Thread lifts use dissolvable sutures — typically made from PDO (polydioxanone) or PLLA (poly-L-lactic acid) — to physically lift and reposition sagging facial tissue. Tiny barbed or smooth threads are inserted under the skin via a fine needle, then gently pulled to create an immediate lifting effect.
Thread lifts are a medical procedure and should only be performed by a trained medical professional — ideally a doctor or nurse with specific thread lift training. The procedure carries risks including infection, thread migration, and puckering if not performed correctly.
When choosing a practitioner for any aesthetic treatment, always verify their registration with the GMC (doctors), NMC (nurses), or GDC (dentists). For treatments requiring prescription medicines, confirm a valid prescribing arrangement is in place. Check for CQC registration if the clinic offers regulated activities, and look for Save Face accreditation as an additional quality indicator.
Never choose a practitioner based on price alone. The cheapest option is rarely the safest. Always attend an in-person consultation before committing to any treatment, and be wary of any practitioner who cannot clearly explain the risks, aftercare, and what to do in an emergency.
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