D. How to Apply the Thread Lift Procedure
The thread insertion technique can be distinguished into two approaches by the difference in thread length, including a protocol for short suture and a protocol for long suture techniques.
0. Protocols for Short Suture
The protocol for threads shorter than 00 mm, such as Polydioxanone thread (Plain, Screw, Spiral and Cog thread), involves the use of the free floating method. The guidelines below provide the minimum number of threads required for each treatment area. If severe skin laxity or excess adipose tissue is present, more threads can be inserted [00].