Contour Threadlift FAQs

As the aging process begins, your tissue thins because the collagen and elastin fibers break down, resulting in sagging, deep creases, folds and wrinkles.

The Contour Threadlift™ is intended to be a non-surgical alternative to a facelift. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia and takes about an hour. The procedure can be customized based upon your desired results. It can also be easily adjusted or reversed if desired. Thousands of Threadlifts™ have successfully been performed on both men and women.

Who is a good candidate for a Threadlift™?

The best candidates for a Contour Threadlift™ are men and women who are beginning to experience sagging in the cheeks, brow, jowls or neck area. The procedure is not recommended for patients who are grossly overweight or extremely thin.

What areas can be treated with a Threadlift™

Dr. Dishakjian will discuss your options and expectations thoroughly with you during your consultation appointment. Areas that can be treated are:

• Sagging eyebrows
• Asymmetric brows
• Sagging cheeks
• Drooping soft tissues of the mid and lower face
• Sagging neck area

What are Contour Threads?

Contour Threads™ are the first non-absorbable barbed sutures cleared by the FDA for lifting the sagging contours of the brow, mid face and neck areas. Unlike conventional sutures, which are smooth, Contour Threads™ have tiny barbs or cogs and are made of clear polypropylene so they are not visible under fair or thin skin. Polypropylene is a material that has been used safely in the body for many years in medical devices.

How does the procedure work?

The physician makes a tiny incision or puncture in the temporal area and the Contour Threads™ are inserted under the skin. The tiny barbs on each thread open in an umbrella-like fashion to form a support structure that gently lifts sagging tissues of the brow, face and/or neck. Once in position, your body generates new collagen bundles that encapsulate each thread to help maintain the elevation or lifting effect. The exact placement of the threads will vary from patient to patient.

How long does the procedure take?

The procedure is quick, and usually performed under local anesthesia, and if desired, light intravenous sedation. The actual length of time will depend upon the total number of threads used. On average, the procedure typically takes approximately one hour. In most cases, four threads is the minimum needed to address moderate sagging of one facial area.

What is the recovery time?

Patients can usually return to normal activities or return to work within a few days to a week. In most cases, there is only minimal discomfort, bruising or swelling. Concealing makeup may be worn the next day.

How long will the results last?

Physician's experiences have shown that duration varies from three to five years or more, depending upon the patient's age at the time of the procedure, the degree of sagging and the number of threads used.

Are there any side effects?

When performed by a certified, experienced physician, the Contour Threadlift™ is very safe, and complications are very rare. Minor complications may include swelling, bruising, thread rupture, skin irregularities, asymmetries, puckering or infection. In some cases, patients may feel some tightness or pulling or may be able to feel the threads. Since this technique is entirely reversible, unwanted effects are usually easily corrected under local anesthesia.

Can a Threadlift™ be combined with other cosmetic procedures?

The procedure is an ideal complement to other facial rejuvenation techniques. It is not uncommon to have a Contour Threadlift™ combined with Botox to reduce facial muscle activity, dermal fillers to enhance volume or peels and laser therapy to improve skin texture. Chin augmentation and liposuction of the neck are some of the other procedures that can be done in conjunction with a Contour Threadlift™.

How much does a Threadlift™ cost?

Contour Threadlift™ costs are a fraction of a traditional facelift procedure. The cost varies depending upon the complexity of each individual case.
Dr. Dishakjian will discuss costs and financial options with you. He treats each case with sensitivity to the patient's needs, and will suggest options that are appropriate for you.

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