- Temporary discomfort and pain - generally lasts for a 2-3 weeks. In a few cases intermittent pain may be experienced for a few months.
- Puckering or dimpling of skin and pleats usually fades within three weeks. (Overcorrection, which settles over 2-3 weeks, is desirable for prolonging the duration of the lift)
- Some patients experience difficulty in opening their mouth widely.
Risks
- Infection of the threads.
- Localized pain.
- Suture reactions with granuloma formation.
- Snapping, migration, extrusion of threads
Recovery
Puckering and pleating may persist for 2-3 weeks. Swelling and bruising however are minimal.
Results
The results generally last for 1-2 years after which more threads will be required to maintain the effect.
The rejuvenating effect may be extremely gratifying especially when used in conjunction with other non-surgical techniques such as Botox and fillers and skin rejuvenation treatments.