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Sagging of the jawline and neck
When the supporting tissues relax, the jawline loses definition, marionette lines appear and the neck sags. In mild and moderate cases the medical treatment seeks to support the tissues and stimulate collagen.
Treatments we offer
Tensor threads
Tensor threads are fine sutures made of biocompatible, absorbable materials (mainly polydioxanone or PDO, poly-L-lactic acid and polycaprolactone) placed under the skin with needles or cannulas. They are used for mild to moderate laxity of the face and neck, with a twofold aim: to support the tissues and to stimulate collagen production along the thread.
Types of threads
Smooth threads: without barbs; used for skin quality on the lips, under-eye area, neck and décolletage.
Barbed threads: with small barbs that hold the tissue; used on the cheeks, mouth corners, chin and neck.
Bidirectional threads: with barbs in two directions, for the jawline and double chin.
Areas treated
Laxity of the middle and lower face (cheeks, mouth corners, jawline), neck, tail of the eyebrow, double chin and décolletage. The doctor assesses other indications during the consultation.
The procedure
It is done in the consulting room under local anaesthesia and lasts between 30 and 60 minutes. There may be swelling, mild bruising and discomfort for 5 to 10 days; the doctor advises when to resume usual activities.
What to expect
Changes are assessed over the following 4 to 6 weeks. As a guide, PDO threads last between 6 and 12 months and poly-L-lactic acid or polycaprolactone threads somewhat longer. Like any medical procedure, it can carry risks and side effects, which the doctor explains before the informed consent is signed.