Pre- and Post-Procedural Considerations and Thread Types for Thread Lifting
Facial thread lifting has emerged as a minimally invasive alternative to traditional face-lifting procedures, with particular emphasis on U-shaped and I-shaped barbed threads. This review analyzes the anatomical considerations, procedural techniques, and clinical outcomes of different thread types f...
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| description | Facial thread lifting has emerged as a minimally invasive alternative to traditional face-lifting procedures, with particular emphasis on U-shaped and I-shaped barbed threads. This review analyzes the anatomical considerations, procedural techniques, and clinical outcomes of different thread types for facial rejuvenation. The study examines the mechanical principles and lifting mechanisms of U-shaped “suspension type” threads versus I-shaped threads, highlighting their distinct characteristics and applications. The results indicate that U-shaped threads provide strong lifting effects, with success rates reported at 85–90% in achieving visible tissue elevation when anchored in the temporal area. However, these threads carry higher risks of complications, including bleeding (15–20%), dimpling (12–18%), and tissue damage at exit points (5–10%). In contrast, I-shaped threads demonstrate advantages in minimizing tissue trauma and patient discomfort, with complication rates below 5%, though they may provide less dramatic lifting effects. The study concludes that optimal outcomes are achieved through careful patient selection and customized combination approaches rather than reliance on a single thread type. Future directions point toward the development of hybrid techniques that combine the strengths of both thread types to maximize efficacy while minimizing complications. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-6114cc432b6c4c7ea945de713454ee592025-01-24T13:38:43ZengMDPI AGLife2075-17292025-01-011518510.3390/life15010085Pre- and Post-Procedural Considerations and Thread Types for Thread LiftingGi-Woong Hong0Jovian Wan1Song-Eun Yoon2Sky Wong3Kyu-Ho Yi4Samskin Plastic Surgery Clinic, Seoul 06577, Republic of KoreaMedical Research Inc., Wonju, Republic of KoreaBrandnew Aesthetic Surgery Clinic, Seoul, Republic of KoreaLeciel Medical Centre, Hong KongDivision in Anatomy and Developmental Biology, Department of Oral Biology, Human Identification Research Institute, BK21 FOUR Project, Yonsei University College of Dentistry, 50-1 Yonsei-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul 03722, Republic of KoreaFacial thread lifting has emerged as a minimally invasive alternative to traditional face-lifting procedures, with particular emphasis on U-shaped and I-shaped barbed threads. This review analyzes the anatomical considerations, procedural techniques, and clinical outcomes of different thread types for facial rejuvenation. The study examines the mechanical principles and lifting mechanisms of U-shaped “suspension type” threads versus I-shaped threads, highlighting their distinct characteristics and applications. The results indicate that U-shaped threads provide strong lifting effects, with success rates reported at 85–90% in achieving visible tissue elevation when anchored in the temporal area. However, these threads carry higher risks of complications, including bleeding (15–20%), dimpling (12–18%), and tissue damage at exit points (5–10%). In contrast, I-shaped threads demonstrate advantages in minimizing tissue trauma and patient discomfort, with complication rates below 5%, though they may provide less dramatic lifting effects. The study concludes that optimal outcomes are achieved through careful patient selection and customized combination approaches rather than reliance on a single thread type. Future directions point toward the development of hybrid techniques that combine the strengths of both thread types to maximize efficacy while minimizing complications.https://www.mdpi.com/2075-1729/15/1/85rhytidoplastyfacial musclessuperficial musculoaponeurotic systemrejuvenationsurgical proceduresminimally invasive |
| spellingShingle | Gi-Woong Hong Jovian Wan Song-Eun Yoon Sky Wong Kyu-Ho Yi Pre- and Post-Procedural Considerations and Thread Types for Thread Lifting Life rhytidoplasty facial muscles superficial musculoaponeurotic system rejuvenation surgical procedures minimally invasive |
| title | Pre- and Post-Procedural Considerations and Thread Types for Thread Lifting |
| title_full | Pre- and Post-Procedural Considerations and Thread Types for Thread Lifting |
| title_fullStr | Pre- and Post-Procedural Considerations and Thread Types for Thread Lifting |
| title_full_unstemmed | Pre- and Post-Procedural Considerations and Thread Types for Thread Lifting |
| title_short | Pre- and Post-Procedural Considerations and Thread Types for Thread Lifting |
| title_sort | pre and post procedural considerations and thread types for thread lifting |
| topic | rhytidoplasty facial muscles superficial musculoaponeurotic system rejuvenation surgical procedures minimally invasive |
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