WHAT TO EXPECT ​

• After numbing is applied, the threads are placed carefully under the skin to create a subtle natural pull that makes the skin appear lifted and more youthful. The threads are left in place, creating a gentle lift that continues to improve as they settle into the skin over the coming weeks. You may feel pressure and the threads may sting for a few moments.

 WHO IS NOT SUITABLE 

Anyone who is:

 

• Is pregnant

• Active cold sores, acne, or any other skin infection

• Currently has a bacterial or fungal infection

• Has a history of keloid or hypertrophic scarring or wound healing

• Has areas of skin that are numb or lack sensation

• If you are unsure, contact us.

 TREATMENT PREPARATION 

Avoid blood-thinning medication such as aspirin, ibuprofen and fish oil, one week prior to treatment.

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Advise your clinician if you:

• Have an auto-immune disorder

• Are regularly taking anti-coagulation therapy (i.e.: Warfarin,) Heparin

• Have a severe metabolic or systemic disorder

• Have active sunburn, eczema or psoriasis

• Are currently taking aminoglycoside antibiotics

• Are under 18 years of age (seven-day cooling-off period is required)

 HOW IT WORKS 

Mono Matrix Threads have become another method of tightening and thickening your skin. Mono Threads differ from thread lifts which use long barbed threads to lift tissues, however they can still provide an improvement of fine lines and wrinkles by gradually stimulating natural collagen production. 

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Mono Threads are made from a material called Polydioxanone which is an absorbable polymer that is flexible and durable. Matrix PDO Threads induce production of collagen, creating a tightening effect. The threads become a support structure for your face, allowing natural collagen production to take place, over time the PDO will be fully absorbed by the body. 

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It can be used across the following areas of concern: 

•    Horizontal and vertical forehead wrinkles - mono

•    Forehead lifting- long

•    Lowered outer eyebrow ends – mono/long

•    Flaccid tissue, sagging eyebrows - long

•    Cheeks -mono/ long

•    Distinct nasolabial furrow- mono/long

•    Cheek-yoke groove/mono

•    Chin furrow -mono

•    Sagging cheeks and area under the lower jaw-mono/long

•    Skin furrow on the cheek- mono/long

•    Creased cheeks-mono/long

•    Skin furrows and wrinkles on the neck and cleavage-mono/long

•    Breast firming and shaping mono

•   Flaccid tissues and stretch marks on the buttocks, belly, arms and legs mono

 POST TREATMENT CARE 

• You may experience some swelling, mild bruising, redness, or mild tenderness after the procedure. The discomfort usually resolves within hours to days and can be controlled with ice packs, head elevation, and over-the-counter pain medication.

• Avoid heat based treatments in the treated area for 12 weeks such as lasers on areas treated.

• Excessive movement or exercise in the area of the treatment is discouraged.

• Additionally, we suggest avoiding swimming, saunas and facials for at least 2-4 weeks post treatment.

 FOLLOW UP AND NEXT STEPS 

To ensure that you are happy and that optimal results are achieved, it is recommended that you attend a review appointment and assessment at 6 weeks, followed by 12 week review.

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Your health and well-being is our priority. If you are concerned about any aspect of your treatment, or if you become unwell – contact us immediately.