Composite Thread Lift Technique – Deep rejuvenation

  • 中文名稱:韓士秘特拉提線。
  • 英文名稱:HansBiomed MINT Polydioxanone Absorbable Thread。
  • 衛部醫器輸字034782號。

The composite thread lift technique improves the softening of tissues caused by aging. Through legally approved materials, techniques, and specialist doctors, the threads are placed into multiple tissue layers. The minimally invasive procedure lifts and supports sagging skin. For those not interested in full facelift surgery and longer recovery times, the composite thread lift technique is a treatment option that is minimally invasive with natural-looking results.

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院內案例介紹

上述二位院內案例為賴弘國醫師的複合式埋線分享,藉由100%合法安全拉提線材MINT LIFT拉提線產品,搭配少量的玻尿酸定點拉提施打,改善隨時間老化產生的嘴邊肉、雙下巴、法令紋、木偶紋等鬆垮狀態,達到位移組織復位,不僅免開刀,更藉由微創技術塑造完美輪廓線條。

MINT拉提線介紹

專利線材韓士秘特MINT LIFT拉提線,為近期美國FDA及台灣TFDA都核准通過新一代埋線線材,韓士秘特拉提線(俗稱神力拉提):MINT LIFT(Minimal Invasive Nonsurgical Thread Lift),不但合法核可使用於臉部肌膚拉提,秘特線材本身擁有多項特色及專利,目前穩霸韓國及多國的 線材市佔率,於2021年11月在台核准上市。MINT LIFT 神力拉提非常重視安全與合法,不僅得到大先進國家專利認證製成技術,也是目前全球唯一擁有美國FDA、台灣衛福部TFDA認證以及七國認證的臉部拉提線材 ,一體成型的專利印壓技術,經實驗證明,神力拉提力道多於傳統切割線材400%,讓變美更安全又有效。

韓士秘特拉提線(俗稱神力拉提)拉提線本身的材質是安全可吸收的聚對二氧環已酮(PDO),在進行埋線拉提療程時,由專業醫師透過醫療器械將神力拉提線材植入皮下的筋膜層,根據醫師專業評估將線材埋入合適的位置並視需求做排列組合。韓士秘特拉提線材本身一體成型,不易斷裂,是獲得專利的壓印製模工藝,其特殊的360度螺旋定位、3D立體倒鉤提供強大的固定力與引張力,讓拉提效果更穩固持久,韓士秘特拉提線(俗稱神力拉提)具有世界十個國家的專利,能帶領我們從普遍常用的淺層拉皮進入更深層的深度拉皮,面部物理性拉提的力量比電波拉皮、音波拉提來的更直接、更持久,因而鬆弛下垮的臉部組織及紋路上提緊實的效果更明顯可見。

What materials are used for the threads?

There are a number of products approved for legal use in the Taiwan area. These include Silhouette Sutures, Stratafix, V-Loc, Quill, and Miracle Thread, which have all long been in clinical use and are safe choices for consumers. Some of their characteristics are listed below.

Product Descriptions

Silhouette Instalift was designed and is manufactured in the US with approvals from both the USFDA and Taiwan FDA. Its many unique qualities include: Silhouette Instalift is the first material approved by the Taiwan FDA for lifting; it is 100% absorbable; it has bidirectional conical shapes on the thread; it is highly compatible with skin tissues; it is safe and not commonly rejected by the skin; and swelling post-procedure is minimal, lasting a few hours to 1 day before full recovery. 

Miracle Thread is used in a procedure that is known as a thread lift or a minimally invasive thread lift. In order to resist the effects of gravity, a patented absorbable thread is implanted into the skin in the opposite direction to which the muscles grow. The barbed threads unidirectionally gather the tissue, while both ends are knotted to secure them in place. PDO is a violet-colored suture. The material contains D&C violet #2 polyester, poly(p-dioxanone), with a chemical formula of C4H6O3. When being absorbed by the skin, there is a slight reaction to the polydioxanone polymer. The most important aspects of Miracle Thread’s ability to be absorbed by the body are primarily how it maintains tension and the speed at which it is absorbed.

