A tummy tuck with threads is an alternative to painful surgical procedures, strict diets and grueling workouts in the gym. This is a new method of figure correction, which involves the careful subcutaneous introduction of special threads made of polydioxanone and other substances compatible with subcutaneous tissues. Thanks to this, the material is not perceived by the body as foreign, which helps to avoid serious complications.
- How effective are mesothreads in the abdomen for skin tightening and weight loss?
- Indications and contraindications
- How much does the procedure cost?
- Types of threads used for tummy tuck
- How the procedure is performed
- Recovery period
- What not to do after the procedure
- Time of resorption and manifestation of effect
- Side effects
- Photos Before and After:
How effective are mesothreads in the abdomen for skin tightening and weight loss?
The introduction of mesothreads into the abdomen is carried out using special steel needles, characterized by increased strength and minimal thickness.
This is how mesothreads are inserted into the stomach
The length of the threads is from 3 to 9 cm, and the thickness is 1 mm. After insertion, the fibers intersect with each other and are woven into a kind of mesh. They are fixed under the skin and correct the shape of the abdomen. At the patient’s request, the doctor can inject the material into other areas of the body: face, neck, décolleté, chest, buttocks, or inner thighs and arms.
The material is stored in subcutaneous tissues from six months to 9 months. During this period, collagen and elastin fibers are formed around them, which form a supporting frame. Thanks to this, the stomach becomes toned, elastic and flat. After 6-9 months, the threads dissolve, breaking down into carbon dioxide and water. They are eliminated from the body, but the effect they create remains.
The material is stored in subcutaneous tissues from six months to 9 months. During this period, collagen and elastin fibers are formed around them, which form a supporting frame. Thanks to this, the stomach becomes toned, elastic and flat. After 6-9 months, the threads dissolve, breaking down into carbon dioxide and water. They are eliminated from the body, but the effect they create remains.
Rehabilitation period
During the week after the procedure, it is not recommended to exercise, lift weights, massage, visit the solarium, sunbathe outside, or take hot baths. No special diet is required, restrictions on taking medications are only as prescribed by a doctor. It is permissible to combine thread lifting with hardware and injection methods of body modeling. But it is more useful to do such procedures first, and only then bioreinforcement. Then it will be possible to secure the result with threads.
The rehabilitation period from the moment of the procedure is short - 1–2 weeks, no more
Indications and contraindications
A tummy tuck with mesothreads is a safe method of body contouring, which is indicated in the following cases:
- age-related skin aging;
- sagging belly after childbirth;
- decreased elasticity of the abdominal area due to chronic diseases, injuries, surgery or hormonal disorders;
- stretching and protrusion of the abdomen due to weight gain.
The procedure is contraindicated in the presence of acute and chronic infections, cancer, pathologies of the circulatory and endocrine systems, infectious and inflammatory skin lesions, elevated temperature and weak immunity. A facelift is not recommended for women who are carrying or breastfeeding a child. Mental and autoimmune diseases and the tendency of the skin to form hypertrophic and keloid scars are also contraindications for a facelift.
Contraindications
Despite the many advantages and declared safety of Aptos threads, the procedure is not suitable for every person - in some cases it is strictly contraindicated:
- oncological diseases with tumor localization anywhere in the body,
- blood diseases are not all, but if you have any, you need to consult your doctor,
- elevated body temperature or its chronic fluctuations,
- dermatological diseases of an inflammatory nature with localization of symptoms in the abdominal area.
Before the procedure, you will need to undergo a general examination, with a conclusion from a therapist. If the patient has suffered from any acute illness in the recent past or has had an exacerbation of a chronic pathology, then a tummy tuck with threads may be temporarily contraindicated for him. The problem is reduced immunity, but after full recovery you can use this method of creating a beautiful figure.
Types of threads used for tummy tuck
Mesothreads
To improve the condition of the skin, doctors use 3 types of mesothreads for tummy tuck:
- Smooth (linear) mesothreads. Such threads have a uniform structure. They are a combination of polyamide, silicone and polyurethane, which are intertwined. Their length varies from 25 to 90 mm. The threads are fixed to the bone tissue, making them effective even with severe sagging skin. The size and amount of injected material is determined by the thickness of the skin and other individual characteristics. The material is introduced into the subcutaneous layer through an incision, but thanks to local anesthesia, the procedure is painless.
