Thread Lift

A thread lift is a popular cosmetic dermatology procedure that offers patients minimally-invasive aesthetic enhancement and anti-aging treatment.

What is a Thread Lift?

A thread lift is a popular cosmetic dermatology procedure that offers patients minimally-invasive aesthetic enhancement and anti-aging treatment. This non-surgical facelift involves the strategic placement of dissolvable threads (also known as surgical sutures) beneath the skin’s surface to lift and tighten sagging areas, resulting in improved facial contouring.

There are three types of threads available: PDO-polydioxanone, PLLA-Polylactic acid and PCA- polycaprolactone. Each one has its pros and cons, and the effectiveness of each type can vary from person to person. Furthermore, results are typically more subtle and temporary, lasting anywhere from 6-15 months.

Thread Lift Quick Facts

Cost of a Thread Lift	TBD
Duration of Treatment	45-60 minutes
Days of Social Downtime	3-7 days
How Long It Lasts	6-15 months
Pain Management	Numbing cream, local anesthetic or nerve block
Home Care Instructions	Avoid vigorous exercise and excessive heat for 72 hours, no facial massage for 14 days or until you’re cleared by your doctor
Number of sessions required	1-2
Results	Lifted facial contours, decreased jowls, subtle improvement in facial volume and refreshed appearance

Thread Lift Benefits

One key benefit of the thread lift procedure is facial rejuvenation through collagen stimulation. This highly sought out treatment promotes the natural production of collagen, contributing to improved skin tightening and skin elasticity. When performed by a skilled and experienced doctor, threads can offer patients a cosmetic surgery alternative, providing a more youthful appearance with minimal downtime.

What Do Threads Treat?

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Brow Sagging

As we age the eyebrows naturally start to fall, giving our eyes a tired and sad appearance. Thread lifts can lift and reshape the eyebrows, providing a subtle brow lift.

Cat Eye

This technique can also be used to give younger patients a subtle upward slant to the eyes, known as the “cat eye.”

Cheek Volume Loss

While not a substitute for dermal fillers, threads can provide a natural and subtle lift to the cheeks, improving volume and contour.

Facial Laxity

Thread lifts can lift and tighten sagging skin, particularly in the midface and jowls.

Lines and Wrinkles

Threads placed in a criss-crossed manner may contribute to the improvement of fine lines and wrinkles. Keep in mind that multiple therapies, such as combining threads with filler or laser, may provide more dramatic results.

Marionette Lines

hese are lines that extend from the corners of the mouth downward. Typically difficult to treat, a thread lift procedure may subtly improve their appearance.

Nasolabial Folds (Smile Lines)

A thread lift can improve the appearance of nasolabial folds, the expression lines that run from the sides of the nose to the corners of the mouth.

Neck Laxity

Thread lifts can address mild to moderate sagging in the neck area.

Weak Jawline

Whether it’s due to age or genetics, the jawline can become weak and lack definition. Threads can restore more youthful contours and reduce the appearance of jowls.

ELEGIBILITY Who is a Good Candidate

The ideal candidate for a thread lift has mild to moderate skin laxity and is between 30-60 years of age. They must be in good overall health, be free from severe medical conditions, and have realistic expectations about the results. Thread lifts are most effective for individuals with mild-to-moderate facial sagging or drooping in the midface, jowls, or neck area.

We invite you to book a consultation with one of our Dermatology experts to find out if a thread lift is right for you.

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