What causes a sudden dent on the nose tip after a nose threadlift procedure?

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Hi there,

Threads used in threadlifts are usually supposed to be placed in the subcutaneous layer (just below the skin layer).

Dents in threadlifts are caused by a part of the threads engaging or “clutching” onto the skin layer, pulling it inwards, causing that part to have a “sucked in” effect.

That is why you can see horror pictures online of patients having many dents on the face after a face threadlift by inexperienced doctors.

Applying this theory to nose threads, any dent would usually be seen immediately during or after the threadlift. If it “suddenly” occurs, it is likely the other end of the thread (either at the nose bridge or the columnellar) has loosened off, or the offending thread was too long to start with.

You will need immediate attention to subcise the dermis/epidermis off the offending thread to prevent permanent dimpling.

Hope that helps!

Best Regards,
Dr Isaac Wong

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Can nose threads be removed or dissolved if the outcome is poor?

I'm so sorry to hear that you have thread migration. As Dr Israr Wong rightfully mentioned, nose threads can be removed via a small puncture with an 18G needle. With regards to scarring, there is a possibility of a persistent scar at the entry point of the 18G needle. The following can be done to minimise the risk of scarring: 1. Gentle technique to reduce tissue injury. 2. Use 1 needle entry point. However, More needle entry points may be required to adequately remove the threads. Please have a detailed discussion with the doctor removing your threads!

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What is the best solution to remove nose threads that were done poorly?

I can't agree more with Dr Justin who has given a good outline of the approach. The method to remedy your issue really depends on how severe it is. I personally feel that removal can be quite traumatic for some people, so the use of threads and fillers to correct the existing "deviation" would be far more convenient. However I am surprised to hear of the thread migration. It's really quite unusual for that to happen, but I guess in medicine, we assume all possibilities. Consult the doctor you saw (if you still have a good patient-doctor relationship) and discuss the options.

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