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  • Aesthetic medicine
  • Facial anatomy
  • Minimally invasive procedures

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  • Aging causes skin laxity, historically treated with facelifts.
  • Thread lifting is now preferred for individuals over 60.
  • Understanding facial anatomy during movement is key for effective thread lifts.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the efficacy and safety of thread lifting techniques.
  • To emphasize the importance of targeting the superficial musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS).
  • To analyze the role of facial anatomy in thread placement and outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of fresh cadaver studies.
  • Evaluation of thread passage through the superficial musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS).
  • Assessment of thread insertion depth and fibrous septa interaction.

Main Results:

  • Thread passage through the SMAS layer confirms lifting efficacy.
  • Correct insertion depth targeting SMAS repositioning is crucial.
  • Complications can occur if deeper facial muscles are affected.

Conclusions:

  • SMAS repositioning is vital for maintaining lifted tissue position.
  • Understanding facial structural variations guides thread selection and placement.
  • Proper technique balances depth and traction for safety and efficacy.