Thread lifting is a non-surgical lifting treatment that firms the skin and provides a natural rejuvenating effect.
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Thread lifting is a treatment where dissolvable threads are placed under the skin to lift and firm sagging areas. These threads provide immediate support to the skin and simultaneously stimulate natural collagen production, resulting in a long-lasting improvement in skin quality. The treatment is often used on the lower face, jawline, cheeks, neck or eyebrows. Thread lifting is ideal for those who want to address skin laxity without surgery and while maintaining a natural appearance. The result is a subtle lift and a firmer skin structure.
The treatment starts with a personal consultation in which the skin, sagging and facial proportions are analyzed. Then the dissolvable threads are inserted under local anesthesia via fine needles. The threads are carefully positioned to lift and support the skin. Over time, the threads dissolve, while the lifting and firming effect is maintained.
Thread lifting is suitable for adults who:
Pregnancy and breastfeeding are an absolute contraindication: there are no studies showing that a thread lift is safe during that period. For people with certain medical conditions, the treatment is less suitable; in that case, prior medical advice is recommended.
The recovery time is usually limited. Slight swelling, redness or a bruised feeling can occur and usually disappear within a few days. In some cases, small dents or pulling sensations may be temporarily visible. Most daily activities can be resumed quickly.
The lifting effect is often immediately visible and improves further in the weeks after the treatment due to collagen stimulation. The effect of thread lifting lasts on average 12 to 18 months, depending on skin type, age, lifestyle and the type of thread used. Maintenance treatments can extend the result.
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Thread lifting works through a dual mechanism. Immediately after placement, the resorbable threads mechanically lift the tissue, visibly restoring contours. But the most powerful effect takes place in the months that follow: the threads stimulate your skin to natural collagen production. They are made of biocompatible material (usually PDO or PLLA) that is slowly broken down. During that process, a network of your own collagen fibers develops, making your skin firmer and more elastic. This way, you combine an immediate lift with a progressive, long-lasting firming, without it ever looking unnatural.
Because every face is unique, I choose the type and insertion technique completely tailored. Smooth threads improve skin quality, while barbed threads give a stronger lift in areas such as the jawline or eyebrows. The result is a fresher, more defined face that retains its natural expression.
For whom?
If you recognize any of these situations, you may be an ideal candidate:
Thread lifting subtly corrects early sagging, without scars or a long recovery period.
The lift is gradual and refined; you look fresher and more rested, without the procedure being visible.
Think of sagging cheeks, a disappearing jawline or an early turkey neck.
After a short recovery, you can quickly resume your daily activities, ideal for active people.
Everything starts with a thorough consultation. We discuss your wishes, analyze the skin quality and mark the areas we will subtly lift. The actual procedure takes on average 45 to 60 minutes. With local anesthesia we ensure you go through it comfortably. Then the threads are inserted with a fine cannula or needle at the correct depth. You hardly feel anything from the placement, slight pressure is normal.
In the hours after the treatment, the skin may feel somewhat swollen and sensitive; bruising is possible but fades quickly. For the first week, it's best to avoid heavy exertion, facial massages and extreme movements. You may immediately care for your face, but be careful with makeup. The visible lift is immediate, but the really beautiful result builds up over the following months as new collagen strengthens the structure.
My approach
Every thread lift I perform, I approach with the same precision as in my surgical years. You see it in the result, and above all, you feel it.
My experience in surgery gives me in-depth anatomical knowledge. This translates into a safe technique and a keen eye for natural proportions.
Your facial structure, skin type and wishes determine the strategy. I think along with you and never treat more than necessary, that for me is the essence of tasteful rejuvenation.
The session lasts on average an hour and you recover largely within a few days. No hospital stay, no long downtime, but a visibly fresher yourself.
Those looking for a thread lift in Ghent or the surrounding area choose the combination of artistic precision and a warm, personal approach. In my practice, centrally located and quietly furnished, we take ample time to shape your journey. You're coming from further away? That's no problem either, the region is easily accessible and we schedule a consultation or treatment efficiently.
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