On Clinic Thread Lift: A Choice for Natural Beauty
Hello. This is Dr. Donggeun Lee from On Clinic. Today, I'd like to talk in detail about 'thread lifting,' a topic many people are curious about. I'll introduce On Clinic's special thread lifting procedure through the case of a patient who was particularly concerned about thin skin and lack of elasticity.
What is Thread Lifting?
Thread lifting is an effective procedure for those concerned with skin sagging and reduced elasticity. At On Clinic, we use threads made from PDO (polydioxanone), a medical-grade absorbable material. These threads have special barbs that, once inserted into the skin, firmly pull the skin tissue in the desired direction to create a lifting effect.
"Threads are made of an absorbable material. They are inserted into the skin to pull it up."
The patient expressed concerns about sagging cheeks and jowls, stating, "My skin naturally lacks elasticity, and it's also very thin." We could infer the significant stress she experienced from her comment, "My husband sometimes teases me by taking photos and asking if I'm grumpy." When skin is thin, a more delicate approach is required during the procedure.
On Clinic's Special Procedure Planning and Design
After a thorough diagnosis of the patient's skin condition, I developed a customized treatment plan. While thread lifting typically involves inserting threads from top to bottom, for patients like her who have significant cheek hollowing and wish to avoid prominent cheekbones, we apply a 'reverse method.' The reverse method involves inserting threads in an upward direction towards the top of the head, helping to achieve maximum lifting effect without further accentuating cheek hollowing.
- Personalized Design: We design the optimal lifting lines considering the patient's face shape, skin thickness, and degree of sagging.
- Firm Fixation: The barbs of the threads are anchored to the firm fascia above the head to enhance duration and effect.
- Minimizing Cheek Hollowing: The reverse method aims for natural lifting without accentuating cheekbones or causing cheek hollowing.
Safe and Precise Procedure
Before the main procedure, disinfection and anesthesia are performed. You might feel a slight prick during anesthesia, but you will experience almost no pain during the procedure itself. Especially for patients with thin skin and visible blood vessels, like this case, extra careful attention is required. This is because if the threads are inserted at an incorrect depth, a dimpling effect, where the skin appears uneven, can occur. Our medical team minimizes side effects by skillfully inserting threads at the precise depth.
Thread Lifting Effects and Duration
Immediately after the procedure, your face might be slightly swollen due to the anesthetic solution and thread insertion.
"Swelling usually subsides within 2-3 days, but in some individuals, it can last for about a week."
As time passes, the swelling will subside, and the threads will settle, allowing you to see your naturally lifted face. The effects of thread lifting become more pronounced as the threads are absorbed.
"As the threads are absorbed, new tissues are generated around them. These newly formed tissues can continue to pull the skin, which contributes to good long-term effects."
As the threads dissolve, new tissues like collagen are generated around them, enhancing skin elasticity. These tissues continue to support the skin, allowing for long-term lifting effects. While there are individual differences, the effects often last for over a year.
On Clinic's thread lifting goes beyond simply pulling up sagging skin; it regenerates the skin from within, promoting healthy, natural, and youthful-looking results. If you are concerned about skin sagging, consult with Dr. Donggeun Lee at On Clinic to find a customized solution.
Dr. Donggeun Lee, On Clinic | Last Reviewed 2024-07-30