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In recent years, modern plastic surgery is increasingly using minimally invasive and, at the same time, effective methods of rejuvenation. One of these is thread lifting, which helps to restore attractiveness and youthfulness literally in one day. The essence of the procedure for treatment in Germany is the introduction of special threads under the skin, capable of stimulating the production of collagen, and form a kind of «frame» that will make the contours of the face and body more clear.
The most indicated thread lifting patients who have certain age-related changes in the skin of the face: sagging in the periorbital area, «bags» under the eyes, wrinkles in the corners of the eyes, sagging skin of the lower third of the face, double chin and other flaws. Most often this procedure is resorted to by women who have not yet decided on a serious plastic surgery, but do not see the effect of non-invasive cosmetic procedures (injections, hardware techniques). In addition, thread lifting is actively used to correct body contours in the area of shoulders or inner thighs.
What is the procedure?
Dr. Heitland’s clinic uses special self-absorbable and non-absorbable threads for the «happy elevator» or the so-called «silhouette elevator without surgery» («silhouette elevator soft»). They are used to successfully eliminate age and aesthetic imperfections in the face or body.
Non-absorbable threads are made of polypropylene, a high-strength material that creates a sort of «frame» for the face, which eliminates sagging skin. There are also gold threads for lifting, which have their own advantages and disadvantages.
At Dr. Heitland’s clinic, thread elevators are performed using special threads with microscopic notches and, more recently, threads with tiny cone-shaped serrations. During the procedure, the skin and underlying soft tissues are lifted upwards and diagonally backwards, i.e. they are returned to the position they were in before.
Thanks to the introduction of threads is not only carried out soft tissue tightening, but also additionally stimulate the processes of collagen synthesis, and this provides a long-term result of the lifting procedure.
There is also a method of bio reinforcement of the face, using self-absorbing threads. They are made of synthetic polymeric materials (polydioxanone, polylactic acid), which do not cause an allergic reaction from the surrounding tissues of the body. After insertion around the thread forms a dense connective tissue capsule, which over time creates a supportive «framework», and forms a clear contours of the face. After some time, such threads resorb, and if necessary, it is possible to reintroduce them. Modern threads of this type have microscopic notches, and some have additional transverse branches («anchor» threads).
The type of thread elevator to be used for facial or body contour correction is determined during an individual consultation with Dr. Heitland. The type of procedure depends on the degree of age-related changes in the body, skin type, the presence of associated pathology, and the wishes of the patient. The effectiveness of the procedure is evidenced by the photos below, taken before and after the operation (the photos presented are just an example of this procedure and are not an example of our clinic’s work).
How is a happy elevator performed?
The procedure itself is atraumatic, as manipulation is carried out in the subcutaneous layers of soft tissues, avoiding trauma to vessels or nerves. For the introduction of threads, the surgeon uses a special thin guide. After puncturing the skin, threads with jagged or cone-shaped notches are inserted under the skin, the guide is removed, and the threads are carefully pulled up. Silhouette elevator allows you to achieve a lifting effect in certain areas of the face. This is especially true for the eye and brow area, as well as the lower third of the face. The result is a more defined facial contours, a rested and rejuvenated appearance.
This minimally invasive procedure is particularly indicated for initial age-related changes, and can perfectly eliminate existing aesthetic flaws. However, with significant sagging facial tissue or significant excess skin, especially in the eye and neck area, thread lifting is unlikely to give the desired cosmetic effect. In such cases, resort to a surgical plastic procedure.
Benefits of a Happy Lift
Thread lifting is a minimally invasive procedure that can be performed under local anesthesia. Sedation or anesthesia may be used at the patient’s request.
Thread lift does not leave behind any postoperative scars, does not require stitches. The only reminder of the procedure are tiny puncture marks, which after a while become invisible. The second important advantage of facelift threads — is the rapid recovery of the patient. The very next day you can lead a normal life, engage in professional activities, which is especially important for business people.
The duration of the operation is on average up to half an hour. After the thread facelift is performed, the patient stays in the clinic for a few more hours and then returns home. After thread lifting 2-3 days, sometimes there is a slight soreness in the area of intervention. In such cases, it is possible to use conventional anesthetic drugs. Sometimes there are local inflammatory reactions, however, the use of modern materials for the manufacture of threads virtually eliminates such complications. After the operation, there are some restrictions on cosmetic procedures for 1-2 months (massage, hardware techniques).
The cost of the procedure depends on the type of technique, the number of threads, the desired effect, and ranges from 450 to 2500 euros.
Contact us! Thanks to the knowledge of the head of our center «Clinics of Germany» Maxim Sergeevich Rykov, you will receive a thread elevator from a leading specialist in plastic surgery.