Medical rhinoplasty with threads involves reshaping specific areas of the nose using resorbable threads inserted beneath the skin. These threads, typically made of PDO (polydioxanone) or PLA (polylactic acid), are designed to stimulate collagen production in the treated area, providing a lifting and reshaping effect.
Medical rhinoplasty with threads is a widely used non-surgical technique in aesthetic medicine that allows for reshaping and correcting the nose’s appearance without surgery. This method is less invasive than traditional rhinoplasty and offers a quick, scar-free solution for minor aesthetic nose
corrections.
Thanks to threads, it is possible to correct certain nasal imperfections, such as a small bump or a drooping nasal tip.
The results are natural, harmonious, and immediately visible.
Medical rhinoplasty with threads can be used to treat different areas of the nose. This method is particularly effective for mild to moderate aesthetic corrections.
It is important to understand that this method is not suitable for all nose types, and results may vary. For more visible and longer-lasting results, it is often combined with traditional medical rhinoplasty using hyaluronic acid injections.
The areas of the nose that can be treated are :
• Nasal tip : if the nasal tip is drooping or lacks definition, threads can be used to elevate and refine its shape, giving it a more harmonious appearance. This technique allows for tip correction without invasive surgery.
• Nasal bridge : the nasal bridge can be corrected with threads to smooth small bumps or irregularities. This treatment is particularly suited for patients who wish to eliminate minor imperfections and achieve a straighter bridge.
• Nasal base : for individuals with a wide or asymmetrical nasal base, threads can be used to refine the width and enhance nasal symmetry.
Threads are inserted using fine needles into strategic areas of the nose, such as the tip or bridge. Once in place, these threads create mechanical traction, allowing for tissue repositioning. They also stimulate collagen production over time, helping to improve skin firmness and maintain the reshaped structure of the nose.
Medical rhinoplasty with threads is a non-surgical procedure designed to reshape the nose without surgery.
It is performed under local anesthesia and involves inserting resorbable threads, typically made of polydioxanone (PDO), under the nasal skin using a fine needle.
During an initial consultation, Dr. Romano evaluates whether this technique is suitable based on the patient’s anatomy. As previously mentioned, its indications are limited, and in some cases, traditional medical rhinoplasty or surgical rhinoplasty remain the only viable options.
After a thorough disinfection and local anesthesia, the threads are strategically placed to reshape and lift certain areas of the nose, such as the tip or bridge, creating a lifting effect. The threads generate tension, which redefines the nasal contours. The procedure typically lasts between 15 and 30 minutes, is almost painless, and involves a short recovery period with minimal or no side effects.
After the procedure, the patient is invited for a follow-up appointment a few weeks later. This allows the doctor to check how well the threads have integrated and ensure the results meet expectations. If necessary, minor adjustments can be made.
Although medical rhinoplasty with thread lifts is a minimally invasive procedure, it is essential to follow specific post-treatment guidelines to optimize results and prevent complications.
• Avoid excessive heat exposure (saunas, steam rooms) and UV rays for the first few days after the procedure.
• Avoid pressing or massaging the nose to prevent displacement of the threads. However, light touching is allowed.
• Avoid taking anti-inflammatory medications for one week.
• Do not engage in intense physical activities for 48 hours after the procedure.
• Wearing glasses is not strictly prohibited, but it is advised to avoid them for one week if possible.
Medical rhinoplasty with thread lifts offers several advantages compared to traditional surgical rhinoplasty.
• Non-surgical and scar-free procedure : unlike surgical rhinoplasty, nose thread lift requires no incisions, meaning no scars. The threads are inserted using fine needles without opening the nose, making the procedure far less invasive. This allows patients to avoid the risks and complications associated with surgery.
• Immediate and long-lasting results : one of the key benefits of threads is that results are visible immediately after the session. The nose is instantly lifted or reshaped according to the patient’s aesthetic goals. Additionally, the effects continue to improve over the following months due to the stimulation of collagen production. The duration of the results ranges between 12 and 18 months.
• No social downtime : after a medical rhinoplasty with threads, patients can resume their normal activities immediately upon leaving the clinic. Unlike surgery, which often requires several days of recovery, this method involves no social downtime. Minor bruising or swelling may appear but typically disappears within a few days.
• Natural and personalized results : threads provide a natural outcome, subtly adjusting the nose’s shape without drastic modifications. Each treatment is customized based on the patient’s morphology and aesthetic preferences.
The results of medical rhinoplasty with threads are immediately visible after treatment. The nose appears more lifted, harmonious, and well-defined. However, the results continue to improve in the weeks following the procedure as the threads gradually stimulate collagen production in the treated area.
Medical rhinoplasty with threads can correct several aesthetic imperfections, including :
• Lifting the nasal tip for a drooping nasal tip.
• Smoothing small bumps on the nasal bridge.
• Improving nasal symmetry.
• Refining the nose.
This method is particularly effective for those seeking a subtle enhancement rather than a radical transformation.
The effects of nose threads lift can last between 12 and 18 months, depending on the type of threads used and the patient’s individual response. The threads are resorbable, meaning they naturally degrade within the body over time. However, the lifting and reshaping effects persist due to collagen production stimulated by the threads.
After 12 to 18 months, a touch-up session can be performed to extend the effects of the treatment. Touch-ups allow patients to maintain their results without waiting for the threads to fully dissolve. The treatment can be renewed as needed, depending on the patient’s aesthetic goals and the evolution of their nose.
| Type of consultation | Generally practiced rates |
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Threads
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750 CHF per session |
Patient reviews on thread lift rhinoplasty are highly positive.
Many patients are satisfied with the immediate results and the natural appearance of their nose after the treatment. The absence of scars and the lack of a long recovery period are also key advantages, attracting those who wish to subtly modify the shape of their nose without undergoing invasive surgery.
Patients note that the procedure is minimally painful, thanks to the use of fine needles and, in some cases, an optional anesthetic cream.
Most testimonials describe the results as harmonious and aligned with their aesthetic expectations.
La durabilité des fils tenseurs dépend de facteurs individuels tels que l’épaisseur de la peau et les mouvements faciaux. Une technique inappropriée peut également affecter leur tenue.
Les résultats d’un lifting du nez avec fils PDO durent généralement entre 6 et 12 mois.
Il est recommandé de dormir sur le dos, la tête légèrement surélevée, pendant quelques jours après la procédure pour éviter toute pression sur le nez.
Correctement placés, les fils tenseurs ne sont pas visibles. Cependant, une mauvaise technique peut entraîner des irrégularités ou une visibilité sous la peau.
Les fils tenseurs résorbables se dissolvent naturellement. Si un retrait est nécessaire, cela peut être effectuée sous anesthésie locale.
The services described on this website apply to Swiss territory; there are differences between countries.
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