Thread lifts 'don't work' - but I still want a facelift!

You may have read on Reuters recently that a popular type of face lift produces only short-lived improvement in appearance, and should no longer be used given its risks, poor results and discomfort for patients, or so conclude the authors of a long-term study of patients who underwent the procedure.

The surgery, a so-called "thread-lift," involves placing barbed threads under the skin and then tightening them to pull up drooping facial tissues.

It's an interesting read, showing that although improvement was still seen a month after the thread lift procedure, between 12 and 30 months later, the 'thread lift group' scored lowest out of 3 different groups tested.

Complications including visible knots and dimpling of skin were also noticed, leading the investigators to conclude that "thread-lifts carry a high risk of complications, while extensive scarring may make it difficult to remove the threads, which is problematic because studies have found up to 20% of patients need a repeat surgery".

So what to do if you want a little 'help', but don't like the idea of a short lasting, possibly disfiguring thread lift?

If you'd love a facelift, but don't like the idea of surgery, then we have 2 procedures that are ideal for you!

Accent® is a unique, multi-application, Radio Frequency (RF) based platform for the non-invasive treatment of wrinkles and sags. It is virtually painless and comparatively quick.

Treatments can be performed to treat loose, wrinkled skin anywhere on the body. The procedure is frequently used for toning thin, loose and crepe-like skin often found on the more mature face, neck and under the upper arm areas. It is also excellent for firming skin on the post-surgical or postnatal abdomen, chest, thighs or breasts.

Or, Sculptra non surgical facelift could be exactly what you’re looking for. Also known as the liquid facelift, Sculptra is an injectable treatment that restores volume to your skin, leaving your face looking fuller and younger. A natural non-surgical skin treatment that stimulates your skin, encouraging it to grow new collagen to give you a more youthful appearance.

Not sure which would be best? Why not give us a call, or fill in our 'call back' form and someone will give you a call back to discuss your needs.