lift can be undertaken.
At The Face and Body Place, we use non-absorbable (permanent) threads (sutures) to perform the treatment. Unlike other sutures which are absorbable or temporary, our technique gives more significant and longer lasting results. While the sutures themselves are non-absorbable or permanent, the skin and underlying tissues will continue to age. For that reason, it is important to consider combining thread lifting with tissue rejuvenating treatment options so as to enhance and maintain the results achieved.
Single Neck thread lift
For patients who desire a more subtle outcome, a single thread can be placed in the neck for tightening. The single thread is placed in the neck and anchored behind the ears in the deep tissues. This secures the thread and enables the thread to tighten the skin. In addition to tightening the skin there is an improvement in the jaw line definition.
During the consultation process our clinical team will guide you in the thread lifting procedure that best fits your desired outcomes.
Trampoline Neck Lift
The Trampoline neck lift is a revolutionary alternate to neck lift surgery designed to tighten the appearance of the neck and remove unwanted sagging skin and lines.
Two sets of threads are strategically placed in the neck. Similar to the Single Thread Neck lift, a single thread is placed in the neck and anchored behind the ears in the deep tissues. This thread defines the jaw line and pulls the skin of the neck in the direction of the back of the ears. The second set of threads is then placed in the centre of the neck and anchored to the jowl area. The Trampoline Neck lift is designed both the elevate the tissues of the neck in the midline and secure them beneath the mouth as well as pull the skin backward toward the ears.
The combined procedure gives improvement to the jaw line and removes the appearance of unwanted or sagging skin.
During the consultation process our clinical team will guide you in the thread lifting procedure that best fits your desired outcomes. There are patients who desire to reduce aging effects in both the face and the neck. At the time of your consultation we will guide you as to what possible procedure options are available to you and whether a number of threading procedures can be combined.
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