Dr Hugo Ho Thread Lifting

22/07/2026

06/07/2026

APTOS Trainers’ Summit Day 2026

It is both an honour and a privilege to be part of the exceptional Aptos family, a community dedicated to innovation and collaboration that continually advances the thread lifting industry.

06/07/2026

It was an honour to have the opportunity to present and moderate a session on a topic close to my heart at Kolkhida Congress. I shared insights from a study showing that repeated sequential PLA/PCL thread lifting can act as a sustainable, long-term regenerative approach—providing more than just a quick fix.

04/07/2026

02/07/2026

I’m excited to be part of Kolkhida Congress, the International Congress on Dermatology, Cosmetology, and Plastic Surgery in Georgia this year. It’s also a privilege to attend ’ 30th Anniversary Trainers Summit, where the focus is on innovation, science, education, collaboration, and leadership.

17/06/2026

Having a realistic expectations is important when considering an Aptos thread lifting treatment. It is important to note that this procedure is not a facelift, and results should not be anticipated to be equivalent. The provided before-and-after photos of this lady in her mid-50s may serve as helpful references to align your expectations; however, they are illustrative examples and may not guarantee identical outcomes for every individual. Outcomes can vary due to personal differences and the specific procedural factors.

These images are shared with the consent of the patients whose images are featured, who were treated by Dr. Hugo Ho. Reproduction of these images is strictly prohibited.

In Australia, only qualified doctors perform this procedure. We recommend consulting an experienced doctor in Aptos thread lifting techniques for detailed advice and guidance.

15/06/2026

This reel demonstrates the Aptos thread lifting technique. The threads used are intended to gently stimulate biostimulation, encouraging the body’s natural production of collagen and elastin fibers to help counteract age-related changes. They also assist in securing the lifted tissues in their new repositioned positions. Since the body typically metabolises these threads over approximately 18 to 24 months, this process may contribute to a gradual slowing of the aging process. Considering the early adoption of Aptos thread lifting in the 40s, when signs of sagging may become more apparent, could potentially offer optimal benefits, as this is when the body’s natural capacity to produce collagen and elastin remains relatively robust.

28/05/2026

Think of your facial tissue like a heavy curtain that has started to sag. To hold it up properly, you need enough hooks to carry its weight. The same idea applies to your treatment.

THE FORCE NEEDED TO LIFT YOUR TISSUE

Sagging facial tissue, when you factor in normal facial movements like chewing, smiling, and talking, requires around 30 newtons of holding force to be lifted and kept in place. To put that in everyday terms, 30 newtons is roughly the force needed to lift a 3 kg bag of groceries.

WHAT EACH THREAD DOES

Specialised threads are inserted into the deeper layers of the skin and, when properly positioned, create a firming and tightening effect. For example, each individual Aptos thread can only hold 4 to 6 newtons of force. That means a single thread is not strong enough to support all of the sagging tissue on its own.

This is why your doctor needs to insert several threads working together, so that their combined holding strength meets or exceeds the required 30 newtons.

WHY THE THREADS ARE ONLY TEMPORARY SUPPORTS

The threads degrade over time and lose structural integrity, reducing their holding strength. However, threads do not need to support the tissue permanently; they serve as a temporary scaffold, allowing time for the thread materials to work and encourage new collagen production.

The absorbable materials used in Aptos threads gradually dissolve over 1.5 to 2 years, all while promoting the body’s collagen production. They maintain their holding strength for about six months, allowing sufficient time for the body to generate enough collagen to sustain the aesthetic outcomes.

THE LONG-TERM RESULT

After the threads dissolve, they leave behind a collagen scaffold that continues to support the skin as it ages. In other words, your own body takes over the job of support once the threads have done their work.

In summary, the number of threads your doctor uses is carefully calculated so that, together, they provide enough support (at least 30 newtons) while your body builds the natural collagen needed to keep things lifted for the long term.