- 3D mesothreads. This type of material is ultra-thin, so there is no need to make an incision to insert it. The doctor uses a special cannula with a blunt tip that passes through the tissue without causing damage. Thanks to the flexibility of the cannula, the threads are introduced into all layers of the skin, creating the effect of three-dimensional 3D modeling. This type of thread is distinguished by a soft and gentle action, however, the effect will be noticeable only with mild changes.
- 4D mesothreads. The material of these threads consists of polydioxanone and is inserted under the skin with flexible needles, the thickness of which does not exceed 0.1 mm. After the procedure, no traces remain on the patient’s skin, and compatibility with human tissue eliminates the possibility of allergic reactions. The needles are removed, and the threads dissolve on their own after 6-9 months.
- Spiral threads with serifs. The difference between these mesothreads is that they have a spiral shape and are equipped with special notches, with the help of which the material is securely fixed in the tissues. When inserted, such mesothreads are stretched, but then return to their original form. The effect of this procedure is quite strong, so it is often prescribed to women who have recently given birth.
- Combined. They are made of polypropylene and are complemented by small cones made of lactic acid. The last component stimulates increased collagen production, which creates a lasting anti-aging effect.
- Aptos. This material is made from caprolac or other substances that are harmless to the body. Along the entire length of the thread there are special notches that cling to soft tissue and move the skin in the desired direction. Thanks to this, the skin looks younger. Another advantage of these mesothreads is that they are inserted to a shallow depth and do not touch nerves and blood vessels.
The listed types of mesothreads can be absorbable or non-absorbable. The latter are made on the basis of medical polypropylene - a substance that is biologically compatible with tissues, but cannot disappear on its own. The polypropylene material remains under the skin forever and provides a tightening effect for about 5 years.
Before the procedure, you must undergo a full medical examination and consult a cosmetologist. This is necessary in order to select the right material and avoid possible complications.
The principle of operation of threads
Aptos is a tummy tuck thread that has special hooks. They are used as hooks that can tighten even very loose skin. Modern plastic surgery and cosmetology do not have any other methods for solving the problem of sagging skin on the abdomen that can be compared with the effect of the one under consideration.
Aptos threads are introduced into the thickness of the skin through microscopic punctures, their hooks are fixed in the soft tissues. Next, the resulting frame is enveloped in connective tissue (it grows in the body when there are foreign bodies in certain tissues) and “tightens” the skin.
Aptos threads are made from biological material that is fully compatible with the cells of the human body. They dissolve quite quickly, but the results obtained last for at least 2 years.
In medicine, two other types of threads are used to solve the problem under consideration:
- 3D mesothreads are the thinnest, are inserted without incisions or punctures through a blunt cannula, and have the ability to completely dissolve. Mesothreads are used to correct the abdomen only if the skin on it is not too sagging; negative changes are just beginning.
- Smooth threads - the composition includes silicone, polyurethane and polyamide, they are introduced into the deepest layers of the skin and fixed to the bone tissue. To perform a tummy tuck with smooth threads, you will need to make several incisions, which requires the use of anesthesia. And this is a full-fledged surgical intervention, which is carried out exclusively in specialized clinics, and not in beauty salons or private beauty salons.
How the procedure is performed
An abdominal lift is carried out in several stages:
- The patient receives a doctor's consultation. The specialist collects information about the patient’s health status, learns about previously performed procedures and determines the skin type. Based on the information received, the specialist makes a decision on the advisability of the procedure (if there is at least one contraindication, the lift is prohibited).
- The doctor selects the type and diameter of the needle and mesothreads. If necessary, correction is carried out using different types of materials. This helps to achieve maximum effect. Patients under 40 years of age are injected with material that resolves on its own. For patients between 40 and 50 years of age, doctors inject non-absorbable material. If the lift is performed on a person over 50 years old, small incisions are allowed.
- The specialist prepares the patient’s skin for tightening: cleanses, treats with antiseptic agents and applies a cream that eliminates pain.
- After the preparatory stage, the procedure is carried out. The cosmetologist marks the injection area, and then inserts mesothreads under the skin using a guide needle. After insertion, the thread is separated from the needle and remains in the patient's body.
After the procedure
The procedure is performed only on an outpatient basis and lasts up to 1 hour. It is important not to confuse this type of abdominoplasty with a lift.
