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Feather lift (Aptos threads lifting)

Thread lifting is commonly performed at plastic surgicentre in Doha, Qatar.

What is “Aptos-Lift” ?
The “Feather-Lift” is a non-surgical approach to facial lifting utilizing the patented “Aptos® threads”.

What are “Aptos® Threads” ?
The Aptos® threads” are made of a monofiliment material called “polypropylene”. Aptos® threads are designed with directional cogs. Once inserted under the skin, The Aptos® thread cogs will form a support structure for the tissue of the face.

Who is the best candidate ?
Patients with:

Drooping of the soft tissue of the face and neck.
Weakly pronounced aesthetic contours.
Flaccid, flat face.
Premature aging and sun damaged face.

Is it hard to perform ?
This procedure is safe, quick and easy to perform. Performed under local anesthesia and if desired, light IV sedation, the patient remains awake and alert. Using a needle, the Aptos® threads are inserted into the subcutaneous fat, at a required depth, along the contours that were previously marked.

How does the “Aptos-Lift” differ from conventional face lift ?
No scars.
Minimal discomfort.
Quick recovery, patients may return to work in less than a week.
Uniform gathering and even lifting of the soft tissues for a new volumetric contour of the face.

 

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