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THREAD LIFT: Instant Face Lift, V-shaped Face, Nose Lift, Neck Lift & Double Chin Reduction Without the Downtime of Surgery!

WHAT IS THREAD LIFT?
Thread Lift is a procedure which involves elevating different parts of the face using special threads without having to make surgical incisions as with a classic surgical face lift.
It makes use of either the Polydioxanone (PDO) thread or the Polycaprolactone (PCL) thread. Thread Lift is usually performed using a local anaesthetic. Results are instant, even more so after about 3 to 4 weeks. However, the results continue to improve over a 3 to 6 month period as your own collagen begins to grow around the threads aiding the lifting effect. Recovery is generally quick.

IS IT PAINFUL? WHAT IS THE DOWNTIME?
The treatment is virtually painless after the application of local anesthesia. There will be redness and swelling which can last for around 2-3 days. Bruising can also be a possibility which will subside in around 5 to 7 days. Patients may find that facial movement is limited for the first two weeks and it may hurt to laugh or smile.

HOW LONG WILL THE RESULTS LAST?
The threads stimulate natural collagen production while it gradually dissolves over a period of up to 2 years, depending on the type of threads that will be used. The new collagen build up maintains the new enhanced appearance for up to 5 years.

WHAT SHOULD I DO AFTER THE THREAD LIFT TREATMENT?
It is very important that you follow the advice of your dermatologist carefully after a thread lift so as not to disrupt the placement of the threads.
Post-surgery advice may include:
1. You can resume normal activities (light walking, sitting up, watching television, using a computer, etc.) within the hour but you should take it easy during the first few days.
2. You should not talk, laugh or smile excessively or make exaggerated facial movements for the first few days.
3. You should not sleep on your face for the first week.
4. You should not shave your face, use chemical peels, scrub it or use harsh cleansers for the first week.
5. You should avoid any strenuous exercise or physical activities for the first week.
6. You should not massage, rub or apply pressure to your face for one month as this could disturb the threads.
7. You should use recommended pain killers as required.

Want to know more about Thread Lift Treatment? Ask our Board-Certified and Internationally-trained Dermatologist about it.

HIKO™ THREAD LIFT FOR NON-SURGICAL NOSE LIFT – Instant Nose Lift Without the Downtime of Surgery!

WHAT IS HIKO THREAD LIFT?
HIKO™ thread lift is a minimally invasive procedure to enhance the appearance of the nose by using fine absorbable threads which stimulates your own collagen.
The threads are called Polydioxanone (PDO) and Polycaprolactone (PCL) and it allows the sharpening and straightening of the nose and the nose tip. The result is natural and long lasting.

AM I SUITABLE FOR THE TREATMENT?
The procedure is suitable for anyone who does not want to go under the knife but wants to improve the appearance of their nose. This is also suitable for those with fillers injected previously but would like to sharpen and further enhance their nose.

HOW IS THE PROCEDURE DONE?
PDO or PCL threads are placed just above the bone in the deep tissues of the nose under local anaesthesia. The threads stimulates natural collagen production while it gradually dissolves over a period of up to 2 years, depending on the type of threads that will be used. The new collagen build up maintains the new enhanced appearance for up to 4 years!
The procedure is about 30 minutes and you are able to return to normal activities immediately.

IS THE TREATMENT PAINFUL?
The procedure is virtually painless after the application of local anesthesia.

WHAT CAN I EXPECT AFTER THE TREATMENT?
The results are instant. There may be minimal swelling and bruising which may last for up to 5 to 7 days.
We advise that patients apply healing cream for 1 week and wear sunblock/sun protection to prevent post-treatment pigmentation/darkening.

Want to know more about HIKO™ Thread Lift? Ask our Board-certified & Internationally-trained Dermatologist about it.