The Threadlift Facelift is Here
Many people in their middle years become depressed about their
'jowly' appearance. Even those who have looked after their skin
scrupulously all their lives are not immune to skin sag in their
late forties or fifties.
Sagging skin is an inevitable part of aging. Unlike photo-aging
which causes wrinkles, age spots, blotchy complexion and red veins,
sagging skin is simply the effect of gravity over time and seems
to affect the face more noticeably as it cannot be concealed by
makeup.
A face lift used to be the only option open to those who wished
for personal or professional reasons to restore a youthful glow
to their faces. Other treatments such as laser surgery or chemical
peels have no effect. Fortunately another option has appeared -
the threadlift.
The threadlift, contour lift or Russian threads, call it what
you will, is great for those who shudder at the thought of a surgeons
knife, no matter how skilful, cutting into the skin of their face.
Other bonuses are less discomfort and the much shorter downtime
necessary after this non surgical option.
The threadlift procedure uses an intradermal thread which has
tiny 'barbs' along its length. These barbs catch the tissues below
the surface of the skin, lifting the surrounding area and producing
a subtle but noticeable rejuvenating effect on the face. Tiny slits
are made in the skin and the threads are inserted with needles
using a zig zag type pattern to ensure they adhere properly. The
small slits should heal without requiring stitches and surgical
tape is usually instead. The threadlift can be done under local
anaesthetic and hospitalization is not needed.
Most patients will require an average of only five days before
they can resume their normal lifestyle. Opening the mouth too wide
or other vigorous facial movements are not recommended before this.
Some bruising and swelling is normal for a few days, ice packs
can be used to reduce the swelling. The discomfort is minimal although
a slight prickly sensation may be noticed for a few days after
treatment.
Results may be seen immediately although most will be visible
after a few weeks. The natural collagen formation in the skin tissue
will eventually surround the threads which strengthen them and
make the threadlift permanent within six months.
The best candidates for the threadlift are those without pronounced
facial sagging. Probably those under sixty. However if you are
over that and still have a reasonable amount of elasticity left
in your skin. If you've looked after your skin well though the
years and protected it from UV damage, the threadlift procedure
may well be for you.
The threadlift procedure is a boon to those with a busy lifestyle
to to those who don't want the 'mask' like appearance which sometimes
results after a surgical face lift.
Like to have better looking skin? http://www.holistic-facial-skin-care.com will
give you detailed information on all facets of skin care. The
author, Wendy Owen has had a lifetime interest in general and
alternative health and skin care.
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