Early Complications from Absorbable Anchoring Suture Following Thread-Lift for Facial Rejuvenation.

Yeo, Seung Hun; Lee, Young Bae; Han, Dong Gil

doi:10.14730/aaps.2017.23.1.11

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“…Over the past several years, there have been marked changes in facial rejuvenation techniques using absorbable thread lifts with polydioxanone threads [13][14][15][16]. Thread lifts are used for nonsurgical facial tightening.…”

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Short-term safety of facial rejuvenation using an absorbable polydioxanone monofilament thread in patients with mild-to-moderate facial skin sagging

Choi

Byeon

Moon

2020

Arch Aesthetic Plast Surg

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Background Facial rejuvenation techniques using thread lifts are performed by passing sutures under the facial skin to treat sagging and facial flaccidity, and their advantages include a relatively short recovery time and relatively small incisions. In this study, we describe the short-term safety of a facial rejuvenation technique involving an absorbable polydioxanone monofilament thread (Mint Lift) in patients with mild-to-moderate facial skin sagging. Methods The current multicenter, retrospective, case-series study was conducted in a total of 196 patients who visited the Grace Plastic Surgery Clinic or the Songdo IB Clinic between 2016 and 2018. The patients underwent insertion of the Mint Lift 43 and 17 in the deep temporal fascia and the deep subcutaneous layer, respectively. Of these patients, 179 met the eligibility criteria and their medical records were retrospectively reviewed. Results The patients comprised six men (3.4%) and 173 women (96.6%), with a mean age of 44.4±14.4 years. In our series, postoperative complications included ecchymosis (1.7%), infection (0.4%), thread extrusion (1.1%), and skin dimpling (1.5%). No cases of iatrogenic nerve injury were observed, and all postoperative complications spontaneously resolved. Conclusions The Mint Lift 43 and 17 may be safe for thread lifting in patients with mildto-moderate facial skin sagging. However, further long-term follow-up studies are warranted.

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Short-term safety of facial rejuvenation using an absorbable polydioxanone monofilament thread in patients with mild-to-moderate facial skin sagging

Choi

Byeon

Moon

2020

Arch Aesthetic Plast Surg

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“…With the emergence of PDO threads, great advances have been made in facial rejuvenation techniques using absorbable threadlifts. 16 , 21 , 23 , 24 Of the absorbable PDO threadlifts, Mint Lift has been reported to be an effective, safe one. 12 , 17-19 , 24-26 From empirical perspectives, treatment effects are sustained during a maximum period of approximately 8 months, for which further long-term follow-up studies are mandatory.…”

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Proposed Treatment Protocols for Facial Rejuvenation Using a Novel Absorbable Polydioxanone Monofilament Threadlift in Koreans: Empirical Perspectives of Aesthetic Physicians and Surgeons

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Kim²,

Ahn³

et al. 2020

Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum

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Background Aesthetic physicians and surgeons should consider differences in anthropometric and anatomical characteristics between Asians and Caucasians in performing facial rejuvenation procedures using absorbable threadlifts in Koreans. Objectives This paper was prepared to propose empirical treatment protocols for Korean aesthetic physicians and surgeons. Methods A panel of five Korean experts on the aesthetic uses of an absorbable polydioxanone (PDO) monofilament threadlift (Mint Lift®; HansBiomed Co Ltd., Seoul, Korea), thus termed as “the Mint Consensus Group,” was convened to recommend practical guidelines for empirical treatment with the Mint Lift®. Results To summarize, our recommendations are as follows: First, the entry and exit points should be determined considering anatomical characteristics of the face (Level of evidence III). Second, treatment procedures may vary depending on indications (Level of evidence III). Conclusions Here, we propose empirical treatment protocols for facial rejuvenation using a novel absorbable PDO monofilament threadlift in Koreans. But more evidence-based efforts should be made to update the current treatment protocols.

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“…6,8,11, Most of the reported complications are not severe and usually do not require additional interventions. 12 Patient dissatisfaction is common in patients with thread lifts. Even though the frequency has not been clearly identified, when present it can be a problem.…”

Section: Complicationsmentioning

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Use of Polydioxanone Threads as an Alternative in Nonsurgical Procedures in Facial Rejuvenation

Cobo

2020

Facial Plast Surg

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Minimally invasive cosmetic procedures are in increasing demand worldwide. Patients are constantly searching for office-based techniques that can help improve the signs of aging but without the morbidity of a surgical procedure. Thread lifting with polydioxanone (PDO) sutures is a cosmetic procedure where lax tissue is lifted and repositioned trying to create a more youthful looking facial contour. The threads are absorbable and come in different shapes and lengths. The rate of complications and the downtime of the procedure are low, which are something patients are looking for. Ideally, these procedures should be performed by trained specialists who have complete knowledge of the facial anatomy, thus enhancing and improving results. Thread lifting with PDO absorbable threads has become an excellent option for minimally invasive facial rejuvenation procedures with a high satisfaction among patients and very few complications. It is a new tool that can be introduced in the armamentarium of specialists who work in the field of facial plastic surgery and who can offer this option to their patients with improved outcomes.

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Early Complications from Absorbable Anchoring Suture Following Thread-Lift for Facial Rejuvenation.

Cited by 21 publications

References 13 publications

Short-term safety of facial rejuvenation using an absorbable polydioxanone monofilament thread in patients with mild-to-moderate facial skin sagging

Short-term safety of facial rejuvenation using an absorbable polydioxanone monofilament thread in patients with mild-to-moderate facial skin sagging

Proposed Treatment Protocols for Facial Rejuvenation Using a Novel Absorbable Polydioxanone Monofilament Threadlift in Koreans: Empirical Perspectives of Aesthetic Physicians and Surgeons

Use of Polydioxanone Threads as an Alternative in Nonsurgical Procedures in Facial Rejuvenation

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