Before Your Procedure

Dr. Kunal Sayani's team will provide you with detailed pre-procedure instructions, which typically include:

• Avoiding blood-thinning medications (like aspirin, ibuprofen, certain herbal supplements) for a specified period to minimize bruising.
• Refraining from alcohol for at least 24-48 hours before the procedure.
• Arriving with a clean, makeup-free face.

The Thread Lift Procedure

A Thread Lift is typically performed in the clinic under local anesthesia, ensuring your comfort throughout the process. The procedure usually takes between 30 minutes to an hour, depending on the number of threads and areas being treated.

Procedure Steps:

• Preparation and Numbing: The treatment areas on your face or neck are thoroughly cleansed and sterilized.
  Dr. Kunal Sayani will then meticulously mark the entry and exit points for the threads, as well as the vectors (directions) in which the lift will occur. This is a critical step that defines the aesthetic outcome.
  Local anesthetic is injected at the entry points and along the planned thread pathways to ensure the procedure is as comfortable as possible.
• Thread Insertion: Using a fine cannula (a blunt-tipped needle) or a sharp needle, Dr. Kunal Sayani carefully inserts the dissolvable threads into the subcutaneous fat layer beneath the skin.
  The threads, which have tiny cogs, barbs, or cones, are guided along the predetermined vectors. As the cannula/needle is withdrawn, the cogs/barbs grip the underlying tissue.
  Dr. Sayani then gently manipulates the threads to lift and reposition the sagging skin, creating an immediate tightening and lifting effect. The number and type of threads used will depend on the area and the desired degree of lift.
• Anchoring and Trimming: Once the desired lift is achieved, the ends of the threads are trimmed and secured just beneath the skin's surface, making them completely invisible.
  The tiny entry points typically do not require sutures and heal quickly.

Commonly Treated Areas by Dr. Kunal Sayani

• Mid-face and Cheeks: Lifting sagging cheeks and restoring volume.
• Jowls: Reducing the appearance of jowls and redefining the jawline.
• Eyebrows: Lifting the outer brow for a more open and youthful eye appearance.
• Neck: Tightening loose skin on the neck and reducing 'turkey neck' appearance.
• Nasolabial Folds & Marionette Lines: Softening these lines by lifting surrounding tissue.
• Under-eye Area: Some specialized threads can be used for subtle tightening around the eyes.

Dr. Kunal Sayani's expertise ensures that each thread is strategically placed to maximize the lift, enhance your natural contours, and stimulate long-term collagen production, resulting in a gradual and enduring rejuvenation.

Recovery & Aftercare (Post-Op Instructions): Your Path to Healing and Rejuvenation with Dr. Kunal Sayani

One of the significant advantages of a Thread Lift at Dr. Kunal Sayani's clinic in Mumbai is the relatively quick recovery compared to surgical facelifts. While individual experiences may vary, adhering strictly to Dr. Kunal Sayani's post-operative instructions is crucial for optimal results and a smooth healing process.

Risks & Safety: Dr. Kunal Sayani's Commitment to Patient Well-being in Thread Lifts

At Dr. Kunal Sayani's clinic in Mumbai, patient safety is our utmost priority. While a Thread Lift is a minimally invasive procedure, it is still a medical intervention and carries some inherent risks and potential side effects. A thorough understanding of these is essential, and Dr. Kunal Sayani will discuss them in detail during your comprehensive consultation.

Common (Temporary) Side Effects:

• Swelling: Mild to moderate swelling in the treated areas.
• Bruising: Can occur at the entry points or along the thread pathways.
• Tenderness/Soreness: Discomfort in the treated areas.
• Mild Pain: Managed with over-the-counter pain relievers.
• Dimpling or Puckering: Temporary skin irregularities that usually resolve as the threads settle and swelling subsides.
• Mild Asymmetry: Slight differences between treated sides, which can often be corrected.

Less Common (but possible) Side Effects:

• Infection: Although rare with sterile techniques, it's a potential risk with any procedure that breaks the skin barrier.
• Thread Visibility: In individuals with very thin skin, the threads might be subtly visible or palpable, which is rare with proper technique by Dr. Kunal Sayani.
• Thread Extrusion: Extremely rare, where a thread end might poke through the skin. This usually requires removal of the thread.
• Nerve Damage: Very rare, temporary or, in extremely rare cases, permanent nerve irritation or damage, leading to numbness or weakness.
• Allergic Reaction: Rare, as threads are made from biocompatible, absorbable materials.
• Inflammation/Granulomas: Rare inflammatory reaction to the threads.
• Migration/Displacement of Threads: Threads can rarely shift if post-procedure instructions are not followed, leading to an uneven result.
• Lack of Desired Result: While Dr. Kunal Sayani strives for optimal outcomes, the degree of lift can vary. Significant sagging may require a surgical facelift for truly dramatic results.

Minimizing Risks with Dr. Kunal Sayani:

• Extensive Training & Experience: Dr. Sayani possesses a deep understanding of facial anatomy, advanced thread lift techniques, and patient safety protocols, crucial for effective and safe treatments.
• Proper Patient Selection: Thorough medical history review and facial assessment to ensure you are a suitable candidate and identify any contraindications.
• High-Quality, CE-Approved Threads: Only uses reputable, clinically proven, and safety-tested dissolvable threads from trusted manufacturers.
• Sterile Environment & Techniques: Procedures performed in a fully equipped, sterile clinic setting with strict adherence to aseptic protocols to prevent infection.
• Anatomical Precision: Meticulous marking and precise insertion of threads, guided by a deep understanding of facial anatomy to avoid vital structures.
• Personalized Treatment Plan: Tailoring the type, number, and placement of threads to your specific facial structure and aesthetic goals.
• Detailed Pre- and Post-Procedure Instructions: Providing clear guidance to patients to minimize risks and optimize healing and results.
• Skilled Management of Complications: Being equipped to identify and manage any potential complications, however rare.