Name: Cheng Plastic Surgery
Address: 12945 Saratoga Ave, Saratoga, CA, 95070
Telephone: (408) 255-3223
Rating: 4.9

Thread Lifting can reposition underlying tissues and smooth and lift loose facial skin. It produces more dramatic and longer-lasting results than treatments with dermal fillers and BOTOX^®. This procedure fills the gap between surgery and injectables, giving you another anti-aging option for a customized, comprehensive facial rejuvenation.

How does the MINT PDO Thread Lift work?

The MINT PDO thread lift is an exciting innovation in non-surgical face lifting. This treatment is FDA-cleared and is in wide use in 14 other countries. The procedure requires only local anesthesia, involves minimal pain, minimal scarring, and a rapid recovery – you will see your results immediately, able to return to your day at once. The threads used in a MINT PDO lift are made from a sterile, absorbable suture made of polydioxanone, a colorless, biodegradable synthetic polymer.

How does the MINT PDO Thread Lift compare to other thread lifting procedures?

The MINT PDO thread lift procedure is a top performer, and can produce an extremely natural looking lift, as the threads have tiny barbs along the length of thread, rather than cones. The thread is gently pulled, and the soft barbs gently lift the entire area, with no single point suspending the restored location of the tissue, for a very uniform, smooth, and youthful look.

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Am I a good candidate for thread lifting?

The aging process has an impact on your facial appearance. As collagen levels decline in the body, the underlying dermal structure loses the support necessary to maintain its youthful, supple, quality.

The result is skin laxity and migrating tissue that leads to sagging in the midface, jowls along the jawline and a tired, worn, facial appearance. In the past, the only effective way to address these changes was with a surgical facelift.

While that is still the appropriate option for men and women with more advanced facial aging, those with moderate skin laxity and drooping may see excellent results with this innovative nonsurgical option.

MINT PDO Thread Lift by Dr. Jacqueline | Cheng Plastic Surgery

Watch Dr. Jacqueline use the newest advancement in Thread Lifting - MINT PDO Threads. These barbed sutures are a great way to get lift in the forehead, mid/lower face and neck. Love the effects without the downtime of surgery! Cheng Plastic Surgery 12945 Saratoga Avenue Saratoga, CA, 95070

What are the benefits of Thread Lifting?

Minimizes sagging, folding or hollowing in the midface around the cheeks
Reduces the jowls along the jawline that have developed over time
Corrects fallen tissue in the midface that makes you look older than you feel
Improves collagen production
No scarring
No incisions
No recovery time

Before & Afters

PDO Thread Lift – Nonsurgical Thread | Mint Threads And String Lift

MINT PDO is a safe and effective thread that is used to pull and approximate soft tissues of the sagging skin to a desired position. MINT™ has received its 510(k) clearance from the FDA and is currently being used in 14 other countries worldwide.

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How long will my results last?

In addition to providing immediate improvement to the appearance, thread lifting is designed to stimulate the body’s collagen production. As the body reabsorbs the cones and sutures over time, collagen levels increase to support the more youthful appearance, naturally. This process also ensures the results of your thread lifting procedure will last 12 to 18 months in most cases, much longer than most other nonsurgical methods of skin tightening.

FAQ

Does thread lifting cause any scarring?

At Cheng Plastic Surgery, we perform the thread lifting procedure under local anesthesia on an outpatient basis. There are no incisions used for the procedure; which means no residual scarring and very little (if any) downtime following treatment. One of our surgeons will place two to four sutures on either side of the face via a narrow needle, in a predetermined pattern, to ensure a balanced, symmetrical appearance.

How long will the procedure take, and will it be painful?

The entire procedure takes about 45 minutes to complete. During that time, you should not feel any discomfort, thanks to the numbing medication. Once the sutures are placed and tightened according to your desired look, you will be able to leave our center and return home.

Will there be any downtime?

There is no significant recovery time after your thread lifting procedure. You can return to your daily schedule within a day or two. You may have some mild bruising, swelling, or redness in the areas where the sutures were inserted, but these side effects resolve within a few days.

Will the results be noticeable right away?

The results of this nonsurgical lift are noticeable immediately following your procedure, as your facial profile should appear lifted and more youthful. Sagging in the midface and jowl formation along the jawline will be lifted and more youthful, with results improving as the days pass. As the sutures stimulate the body to produce higher levels of collagen, every day brings an improvement in your skin quality and firmness.

Will I need additional treatments?

Like any anti-aging treatment, including surgery, the positive improvements will begin to fade over time as the effects of time and gravity begin to take their toll once again. A thread lifting procedure typically provides a more youthful look for about 12 to 18 months before another treatment might be necessary. You can also combine thread lifting with other treatments such as injectables or skin rejuvenation with a custom peel or other treatment to further enhance and prolong the results.

Why choose Dr. Elbert and Dr. Jacqueline for your thread lifting procedure?

If you are unhappy with the signs of facial aging but don’t feel ready for a surgical procedure, the Silhouette InstaLift or MINT PDO Thread Lift may be the right choice for you. Both of our surgeons in our Saratoga, California private surgery center have received extensive training in this innovative treatment and are ready to help you restore a rejuvenated appearance. To learn more, contact Cheng Plastic Surgery today at 408-255-3223.

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