This book is a thorough guide on how to perform safe and effective thread-lifting procedures as a less invasive approach to rejuvenation of the face. The opening chapters explain the importance of the fixation technique, describe the facial and the pinch anatomy, and discuss the characteristics of absorbable threads. Clear descriptions are then offered of the basic technique employed for thread lifting, as well as techniques applicable for each thread type and techniques specific to each anatomic area. Understanding is aided by the inclusion of an abundance of illustrations depicting anatomy and technique. Potential complications and their management are systematically explained, and a new approach to outcome evaluation is also presented. The Art and Science of Thread Lifting will help plastic surgeons and dermatologists at all levels of experience to achieve the best possible outcomes in individual patients.

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Contents

۱. Definition of Terms
۲. Importance of the Fixing Point
۳. What Is a Fixing Point Formed in Lifting Procedures?
۴. Anatomy for Absorbable Thread Lifting
۵. Avoiding Vessel Damages in Thread Lifting
۶. Avoiding Nerve Injury in Thread Lifting
۷. What Is Pinch Anatomy?
۸. Why Is Pinch Anatomy Important?
۹. Method of Studying the Pinch Anatomy
۱۰. Pinch Anatomy for Each Area
۱۱. Pinch Anatomy Summary
۱۲. Evolution of Absorbable Thread Lifting
۱۳. Understanding PDO
۱۴. Understanding of PLLA
۱۵. Type of Absorbable Thread Products
۱۶. Design and Patient Selection
۱۷. Anesthesia
۱۸. Entry Point
۱۹. Insertion Technique
۲۰. Cutting and Finishing
۲۱. Technique Using a Mono-thread
۲۲. Technique Using Cog Threads
۲۳. Temporal Anchoring Technique
۲۴. Insertion Method of Bi-directional Needle Thread (Silhouette Soft®}
۲۵. Considerations to Be a Thread Lifting Expert
۲۶. Forehead (Eyebrows)
۲۷. Wrinkles Around the Eyes
۲۸. V-Line (Lower Face]
۲۹. Nasolabial Folds
۳۰. Marionette Line
۳۱. Jaw Line (Double Chins)
۳۲. Neck Wrinkles
۳۳. Method of Evaluating the Effect of Thread Lifting
۳۴. Evaluation of the Outcomes Using Morpheus® System
۳۵. Utilization of Morpheus®
۳۶. Dissatisfaction
۳۷. Stiffness and Pain
۳۸. Bruise and Flematoma
۳۹. Skin Fold
۴۰. Protrusion of Threads
۴۱. Migration of Threads
۴۲. Bulging at Entry Points
۴۳. Dimple (a Dent in the Skin)
۴۴. Sunken Cheek
۴۵. Temporary Paralysis of the Facial Nerves
۴۶. Lateral Canthus Elevation
۴۷. Infection