Stratafix is a brand of antibacterial knotless sutures. Its most striking feature is the symmetrical fishbone-shaped barbs which greatly enhance the tensile strength and pull of the thread. Compared to other barbed threads, the barbs on Stratafix are less sharp and irritating to the subcutaneous tissues, resulting in less soreness and swelling after implantation under the skin.

These threads have one other unique quality: during the manufacturing process they are coated with a layer of dissolvable antibacterial triclosan. According to international clinical studies, triclosan is effective at suppressing the growth of Staphylococcus and E. Coli for up to 11-23 days after being implanted into the body. With approval from the WHO as a hygienic material, Stratafix can substantially reduce infections and avoid autoimmune issues.

The barbed V-Loc 180 is used for repairing soft tissue. With an absorbable polysaccharide lactide material, it is used for sutures in surgery. V-Loc is legal medical material produced in the U.S. A lift using V-Loc is a minor procedure that doesn’t require the use of general anesthetic or any incisions. It is a minimally invasive treatment for lifting and tightening the face. The procedure works by using absorbable barbed threads that are implanted into subcutaneous tissues.

Quill is a thread that is absorbable by the human body. It is implanted under the skin along the hairline of the forehead or behind the ears to provide support via a minimally invasive procedure. Quill has small barbs that lift and tighten loose and sagging skin for an immediate effect. The incisions used to implant Quill are about the size of a needlepoint, resulting in a fast recovery, while the thread itself is absorbable by the human body, so no follow-up for removal is necessary. The face is left looking firmer without leaving any scars.

Lecture overseas by facial contouring specialist Dr. Michael Lai

Dr. Lai had the honor of being invited by medical companies to give a lecture alongside internationally renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Mauricio de Maio. Together they spoke about cosmetic medicine and the expression of emotions, the secret to beauty, and non-surgical cosmetic procedures. It was a milestone event for cosmetic medicine in Taiwan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Thread lifts are best suited for those with mild to moderate softening and sagging of the facial skin who want quicker results than those offered by ultrasound or radiofrequency lift therapies. Aside from this, these patients would like to have prolonged stimulation of collagen production while being able to accept minor incisions and a short period of recovery.

  • seeking results similar to those of a surgical face lift.
  • Those who cannot accept a short period of recovery — after treatment there may be some bruising and small incision sites that require a few days to heal.
  • Those with excessively sunken cheeks are recommended to first consider undergoing treatments with fillers.
  • It is recommended not to undergo any procedures if the treatment site is infected.
  • Discuss with your doctor and be well informed on expected results and limits of treatment.
  • On the day of the procedure, do not apply makeup or wear any jewelry or contact lenses.
  • The night before the procedure, be sure to get ample sleep and do not stay up late.
  • Treatment is not recommended for pregnant women or those with diabetes or acute cardiovascular disease.
  • Please inform your doctor if your skin is prone to scarring or keloids. 
  • Avoid drinking alcohol, smoking, and heavy foods for 2 days prior to treatment.
  • Avoid excessively large facial expressions for 1 week after treatment to prevent pulling on the skin.
  • Avoid excessive massaging or stimulation of the treatment site for 1 week after treatment.
  • Avoid hot environments, such as spas and saunas, for 1 week after treatment.
  • Avoid drinking, smoking, and spicy or irritating foods for 3 days after treatment.
  • Treated areas may experience redness and swelling. This can be alleviated with cold compresses.
  • Depending on the patient, treated areas may experience some bruising. This will fade within 1 week.
  • If you have any questions following treatment, please be sure to consult with our clinic. Do not apply any creams without first consulting a doctor.

A small reminder from L’Excellence:

The information and images on this page are only for the provision of medical information. All photos published are sampled from the clinic’s patients with their permission. 

All treatments come with some risk, and results are subject to vary according to individuals. Please consult with a physician for a personalized assessment of treatments and possible improvements.