Atlantic Ave Magazine September 2019

health & beauty | dermatology
By Jennifer Wilson, MSN, ARNP, NP-C
Threads Are Getting A Lift
Instead of reaching for an injectable filler or scalpel, skilled cosmetic
providers are artistically reshaping faces with a minimally invasive
approach that provides a naturally restored result. Absorbable lifting
sutures are a technological evolution offering men and women an
alternative solution to the universal problem of sagging aged skin.
Becoming increasingly popular are the latest threads called Eurothreads,
which are self dissolving sutures made of biodegradable
polydioxone commonly known as PDO and PLLA which is
Poly-L-Lactic Acid also known as Sculptra. The beauty of threads is
that they can be used to lift sagging tissue and tighten the skin using
a nonsurgical approach. The FDA approved material can also be used
to volumize, smooth and contour areas of the midface and body with
little downtime. What makes Eurothreads unique from other typical
dissolvable sutures is that they have expanded their thread options to
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help treat the body such as lifting arms, sagging skin above the knees,
and even buttocks. Smaller threads can be placed in the face and body
to help create collagen and elastin to rebuild the structure and support
of the skin which in return volumizes and corrects imperfections
such as wrinkles and acne scars. Eurothreads have also been made
with specific material such as PLLA to stimulate even more collagen
production than other threads on the market.
The lifting threads have small bi-directional cones or barbs on them
so when placed under the skin the tissue can be maneuvered onto
the thread causing it to “lift.” The threads hold the tissue in place and
causes inflammation to stimulate collagen over time. As the thread
gets reabsorbed the collagen and elastin that was formed will be left
behind. This type of technology not only lifts instantly but then gets
better over the next 12 weeks as collagen is being formed. It provides
a more natural contoured look without the over-filled appearance
that you may get from the overuse of dermal fillers.
Smaller threads can be placed into areas such as the lips to give
a natural enhancement that slightly plumps and redefines your lips.
They also can be placed in areas that have wrinkles or divots in the
skin to build back up the tissue for a smoother appearance such as
smoker’s lines around the mouth, smile lines, cellulite and also acne
scars. When placed in the décolleté or arms that have crêpe thin skin
it is amazing to see how quickly thicker and smoother begins to develop.
Blunt tip threads have been designed by Eurothreads to be
safely inserted in the tear trough all the way up to the lash line to
rebuild the lost tissue or hallowing under the eyes.
A thread lift treatment takes about 30 - 45 minutes to complete and
the recovery is about one to two days. There is typically no bruising
with possible swelling. Mild discomfort can be experienced for up to
two weeks. Results will vary but can last from 18 months to two years
and possibly longer due to the collagen formation.
Eurothreads can be used in combination with fillers, lasers,
and other anti-aging treatments to provide an overall enhancement
and reverse the signs of aging. Rebuilding the
skin’s foundation elements such as elastin and collagen
are the key factors in naturally restoring youth.
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Dr. Thomas C. Balshi
4665 W. Atlantic Ave.
Delray Beach, FL 33445
561-272-6000
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