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Les Encres Cosmetic Threads Frequently Asked Questions
Is cosmetic threading safe?
Yes, cosmetic threading has been approved by the FDA.
Can I purchase cosmetic threads for home use?
The purchase of Les Encres Cosmetic Threads is available only to licensed medical professionals.
Where can cosmetic threads be used?
Your provider can use cosmetic threads in many applications on the face including the forehead, jowls, aging lines or scars. They can be used on body parts like arms and legs as well.
Are all cosmetic threads the same?
Les Encres Threads has designed our product pouch to resist heat and moisture maintaining product stability and viability. This is a crucial step in quality product delivery. If the contents of the pouches are not diligently protected from heat, light and moisture the chemical compound of the sutures can begin to breakdown and oxidize. By customizing our bag to add an additional layer of protection we are helping maintain the stability and integrity of the thread.
What is a lunchtime facelift?
Midface and neck lifts using PDO threads are often referred to as the “Lunchtime Facelift.” This cosmetic thread treatment offers results without surgery or dermal fillers. Using Les Encres threads, we can lift, tighten and add volume where needed, all in the time it takes you to eat lunch.
How are PDO threads inserted?
During a Les Encres Thread Treatment, a trained, licensed practitioner will place thin threads under the skin through tiny needle sites made in targeted areas. The loose skin is not removed, it is pulled back using the thread ends.
Where can PDO threads be inserted?
Forehead lines, brow droop, frown lines, crow’s feet, dark under eye circles, acne scars, bunny lines, smile lines, lip lines, marionette line, jowls, turkey neck. Upper Arm, Décolleté, Breast Lift, Armpits, Elbows, Love Handles, Abdominals, Thigh lift, buttock lift, knee lift.
Do PDO threads help create collagen?
Collagen is a key element in keeping our skin plump, firm and thick. The thicker the skin, the more defense it has against the tug of gravity. When cosmetic threads are placed, the body thinks it needs to heal the area so it jump-starts the “healing response” and begins the natural production of collagen in that area. The increase of collagen means firmer, smoother skin.
Are PDO threads visible under the skin?
Cosmetic threads are surgical sutures inserted under the skin using a small needle. Threading these sutures under the skin allows us to use the exposed thread end to pull the loose skin taut, leaving the thread in your soft tissue invisible to the naked eye. Les Encres Cosmetic Threads dissolve completely leaving behind new, healthy collagen in their place.
How do I choose a provider for a threadlift?
Only trained and licensed practitioners can conduct Les Encres threadlift procedures. Verify your practitioner has a certificate of completion for threadlift procedures and that your provider is using FDA approved threads purchased from a reputable distributor.
Are cosmetic threads painful?
The treatment itself is nearly pain free. Patients do report feeling slight discomfort for a few days following the treatment, but the healing typically does not keep you from your normal daily routine.
Are cosmetic threads done in the hospital?
No. The treatment requires minimal local anesthetic and is safely completed by a licensed professional in their office.
How do I get rid of saggy skin?
Les Encres Cosmetic Threads can help reduce the appearance of cellulite on the buttocks and thighs, smooth out the décolleté, provide slight lift to the breasts and knees, minimize sagging on the upper arms (batwings), chin and neck, and reduce the appearance of nasal-facial folds and marionette lines.
How do I get rid of scars?
Les Encres Cosmetic Threads can help reduce the appearance of cellulite on the buttocks and thighs, smooth out the décolleté, provide slight lift to the breasts and knees, minimize sagging on the upper arms (batwings), chin and neck, and reduce the appearance of nasal-facial folds and marionette lines.
How do I get rid of cellulite?
Les Encres Cosmetic Threads can help reduce the appearance of cellulite on the buttocks and thighs, smooth out the décolleté, provide slight lift to the breasts and knees, minimize sagging on the upper arms (batwings), chin and neck, and reduce the appearance of nasal-facial folds and marionette lines.
How long until I see results?
You will be able to see the changes a little lift can make during and immediately following treatment. If treatment is in smaller areas and kick-starting collagen production, it will take about eight weeks to see noticeable effects of treatment. You will see increased benefits for the next few months as well.
How long do the results last?
The more youthful look achieved by Les Encres Cosmetic Threads can last anywhere from 18 months to 4 years depending on treatment area and type of thread used. Individual results will vary.