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Lifting / Laxity · Brow ptosis

Pdo PCL PLLA thread lifting evidence for Brow ptosis

D 34.1 / 100 Supported 0 RCT/meta · 0 clinical/observational · 4 case · 8 total
Insufficient evidence

There is not yet enough PubMed evidence for this combination. The procedure exists, but research on this indication may be scarce.

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Median year 2023 Last 5 years 75% Positive results 50%

Known in Korea as

돌기실모노실민트실압토스잼버실LSCO아이쓰레드맞춤 실리프팅실루엣 Fit실루엣 소프트

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Key papers

tier3 Anatomical perspectives of brow-lifting using threads: Clinical cases with techniques. Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2024 · PMID 39135300

Abstract summary (English) INTRODUCTION: Tailoring surgical interventions to target age-related transformations is paramount. Many candidates seeking blepharoplasty commonly exhibit eyebrow ptosis, underscoring the necessity for surgeons to possess a comprehensive understanding of techniques for brow and forehead rejuvenation. METHODS: Various surgical techniques are available for eyebrow and forehead enhancement, contrasting the standardized...

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tier3 AVF of superficial temporal vessels after thread brow lift, report of a case. Radiology case reports · 2023 · PMID 37388255

Abstract summary (English) This report presents iatrogenic arteriovenous fistula of superficial temporal vessels after thread brow lift, which emphasizes on consideration of such rare complications during the procedure. A young woman presented with pulsatile mass of scalp after tread brow lift. Color Doppler and duplex sonography of the mass revealed an AVF (arteriovenous fistula) of superficial temporal vessels, a complication that in a few...

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tier3 Lifting the Lower Face With an Absorbable Polydioxanone (PDO) Thread. Journal of drugs in dermatology : JDD · 2017 · PMID 28915290

Abstract summary (English) Traditional rejuvenation techniques include chemical peels, rhytidectomy of the skin, laser resurfacing, injection of dermal fillers and neurotoxins, and invasive surgical procedures. Patients with brow ptosis, jowl formation, and deepening nasolabial folds currently seek antiaging procedures with no incisions and minimal downtime such as thread-lifting with barbed sutures. The present report describes a case in...

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tier3 Restoring facial symmetry through non-surgical cosmetic procedures after permanent facial paralysis: a case report. Acta dermatovenerologica Alpina, Pannonica, et Adriatica · 2017 · PMID 28632885

Abstract summary (English) Facial nerve paralysis can occur due to infection, inflammation, trauma, surgery, and tumors. It leads to facial asymmetry, impaired oral competence, articulation deficits, and psychological problems. Treatment options include physical therapy, static slings, nerve and muscle transfers, blepharoplasty, brow lift, and chemodenervation with botulinum toxin.

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tier_other Brow Lifting with Poly-L-Lactic Acid (PLLA) and Polylactide/Glycolide (PGA), Resorbable and Coned Threads. Aesthetic plastic surgery · 2025 · PMID 40855019

Abstract summary (English) INTRODUCTION: Facial thread lifting is currently very popular as a minimally invasive procedure. This retrospective study assesses the clinical efficacy of PLLA/PLGA coned threads used in patients who underwent thread brow lifting. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Forty-two patients with mild-to-moderate brow ptosis were treated with PLLA/PLGA coned threads for brow lifting as an outpatient procedure.

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tier_other Is it possible to obtain long-lasting results with thread lift in the brow region? Introduction of a new suspension technique and evaluation of 50 patients. Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2023 · PMID 36762403

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND: Eyebrow region is a dynamic region, and it has a thinner skin prone to wrinkles and sagging. Descended brows could be repositioned immediately with fewer complications by the use of the threads. Despite all its advantages, the main drawback of absorbable thread lift is its short duration of lifting effect.

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tier_other Eyebrow lifting with barbed threads: A simple, safe, and effective ambulatory procedure. Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2022 · PMID 35441792

Abstract summary (English) INTRODUCTION: Changes in brow positioning are one of the first facial aging signs. A more beautiful and younger look can be achieved by repositioning the tissues involved in brow descent and sagging eyelids. METHODS: We report the outcome of eyebrow thread lifting in a series of patients who came to our clinic to improve their gaze.

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tier_other Brow gliding: A new non-surgical concept for almond upturned eyes. Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2022 · PMID 35880467

Abstract summary (English) BACKGROUND: The eyes are one of the most prominent features of the face. To date, a vast majority of procedures have been described for periorbital rejuvenation. Among them, non-surgical threading is an alternative and minimally invasive technique.

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