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2025.07.11

Explaining the Types of Thread Lifts! The Secret to Success!

夏目 隆太郎
Supervising Physician
Ryutaro Natsume

A dual-specialty doctor with a background in plastic surgery, bridging cosmetic surgery and ophthalmology. At the university hospital, he performed numerous high-difficulty cases, primarily focusing on eye and facial bone surgeries, cultivating precise techniques grounded in anatomy. He prioritizes achieving both aesthetic beauty and functional safety, offering customized treatments around the eyes that incorporate ophthalmological expertise. He actively utilizes not only incisional surgery but also non-invasive procedures like hyaluronic acid injections. By carefully assessing each individual's condition and unique appeal, he provides bespoke treatments that guide patients toward naturally harmonious, well-defined eyes.

Hello,Plastic Surgeon for Refined Appearance: Ryutaro Natsumeis.

”Refined beauty is proof of my way of life.”

I've worked hard at both my job and my family life. The harder you work, the more you deserve to be beautiful.

Beautiful contours,Hermèsas if wrapped inRefined and sophisticated impressionwill be given.

 

If you're reading this blog, I assume you're considering a thread lift.

 

・For those concerned about pain or downtime from thread lifts, click here

Is Thread Lift Painful? What About Downtime? Answers to Your Common Concerns!

https://biancaclinic.jp/blog/43125/

・Click here to learn about the causes of sagging

Permanent Edition: Why Does the Face Sag? A Plastic Surgeon Explains Thoroughly! Part 1

https://biancaclinic.jp/blog/43052/

 

Today we'll address the common concern: "There are so many types of thread lifts, I don't know which one is best."

 

Representative Materials for Thread Lifts|Primarily 3 Types

1.PDO (Polydioxanone)

 It is highly safe, suitable for use as surgical suture material. It is the most commonly used material for thread lifts.

Neither too soft nor too hard, it can be used on various parts of the face.

Absorption takes approximately 6 to 8 months, which is relatively short.However,

 

2.PLLA (Poly-L-Lactic Acid)

 Made of a hard material, it is extremely durable and resistant to damage, with strong pulling power, but it causes significant pain.

Effective for severe sagging in areas like the jawline. Until absorbed.12 to 18 monthsand somewhat longer.

 

3.PCL (Polycaprolactone)

 It is flexible and causes less postoperative pain. Because it is soft,Lifting force when used aloneis inferior.

Until absorptionApproximately 18 to 24 monthsand is the longest.

 

 

Each manufacturer has adopted composite materials or altered the shape of the yarn's barbs, each in their own way.We are working to improve endurance.Therefore, it cannot be said thatIt's difficult to judge quality based solely on the materials.is.

Our clinic employs threads that are highly safe and, based on extensive experience, considered to be sufficiently effective. The primary material is PDO.

 

The suture material used at our hospital

🔹 BIANCA LIFT

•Material:PDO

• It provides strong lifting power and causes minimal swelling, soAlso suitable for first-time thread lifts

🔹 Artemis Lift/Tesla Lift

•Material:PDO

• Features: A structure where spiked threads are enclosed within a mesh structure.The lifting force is extremely strong.isWe have improved the low durability, which was a weakness of the safe PDO.

Due to its complex structure, during the process of the thread dissolving, the surroundingFat atrophymake,Tightening effectYou can look forward to it!

Artemis Lift: Minimizes needle-hole bumps

Teslift: Slightly increased collagen production in the skin

 

How do you differentiate between them?

Depending on the patient's condition and wishes,Combine and use two threads togetherIt happens quite often.

Use BIANCA LIFT as the baseand perform a full-face lift,

Parts I particularly want to lift(For areas with pronounced jawline or sagging)Artemis Lifttethriftis being added.

To maintain lifting power over a longer period, increase the number of Artemis Lift/Tes Lift treatments.

 

・The Secret to Successful Thread Lifts

The key to a successful thread lift lies not in the thread itself, but in accurately diagnosing which layer is sagging, designing a lift that pulls uniformly, and ensuring the thread is placed in the correct layer.

Utilizing knowledge and techniques from plastic surgery, we perform precise surgical procedures.

 

Summary

This time, we explained the types of thread lifts.

 

The choice of thread significantly impacts the outcome of thread lifts.

That's precisely why,Types of Sagging, Affected Areas, Desired Duration of EffectAccordingly,Combining the optimal threads is extremely important.is.

During counseling, we assess each individual's situation while

Effectiveness, Downtime, and Budget BalanceWe will include this in our proposal.

If you're wondering, "Which thread is right for me?" please feel free to ask for advice.

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※There are various approaches to aesthetic medicine, and opinions and practices may differ among physicians. Please consider the information provided here as one reference only, and we hope you will choose medical care that suits you and meets your expectations.

We apologize if any unintended inaccuracies or misleading expressions were included. In such cases, we will make appropriate corrections or additions.

 

【Profile】

Plastic Surgeon Dr. Ryutaro Natsume

https://biancaclinic.jp/doctor/natsume/

Performed numerous facial surgeries, particularly focusing on the eye area and facial bones, in the field of plastic surgery.

Regarding treatments for the eye area, I believe that not only aesthetic appearance but also ophthalmic functionality is extremely important. To provide safer and more reliable treatments, I am currently deepening my expertise as an ophthalmologist.

We actively incorporate non-surgical procedures such as hyaluronic acid injections, in addition to treatments requiring surgical instruments.

From a multifaceted professional perspective encompassing cosmetic surgery, cosmetic dermatology, reconstructive surgery, and ophthalmology

BIANCA CLINIC, a leading Japanese clinic specializing in beauty and regenerative medicine, provides the latest aesthetic treatments.

【Career】

2020: Graduated from Tokyo Medical University Tokyo Metropolitan Saiseikai Central Hospital

2022 Jikei University Hospital Department of Plastic Surgery

2023 Department of Plastic Surgery Jikei University School of Medicine Kashiwa Hospital

2024 BIANCA CLINIC

【Professional Affiliations/Qualifications】

Japanese Society of Aesthetic Surgery (JSAS)

Full Member of the Japan Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Full Member of the Japanese Society of Craniofacial Surgery

Full Member of the Japanese Ophthalmological Society

【SNS】

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