Cost of tummy tuck with threads
The price of the procedure depends on how many threads need to be inserted into the abdomen to tighten it. One may cost 600 - 1300 rubles and therefore the total amount will be rather large. In some cases, the cost reaches 50,000 rubles, but getting instant and long-lasting results is worth it.
Tightening the abdominal skin with threads is an effective and efficient way to restore a slim figure and get rid of hanging loose skin. If the procedure was carried out in compliance with all rules and requirements, then it will be absolutely safe and without side effects.
Recovery period
If the specialist performing the tummy tuck has performed the procedure correctly, there are minimal or no negative consequences, but this depends on the individual characteristics of the body. It is important to follow your doctor's recommendations during the rehabilitation period.
What not to do after the procedure
The recovery period after a tummy tuck with threads lasts no more than 7-12 days. To make recovery faster, the patient must follow a number of recommendations:
- In the first hours after the procedure, you should not use tobacco products.
- In the first 3 days, doctors recommend avoiding visiting the sauna, bathhouse, gym, swimming pool and solarium. The list of prohibited procedures includes taking a hot bath or shower.
- Limit any contact with the injection site: do not massage it, apply a heating pad or cold compresses to it.
- In the first week, it is important to avoid strenuous exercise. If this is not done, the threads will move and the effect of the procedure will not be strong enough.
- In the first month, you should avoid sunbathing, physiotherapeutic procedures and massage. To protect the skin, it is recommended to use creams with UV filters.
Salty, spicy and fatty foods, coffee and alcoholic drinks should be consumed in limited quantities. You can care for your skin using purified water and soap, foams and other cosmetics that do not contain alcohol or abrasive (exfoliating) substances.
If pain appears at the injection site, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs can be used. These include Ibuprofen, Paracetamol, Ketanov, Aspirin, Nimesulide. Taking medications must be agreed with your doctor. Uncontrolled use of such drugs can lead to new disorders.
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Side effects
A thread tummy tuck may cause side effects such as bruising and swelling. Even minor damage to the skin can cause this reaction, and when combined with stress, the effect can be intensified. To relieve swelling and bruising, use absorbable ointments and cooling compresses. Avoiding alcohol, spicy, fatty and salty foods, as well as limited consumption of salt, a substance that can retain fluid in the body, will help reduce side effects to a minimum.
If during the procedure the doctor made a mistake (used untreated instruments or inserted a needle into an inappropriate area), consequences such as:
- transmission of mesothread through the skin;
- the formation of a fold that cannot be removed independently;
- change in the appearance of the abdominal area (the abdomen looks asymmetrical);
- the appearance of a tubercle at the injection site;
- local or general infection.
In case of complications, you should contact the specialist who performed the procedure. To avoid unpleasant consequences caused by the unprofessionalism of the master, carefully choose a cosmetology clinic. Do not contact specialists who see patients at home or in poorly equipped premises.
The essence of the procedure
Thread reinforcement began to be made in the middle of the last century.
Then thin gold threads were used and they were installed only on the face. However, with the development of modern self-absorbable materials, their scope has expanded significantly, and they are now used to correct any part of the body. When administered subcutaneously, mesothreads form an additional elastic frame that supports soft tissues. Over time, a shell of connective tissue forms around them, which prolongs the result and increases the elasticity of the skin. Thus, she tightens up and her condition noticeably improves.
Lifting the buttocks and thighs with threads
First, the implanted fibers are inserted under the skin of the thighs and gluteal area in a specific position. It takes about 3 months for fibrous ligaments to form at the fixation points. During this time, the threads become overgrown with connective tissue and take the form of a flexible frame. It supports soft tissue well and prevents skin stretching.
As a result of a buttock lift with threads, the skin and soft tissues are lifted, creating an appetizing roundness of the shape. The surface of the buttocks smooths out and becomes elastic. Cellulite tubercles disappear on the thighs.
Local anesthesia is used to numb the procedure. The recovery period takes only a few days and is easy. After 1.5-2 years, thread lifting on the hips and buttocks should be repeated.
The choice of corrective material remains with the cosmetologist or plastic surgeon. It is based on the patient’s age, the condition of his skin, and takes into account the area of the lift. On our website you can chat with specialists, ask questions, get acquainted with the products, and see photos before and after a buttock lift with threads.
