Are threads better than Botox?

Author: Dr. Charlene Grimes III  |  Last update: Tuesday, May 3, 2022

A thread lift will stimulate collagen whereas Botox will not. Botox works differently to a thread lift because it effectively paralyses the muscles which are used to create wrinkles. It can also be used around the eye area where threads may not be suitable.

Do threads last longer than Botox?

For those who want to return immediately to their busy, active lifestyles, BOTOX injections may be the best bet. For clients who are seeking a longer-lasting solution for facial aging, a thread lift is a more appropriate procedure.

How long does a thread lift last?

It's important to understand that while no lifting technique can produce permanent results, facelift surgery will usually produce longer lasting results than a thread lift. The results of facelift surgery can last up to a decade, whereas a thread lift will generally last from one to three years.

Is a thread lift worth it?

The thread lift may do an excellent job of pulling the jawline, jowls and chin right back up close to the bone, instead of drooping. The thread lift creates a much more youthful-looking facial profile without the need for dramatic surgery, which for the cost, can be worth it for men and women alike.

Are facial threads worth it?

A study published by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) confirms PDO thread lifts do work, stating thread lifts indisputably lift and shape facial soft tissues. Another study published by the NIH indicates this therapy yields around a 90 percent success rate.

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Are threads better than filler?

Thread lifts have been reported to hurt 70% more than dermal fillers. Even though thread lift uses anesthetic during the procedure, clients will experience pain. Dermal fillers is less invasive compared to thread lift and has no recovery time.

How painful is a thread lift?

Thread correction refers to low-traumatic methods and is considered a relatively painless procedure.

Which thread lift lasts the longest?

PDO threads have been around the longest of the three and have been used in surgeries since the 1980s. They're made from a colorless polyester that breaks down in your body after about 6 months.

Do thread lifts cause sagging?

Side effects plagued patients, including infections, breakage and, for pale patients, a visible blue thread beneath the skin. Even those who achieved lifted skin saw their faces sag after a few months due to everyday mannerisms like smiling.

How do you sleep after a thread lift?

Sleep on your side

Sleeping on your side, or even on your stomach, results in pressure on your face. You need to avoid this for about a week after your thread lift procedure. Try to sleep on your back with your head propped up on a pillow to minimize swelling after a thread lift.

How many times can you have a thread lift?

A follow-up treatment every 12 months is the best way to maintain your results. If you're interested in having additional threads placed, perhaps to treat a different part of the body, we can make a recommendation about the timing of that treatment.

What can go wrong with thread lifts?

The complications includes minor pain, swelling, rippling, dimpling, bruising, bleeding at the entry or exit sites, edema, asymmetry, dysesthesia, skin irregularities, and inflammatory reactions.

How often can you have a thread lift?

How Often Should You Have Treatment? The results of this treatment can last for six to 12 months at a time, so how long the results of your treatment lasts will determine how often you should have treatment. Many patients opt to have regularly scheduled PDO thread lifts once or twice a year.

Is PDO threading worth it?

A PDO thread lift will offer significant results straight away, and you'll notice a tightening and lifting of the skin. However, it will take around two weeks for the collagen production to start to get going, and this is when you will see an improvement of the skin's tone, texture and overall quality.

Can you go back to work after a thread lift?

Thread lift recovery time

Patients with a strenuous career that requires plenty of activity and movement may need to take 1 – 2 weeks off for healing. Anyone with a traditional office job can return to work sooner. It is important not to push yourself too hard during thread lift recovery time.

Do PDO threads hurt?

A local anaesthetic may be is injected to make the procedure as comfortable as possible, but some patients will find this procedure painful and some tenderness after the anaesthetic has worn off is to be expected.

Do threads help with jowls?

PDO threads are excellent for defining of the jaw line as well as lifting and tightening sagging skin of the jowls. Even with slight swelling immediately after treatment, immediate results in this patient can be seen.

What happens to facial threads over time?

After about six months, once they've done their work under the skin, the threads dissolve on their own.

Can you repeat a thread lift?

Around 9 months post-PDO thread lift, you may opt to repeat the procedure to continue stimulating your natural collagen production. You may also want to explore the benefits of facial fillers to complete your beauty transformation and enhance the benefits of the PDO thread lift.

What are the best face threads?

PDO, or polydioxanone threads, dissolve after only six to nine months. Contrastingly, PLLA, or Poly L. Lactic Acid threads, dissolve after 12 to 18 months. PCL, or polycaprolactone threads, are the most durable of the three.

How long does dimpling last after thread lift?

A successfully cured case of skin dimpling. A, Skin dimpling is visible 9 days after PDO thread lifting. B, Immediately after massage, the soft tissue outline basically recovered to its preoperative shape.

Can PDO threads cause nerve damage?

There may be visible protrusion of small mono or spiral threads from the skin and this can be resolved by cutting the thread back. This can be seen sometimes up to a few days after insertion. Serious complications include damage to blood vessels and facial nerve damage, resulting in facial paralysis.

Is thread lift permanent?

Results from a thread lift aren't meant to be permanent. Successful effects typically last from 1 to 3 years. Like other dissolvable dermal fillers, such as Botox, the threads used in the procedure will eventually be absorbed by the tissue underneath your skin.

Can you smile after PDO threads?

We are advised not to make extreme facial expressions and movements for the first 2 weeks to avoid the tiny cones being dislodged from the tissues which gives the initial mechanical lift. So I was super careful not to smile or open my mouth too much.

What should you not do after a thread lift?

What Should You Not Do After Thread Lift
  1. Sleeping on Your Stomach or Side. One of the worst things you can do after a thread lift is to apply an excessive amount of pressure to the treated area. ...
  2. Wearing Makeup. ...
  3. Getting Facials and Facial Massages. ...
  4. Becoming Overheated. ...
  5. Drinking Alcohol. ...
  6. Smoking. ...
  7. Vigorous Exercise.

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