Key Points of the Treatment

How the Treatment Works

Following a detailed consultation, you will have the option to proceed with the treatment. The procedure takes approximately 30-60 minutes and is performed under local anesthesia. You can leave our practice immediately after the treatment and resume your daily activities. In some cases, minor swelling may occur after the lift.

Post-Treatment Care

If swelling occurs after the treatment, it may be advisable to take anti-inflammatory medication for two to three days. During this time, avoid rubbing the skin. Refrain from physical activities, especially contact sports, sauna visits, and dental treatments, for about three weeks after the lift. Avoid strong facial movements such as laughing or yawning for up to two weeks.

How Long the Effect Lasts

The threads dissolve completely over the course of a year. However, the collagen formed as a result of the threads' presence ensures that the skin remains firm even after the threads have dissolved. In some cases, the skin stays significantly firmer for several years. As this varies based on individual factors, we recommend refreshing the treatment periodically to prolong the effects.

Special Features of Thread Lifting

Thread lifting is a particularly gentle method of skin tightening, especially effective for facial treatments. The lifting effect is visible immediately after treatment, with additional benefits from increased collagen production occurring during the resorption phase. This ensures a long-lasting effect and helps slow down the natural aging of the skin.

The Different Types of Thread Lifting in Hamburg

From around the mid-20s, the connective tissue begins to lose its firmness, making the skin less taut. This is particularly noticeable on the face. Sagging cheeks and eyebrows can be effectively corrected with a thread lift. At Traumpraxis am Alstertor in Hamburg, we also offer specialized thread lifts for fox eyes, cat eyes, and Bella Eyes.

Lifting Sagging Cheeks with a Thread Lift

The cheeks are often one of the first areas on the face where signs of aging become visible. As the connective tissue loses strength, the skin begins to sag, resulting in "sagging cheeks." A thread lift can tighten the skin, reducing the sagging and restoring a more youthful appearance. The ongoing support of collagen formation in the treated region also helps to slow down further skin aging.

Eyebrow Thread Lift

The skin under the eyebrows and around the eyes is particularly reliant on stable connective tissue. As this tissue loses firmness with age, the eyebrows become less expressive, leading to an older and more tired appearance. A thread lift can tighten the skin under the eyebrows, lifting them to create a more alert and youthful facial expression.

Fox Eyes with a Thread Lift

Fox eyes have become one of the biggest beauty trends in recent years. Raised eyebrows make the eyes appear larger, which is both attractive and youthful. A thread lift can stabilize this effect for an extended period, making it less necessary to apply makeup to achieve the fox eyes look.

Cat Eyes Fadenlifting

Cat eyes are considered alluring and sexy. The elongated eyelid line, central to this makeup technique, can be enhanced and emphasized with a thread lift. By tightening and lifting the eyebrows and eyes with threads, the mysterious feline look is preserved. The effect lasts around a year, gradually diminishing as the threads dissolve.

Bella Eyes with Thread Lifting

Bella Eyes are characterized by a special curve of the eyebrows. This look can be accentuated with a thread lift. By tightening the skin around the eyebrows in the desired direction, a permanent Bella Eyes effect is achieved that lasts for about a year.

Why Choose a Thread Lift at Traumpraxis for Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery?

Traumpraxis am Alstertor in Hamburg is the go-to location for thread lifts in Hamburg. Whether you are aiming for a specific look or want to counteract the signs of aging, you are in good hands with us. Our experienced specialists provide detailed consultations before treatment and inform you about suitable alternatives. With empathy and expertise, we ensure you feel comfortable in the modern and attractive ambiance of our practice.

Thread Lifting: Gentle and Outpatient

Thread lifts are considered a particularly gentle form of skin tightening. In this minimally invasive procedure, thin, absorbable threads are fixed under the skin using injection syringes. The threads exert mechanical tension on the skin through fine barbs, creating the desired tautness. The procedure is performed on an outpatient basis in our practice and is extremely low-risk. Local anesthesia ensures a relaxed and comfortable experience during the lift. Unlike other lifting methods, thread lifts do not require any incisions in the skin, meaning there are no scars as a result of the treatment. Temporary skin irritation may occur in some cases as a side effect, but the threads used in thread lifts today dissolve completely within a year. This means no foreign bodies remain under the skin afterward. In addition to providing mechanical lifting, the threads also promote natural collagen formation in the skin, helping to slow down the natural aging process. This means that the need for further treatments can be postponed. The materials used to produce the threads are generally well-tolerated by the body (apart from possible allergic reactions), preventing long-term skin irritation and similar reactions. The degradation products from the threads are easily processed and excreted by the body.

Thread Lifting or Muscle Relaxant? Pros and Cons

Muscle relaxants such as botulinum toxin (Botox) are often used to treat wrinkles. Botox prevents the skin from moving in the treated areas, thereby preventing the formation of new wrinkles. However, thread lifts can treat wrinkles that are less pronounced compared to relaxants. The options for tightening the skin using fine threads are more limited in some areas. Still, thread lifting, particularly for areas around the eyes like eyebrow lifting, is attractive for older patients due to its gentle nature. Thread lifting does not restrict facial expressions, making it a favorable option. We will be happy to advise you individually on the pros and cons of different treatment approaches to ensure the best possible outcome.

What Are the Risks of a Thread Lift?

Thread lifting is a very gentle procedure with minimal risks. Apart from slight skin irritation, there are usually no side effects. In some cases, allergic reactions may occur. As a specialist practice, we will assess whether this applies to you during our detailed consultation prior to the lift. In very rare cases, inflammation can occur at the injection sites, but this can be quickly treated with anti-inflammatory medication.