Aptos threads for facelifts

It is no secret that with age, the skin, including the face, loses its elasticity. First, shallow expression wrinkles appear, then they become more pronounced, the oval becomes blurred, the facial expression becomes sad and gloomy. And no matter how correct and timely the care is, these phenomena are inevitable. But modern methods and technologies in cosmetology and plastic surgery have enough recipes to prolong youth, freshness, and delay the signs of aging to a later date. Among them is face lifting, and one of its types are Aptos threads, designed for its tightening, correction without using a scalpel. This method was patented in 1996 and is successfully used in almost 50 countries around the world.

Indications for the procedure

What changes usually indicate the transition from the stage of youth to a more mature age? Usually, this is drooping of the upper eyelid, a network of fine wrinkles in the corners of the eyes, bags under them, emerging lines on the forehead, drooping eyebrows, corners of the lips, loss of definition of the contours of the cheekbones, tissue volume, the appearance of facial asymmetry. All these signs of aging are indications for a facelift with Aptos threads, which are special surgical threads installed in different layers of the skin. The procedure can be used by people from 30 to 65 years old, but it is still more effective for people under 50.

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Preparation

The procedure does not require any special preparation. The only requirement is not to eat 2 hours before it, not to drink alcohol and not to drink a lot of liquid.

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Technique facelifts with Aptos threads

The introduction of threads into subcutaneous tissues is called thread lifting or reinforcement. Several types of threads can be used for the procedure:

• non-absorbable polypropylene - have both a smooth surface and notches, are installed shallowly, at the level of subcutaneous fat. This method is not dangerous for blood vessels, muscles, and preserves the natural facial expressions. Effective for deep wrinkles, creases in the skin, sagging oval. Effective for 5 years;
• absorbable biothreads - suitable for the first signs of aging, they have notches, which allows them to be securely fixed in the tissue, their effect lasts for 2 years;
• non-absorbable surgical - used with pronounced aging, after 50-55 years.

The procedure is performed under local anesthesia, but general anesthesia can also be used if the patient so desires. The technique includes several stages:

• disinfection of the face surface with an antiseptic;
• marking the areas where threads are inserted;
• anesthesia;
• insertion of a special hollow cannula under the fatty layer along the markings;
• inserting a thread into it;
• cannula removal;
• adjusting the position of the thread, securing it;
• removing the ends.

The entire reinforcement procedure takes no more than 45 minutes, after which the patient can return to normal life.

Contraindications to the procedure

In old age, the skin may sag too much, in which case the Aptos thread lift will not bring real results. Obese patients will also not achieve the desired results, they still need to apply the liposuction procedure. Absolute contraindications to facial reinforcement are pregnancy, tumors, poor blood clotting, keloid scars, pregnancy, breastfeeding, various infectious diseases, diabetes.

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Consequences after the procedure

After the procedure, there may be streaks and bruises that will remain on the face for a week or two. An allergy to anesthesia is possible. If the surgeon is inexperienced and the threads are placed incorrectly, the symmetry of the face may be disrupted. In general, a facelift using Aptos threads is safe and gentle, so there should be no other consequences or complications if all the recommendations of specialists are followed.

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Care after the procedure

For a week, you should refrain from active facial expressions, do not massage your face, and do not resort to cosmetic procedures. Other measures for facial care and rehabilitation after the procedure include a ban on visiting a bathhouse, sauna, solarium, swimming pool, beach, gym for the next 7-10 days. You can only sleep on your back, do not put blindfolds on your eyes.

Reviews

According to reviews, many women have turned to various methods to overcome the changes inherent in aging, but facelift with Aptos threads is noted by them as one of the effective ones. They share that the procedure creates a framework, tightens the skin on it, which gives an amazing rejuvenating effect. True, you have to go through a rehabilitation period, when there are certain prohibitions, and the face does not look its best: swollen and puffy. But its further appearance is worth the temporary deprivation and material costs, clear contours, tightness, freshness, no stitches and other evidence of interventions. And one more piece of advice to women - choose a clinic with a good reputation, certificates and experienced cosmetologists.