Which areas of the body can be treated with a thread lift?

Basically, all areas of the face can be treated with a thread lift. In the forehead area, a thread lift can achieve a brow lift, in the mid-face area, the classic jowls can be lifted, creating a clear jawline. A tightening effect can also be achieved in the neck area by inserting threads. The execution of the thread lift in the aforementioned regions certainly varies individually and must be decided based on the prerequisites (skin quality, wrinkle depth).

What alternative methods are there to thread lifting and what is the difference?

A thread lift is already one of the more invasive measures for facial rejuvenation. Certainly, the smallest wrinkles and volume losses can be improved with both laser and current injection procedures (muscle relaxant / hyaluronic acid). We will jointly decide which procedure is most effective for you during a detailed consultation in our Berlin clinic.

What are the advantages of thread lifting?

A thread lift provides you with a tightening effect over the desired regions within a very short time. You immediately have a natural lifting effect without major wounds and incisions. Certainly, the existing excess skin must contract over time, which takes about 1-2 weeks.

Can I try the thread lift technique after other lifting methods?

Of course, it is possible to perform a thread lift later after a facelift operation. It is also possible to use this procedure after injections with previously extracted autologous fat. However, it is important to wait some time between individual treatments to allow the previous treatment to heal.

Are special threads used for thread lifting?

We use Silhouette Soft threads, which consist of polylactic acid and dissolve in the tissue within 18 months. In doing so, they produce new collagen and connective tissue. The lost collagen is constantly renewed, thus ensuring a long-lasting lifting effect.

Has the treatment method been widely tested?

The thread lift is a recently sought-after treatment procedure to satisfy patients who desire a minimally invasive procedure for tightening specific facial areas. The treatment only takes 30 minutes, and you can resume your normal daily life after leaving the Berlin clinic. Unlike a normal facelift in Berlin, no downtime is required for a thread lift; any minimal hematomas must be covered with makeup.

How long do I have to wait for an appointment?

Appointment scheduling is individual and depends on current capacities. On average, you need about 2-3 weeks lead time for a thread lift.

What documents should I bring to the consultation regarding thread lifting?

Before the procedure, a written consent from the patient for the planned procedure is required. We discuss all medical measures in detail during the consultation and inform you about specific risks of the procedure.

Are there any specific medications I should avoid before treatment?

We recommend discontinuing blood-thinning medications approximately 1 week before the surgery date, especially Aspirin (ASS). If you are taking other medications or have allergies, it is necessary to inform us before the procedure.

Should I take time off after a treatment? When can I return to work or sports?

You should take a few days off after a thread lift, as hematomas may occur in the facial area. You are usually able to work again after ½-1 week. You should refrain from sports for the first 4 weeks after a thread lift due to a renewed tendency for swelling.

How long will the treatment period be?

The procedure takes approx. 20-30 minutes. After the procedure, you should still stay in our clinic in Berlin-Mitte for half an hour to rule out any post-bleeding. The areas are cooled to keep swelling as minimal as possible.

Which anesthesia is used for thread lifting?

The thread lift is performed under local anesthesia. The injection sites are infiltrated with a local anesthetic, and the rest of the treatment is well tolerated.

What exactly is done during the treatment?

First, the areas to be treated are marked, and the insertion of the threads is planned. Subsequently, the area is sterilely washed and covered with disinfectant. After a small local anesthetic at the respective entry points, the threads are inserted with a microneedle.

At the exit points, the threads are shortened to skin level, and the skin is firmly massaged along the thread's path. This allows for an individual tightening effect. After renewed disinfection, we cool the respective areas for approx. 15 minutes. After a final check by Dr. Volker Rippmann or Christian Roessing, you can leave the clinic after approx. 30 minutes.

We usually schedule a follow-up appointment after 1 week to document the desired effect.

When can I expect visible results from the thread lift?

The result is visible immediately after the treatment. Certainly, the excess skin usually bunches up slightly on the thread, but this condition relaxes in the coming days. The inserted thread dissolves more and more over the next 18 months, leading to connective tissue induction and thus sustained tightening.

Will I experience pain after this method?

No. You will certainly notice a slight feeling of tension over the tightened area and a slight wound pain at the entry and exit points. However, no more pain is to be expected during this procedure.

Are there follow-up examinations? Are further treatment appointments necessary?

You will return to our practice for a check-up one week after the thread lift. On this day, we will review the results together and discuss your questions in detail. Usually, no further treatment is necessary at first. After another 3 weeks, we will schedule another appointment to document the result.

Are there any medications I need to take after the treatment?

In preparation for a thread lift, if you have a pronounced tendency for hematomas, it is recommended to take Arnica drops/Arnica globules. However, all blood-thinning preparations should be avoided before the procedure.

Do I need to wear a bandage after the treatment?

You do not need to wear a bandage after the treatment, nor will you receive any plasters. Nevertheless, you should be careful with makeup and cream products at the entry and exit points for the first 24 hours after the procedure.

How long does the effect of this method last?

According to the company, the effect lasts about 18 months, but we also observe durations of up to 2 years.

Can scars occur during thread lifting and can they be removed afterwards?

No scars whatsoever occur during thread lifting. At the beginning of the treatment, you may still feel the anchors of the thread slightly through the skin, but this dissolves under the skin in the next few weeks.

What costs will I incur from the treatment?

More precise information – depending on the thread length and number of anchors and threads – will be provided during the initial consultation.

What risks can occur during the treatment?

During the treatment, minor hematomas may occur in the treated area, but these will disappear after about 1 week. Rarely, minor infections can occur. In very slender individuals, the thread may still be visible through the skin for a few days.

What happens if the desired effect does not occur?

After a thread lift, we regularly schedule follow-up appointments at our clinic. In rare cases, the thread's effect/tension may diminish immediately after the treatment, in which case another thread may need to be inserted into the corresponding side.

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