Kiko Kono, M.D.
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Graduated from Kawasaki Medical School. Worked as a dermatologist for about 20 years at core hospitals. After many years of experience and achievements, he became a cosmetic dermatologist. His practice style is to examine the skin thoroughly and pursue what is happening where on the skin and approach the problem. Her specialties include customized treatment, laser treatment, Botox, and skin growth injections. In her private life, she is a mother of two children.
Thread lifts, which offer immediate results and relatively little downtime, have become an increasingly popular cosmetic procedure in recent years. In this article, we’ll explain why thread lifts are recommended for sagging skin and a loss of definition along the jawline.
The Cause of "Sagging"! Is It Related to the Skin's Foundation?
One of the skin concerns that tends to become more noticeable with age is “sagging.” Common concerns related to sagging include “nasolabial folds,” “jowls (fat around the mouth),” and “sagging along the jawline.” Such,The Cause of Sagging Is the Skin's Foundation...is a factor. The skin is composed of five layers: the epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous fat, muscle, and bone. As we age, bone atrophy and skin sagging occur. When the balance among these five layers is disrupted, “sagging” occurs...
Thread lifts are recommended for treating “sagging”!
Thread lifts are a recommended treatment for those concerned about sagging skin, such as “nasolabial folds,” “jowls,” and “sagging along the jawline.” A thread lift involves inserting threads with special barbs (cogs) under the skin to firmly tighten the skin from its underlying structure. One of the key features of a thread lift is that it provides an immediate lifting effect. By tightening and reshaping the skin’s underlying structure, a thread lift is an ideal treatment for both preventing and treating sagging skin.
Could Thread Lifts Also Be Effective in Preventing Future Sagging!?
Thread lifts do more than just address existing sagging. One of their major appeals is that they can also help prevent future sagging. The stimulation from the inserted threads promotes the long-term production of collagen and elastin deep within the skin. By doing so,This helps improve skin elasticity and firmness, which in turn helps slow the progression of sagging.。
Another appealing aspect of thread lifts is their ability to address the effects of gravity that become more pronounced with age. By using thread lifts to lift skin that has sagged due to gravity, you can slow down the signs of aging and aim for “slow aging,” which helps maintain both health and beauty.
YAYOI CLINIC offers two types of thread lifts!
Thread lifts are known for their lifting effects. Here, we’ll introduce the thread lift treatments available at YAYOI CLINIC: “V-line lift" and "artemis drift"I'll introduce..."
〈V-Line Lift〉
The V-Line Lift is a thread lift developed in South Korea, a country known for its advanced cosmetic procedures.Characterized by its strong lifting and firming power, it helps build a skin foundation that resists saggingThis treatment is recommended for first-time thread lift patients because the procedure time is short and the scars are barely noticeable.
〈Artemis Lift〉
Artemis Lift is,A Revolutionary Thread Lift Tailored to the Skeletal Structure and Needs of Japanese People. It is known for its skin-tightening effects and is a popular choice for those who want to achieve a more defined jawline.
At YAYOI CLINIC, we also offer treatments that combine two types of threads. Following a consultation with a physician, we will recommend the most suitable threads based on the degree of sagging, as well as your bone structure and body type. In addition to the options mentioned above, we also offer the Teslift, which features a 3D mesh design and is expected to provide a highly effective and long-lasting lifting effect.
Prices for Thread Lifts Available at YAYOI CLINIC
The cost of a thread lift varies depending on the number of threads used.. Generally speaking, the price increases as the number of threads goes from 1 to 4, and then to 10, but the cost per thread tends to decrease as the number of threads increases.
For thread lift treatments, visit YAYOI CLINIC
Thread lifts are effective for sagging along the jawline, nasolabial folds, and other issues, such as,Cosmetic Procedures to Address Age-Related SaggingNot only can you expect immediate results, but the fact that it helps prevent sagging in the future is another appealing aspect.
At YAYOI CLINIC, we offer thread lifts—such as the “V-Line Lift” and “Artemis Lift”—tailored to your specific concerns and facial structure. Our doctors will assess your condition and advise you on the type and number of threads to use.
If you're interested in thread lifts or want to find out which treatment is right for you, please feel free to contact us.
Aesthetic Dermatology, Cosmetic Medicine, Cosmetic Surgery, Art Makeup in Hiroshima YAYOI CLINIC offers treatments for different skin, body, and facial concerns.
In order to offer a better option for everyone, we will assess each person's skin condition and formulate a treatment plan that meets their needs in terms of treatment duration, budget, and acceptable downtime.
If you have any concerns, please come for a counseling session first.
*This information, including treatment fees and product prices, is current as of the time the column was published. Please be aware of this in advance.
Description of procedure] Thread lift
The number of visits varies depending on the individual.
[Cost] ¥44,600–¥508,200 *Prices vary depending on the specific products used and the number of treatments.
Side effects/risks] Swelling, pain, internal bleeding, swelling, pulling, foreign body sensation, partial skin indentation, infection, etc. at the treatment site
Equipment used.
Thread lift treatments include procedures using domestically unapproved drugs or medical devices.
Drugs and medical devices used for treatment were imported through a private importation procedure based on the judgment of a physician at our clinic.
There are no other domestically approved drugs with the same ingredients or performance.
Information on safety, etc. in other countries
Significant risks and side effects may not be evident.
