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Thread lifting effectively restores midface volume and lifts sagging skin for up to 12 months. This pilot study demonstrates significant improvements in tissue repositioning and volume restoration for mild to moderate midface ptosis.

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  • Plastic Surgery
  • Dermatology

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  • Midface rejuvenation focuses on volume restoration and addressing ptotic skin.
  • Absorbable sutures offer a suspension system for midface sagging.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of thread lifting for midface rejuvenation.
  • To determine the duration of tissue lifting and volume restoration outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • A pilot study involving six participants with mild to moderate midface ptosis.
  • Treatment with suspension threads for tissue repositioning.
  • Volumetric measurements taken at baseline, 120 days, and 365 days.

Main Results:

  • Significant average volume improvement of 5.59 mL at 120 days and 4.16 mL at 365 days.
  • All measured parameters showed significant improvement (P < .05) at both follow-up points compared to baseline.
  • The positive effects of tissue repositioning lasted up to 12 months.

Conclusions:

  • Thread lifting is a safe and effective method for midface rejuvenation.
  • Suspension threads provide lasting volume restoration and tissue repositioning for up to 12 months.
  • The procedure is suitable for correcting mild to moderate midface ptosis.