You can expect a complete recovery from your thread lift in no more than two weeks. It's important to get advice from your doctor on what activities to avoid as the tissue heals; for example, we recommend you avoid vigorous exercise and facial massage.
You will probably see some initial firming and lifting right after your procedure, with your thread lift face results continuing to take shape over the next three weeks or so. As your body begins to naturally generate collagen, your tightened, lifted outcomes should continue to improve for the next few months.
Following PDO thread lift, patients may experience mild swelling, bruising, or tenderness at the suture sites. Over-the-counter medications can help these symptoms, which should resolve within about 3 – 5 days.
Most of your discomfort occurs in the first 24-48 hours following surgery and will decrease each day thereafter. You may resume normal activities as tolerated. Normal activities include caring for yourself and lifting routine objects.
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.
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.
Wash and dry your face gently, without rubbing or massaging (2 weeks). Avoid direct sunlight and do not use tanning beds (3 weeks). Avoid facial massages and all other facial aesthetic treatments (3 weeks). Avoid sports, in particular high impact sports (e.g. running) and contact sports (e.g. boxing, rugby) (3 weeks).
This isn't painful per se, but if it's your first time, it may be uncomfortable enough that you need to ask for a short break between brows. Don't be afraid to speak up. After several sessions, many people no longer feel the pain. It's still less painful than waxing and less permanent than microblading.
No, your hair will never grow thicker or darker after threading. Since threading removes the hair from the root, your hair will become finer over time.
But, the average person should get their eyebrows threaded every 2-3 weeks. Since the process removes hairs from their roots, the time for the hairs to grow back will be dependent on many factors, but we recommend coming in for eyebrow threading treatment every 2-3 weeks.
Results should be apparent right after the threads are put into place, but you may notice more in the days and weeks right after they are inserted, as swelling and bruising starts to subside. Results from a thread lift aren't meant to be permanent. Successful effects typically last from 1 to 3 years.
Can a thread lift be reversed? Yes, it can be reversed, although this is not recommended. Speak to your surgeon about the possibility.
When the sutures begin to dissolve, it is likely you will notice the gradual return of sagging features. However, there is evidence to support that collagen is produced in the tissues surrounding the threads, which can lead to a longer lasting effect.
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.
Its increase in popularity is related to its being efficient and inexpensive, especially for removing extra hairs around the eyebrows. However, complications of facial threading, including irritant dermatitis, folliculitis, koebnerization, verrucae, and impetigo, have also been reported.
A simple yet effective method to soothe your skin after threading, is by applying ice. It's available everywhere, it's cheap, and it works great. Hold an ice cube to inflamed areas for a while, and your skin will soon feel better.
Since threading involves removing hair from the root, it opens up the pores. So the first thing you should do post threading is to apply ice over the area in a circular motion. This constricts the blood vessels and closes pores, in turn reducing swelling and redness.
Threading pulls hair out from the follicle root. When the hair is pulled out, the pore is opened. If the area is not clean, bacteria are able to enter into the pore, clogging it, and thereby causing a breakout.
'Breakouts' after eyebrow threading are usually one of two things – irritation or folliculitis. If you develop some minor redness and a few tiny little 'bumps', this may be a simple irritant reaction. For mild irritant reactions, a soothing aloe vera gel might be all you need (wash your hands before applying it!).
The ideal thread lift candidate is usually in his or her late thirties to early fifties, whereas most patients over the age of about 55 will benefit more profoundly from facelift surgery.
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.
Threads are an excellent option in correcting certain problem areas, especially if there is some laxity, drooping, or sagging of skin. On the other hand, fillers are designed to address the fine lines you want gone (or at least reduced in appearance).