PATIENT CONSENT
This is an informed consent form that has been prepared to help inform you of the potential benefits and risks of thread lift procedures. It is important that you read this information carefully and discuss fully with your practitioner before proceeding with treatment.
It is also important that you take as much time as you need to consider the treatment carefully, weighing up all your options before reaching an informed decision. It is essential that you are aware of your right to have a second opinion and you are encouraged to ask any questions that come to mind throughout the entirety of the process.
Thread lifts are a minimally invasive alternative to a facelift using naturally resorbable suture materials. Two commonly used thread materials include PDO and PLLA.
1. PDO Threads:
PDO threads are made of Polydioxanone (PDO). They have a dual effect: immediate tightening/lifting of the skin and stimulation of collagen production over 3–6 months. PDO threads are 100% resorbable and degrade into carbon dioxide and water. Types include mono, cog, and screw threads. Mono threads provide a gentle lift, cog threads provide stronger lifting due to barbs, and screw threads provide volume.
2. PLLA Threads:
PLLA threads (e.g. Silhouette Soft) are composed of Poly-L-Lactic Acid. They last up to 12 months and stimulate longer-term collagen production. They dissolve into glucose, carbon dioxide, and water over time.
Thread lifts are used on areas such as the midface, cheeks, eyebrows, nose, neck, and jawline. PDO threads provide stronger immediate lift, while PLLA threads are better for volumisation. Results evolve over 6 months and may last up to 2 years. Top-up treatments may be required.
The procedure involves marking insertion points, applying local anaesthetic, and inserting threads using a needle or blunt cannula. No surgical incisions are required. Multiple threads may be used depending on the desired result.
I understand that results vary between clients and are not guaranteed. More than one treatment session may be required to achieve or maintain results. I understand I will be informed in advance of each session and can change my mind at any stage.
Thread lifts are not a replacement for surgical facelift procedures.
RISKS AND SIDE EFFECTS:
Common risks include temporary pain, swelling, bruising, bleeding, puckering, dimpling, and lumpiness. These usually resolve within 1–2 weeks.
Uncommon risks include infection, prolonged dimpling, thread migration, asymmetry, poor cosmetic outcome, or prolonged discomfort.
Rare risks include allergic reactions, granuloma formation, tissue necrosis, nerve injury, permanent scarring, or facial weakness/paralysis.
I confirm I fully understand the following:
- Aims and expected outcome of the procedure
- Risks of the procedure
- Risks of refusing treatment
- Personal risks specific to me
- Benefits and limitations of treatment
- Alternative options including no treatment
- Uncertainties and likelihood of success
- Possible follow-up treatments
CLINICAL PHOTOS AND VIDEOS:
I consent to clinical photographs and videos being taken and stored in my confidential medical records.
I confirm I have had sufficient opportunity to discuss the procedure, ask questions, and make an informed decision. I consent to the treatment and understand this replaces any previous information given.