As the aging process begins, the connective tissue thins and collagen and elastic fibers break down. These changes present themselves as sagging, deep creases, folds and wrinkles. The Composite ThreadLift™ is a simple, office-based outpatient, "no scar" facelift procedure. The best candidates for the Composite ThreadLift™ procedure are those who have droopiness or laxity of the brow, cheeks, jowls and or neck. This procedure is for those patients who would like to see a lift effect, but do not want the risk of scars, the sometimes "done" appearance that can come from a facelift or the "stigma" sometimes attached to those types of procedures. The Composite ThreadLift™ procedure can achieve 40-50% of what a real invasive surgical procedure can deliver.

The Composite ThreadLift™ uses tiny surgical sutures or threads, to lift and support the droopy areas of the brow, cheeks, face and neck. The threads are inserted under the skin in precise locations using a small hollow needle. The inserted thread is then able to grasp onto the droopy fat and soft-tissue, which is then lifted and repositioned into a more vertical and youthful position. With the lift effect secured, the hollow needle is removed. The end of the thread is cut off very short and tied securely under the skin where it cannot be felt or seen. Some of the threads will be visible on the skin for approximately 2-3 days as the doctor gradually tightens and elevates the skin and tissue at your follow-up visits. When the lift effect is at its optimal position the threads will be "snipped" at the skins surface and be virtually undetectable. The threads provide lift and support to these droopy regions.

The Composite ThreadLift™ can be performed in the office under local anesthetic if only one area is being treated. Sometimes the doctor will recommend that IV sedation be used. Although pain medications will be prescribed for you following the procedure, the post-operative discomfort is relatively minimal and you may go home following the procedure. After the Composite ThreadLift™ procedure there is often bruising and swelling of the skin that may last for two to three weeks. This procedure does cause some temporary bunching of the skin in the hairline and behind the ear. Most patients find this is not bothersome or noticeable after 3-4 weeks, however, there can be some residual bunching, which usually resolves over 3-6 months. There will also be bunching in the areas that were elevated. This usually resolves in several weeks. This revolutionary procedure can be used in brow area alone, in the brow and lower face or in the brow, lower face and upper neck areas. Threads are removable, replaceable and adjustable.

The Composite ThreadLift™ may be combined with other, minor surgical procedures, such as liposuction, fat injections, Thermage, Botox, Restylane / Collagen /other fillers.

As with all procedures there are risks. The main risks for this procedure include swelling, bruising, scarring, infection, damage to deeper structures, asymmetry and thread breakage or coming to the surface.

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