What Is a Thread Lift?
A thread lift is a minimally invasive facial rejuvenation treatment that gently lifts sagging skin on the face and neck using dissolvable sutures. These threads reposition the skin while stimulating your body’s natural collagen production, helping to smooth deep lines and restore youthful contours—all with little downtime.
How it Works
A thread lift is performed in-office under local anesthesia. During the procedure, dissolvable sutures are placed beneath the skin to gently lift and reposition sagging tissue. These sutures provide an immediate lifting effect while also stimulating natural collagen production over time. As new collagen forms, skin becomes firmer and smoother, enhancing the lift and helping results last up to 12–18 months.
Thread lifts are ideal for people seeking facelift-like results without the risks, scars, or downtime of surgery. They can also be combined with treatments like Botox, dermal fillers, or laser resurfacing for full-face rejuvenation.
Results
Recovery
A thread lift is a quick, in-office procedure that typically takes less than an hour. Most patients experience minimal downtime, with common side effects like mild swelling, bruising, or tenderness resolving within 24–48 hours.
Many people notice an immediate lifting effect after treatment. Over the following months, the dissolvable sutures stimulate natural collagen production, gradually improving skin firmness and overall results.
We’lll give you detailed aftercare instructions to help ensure a smooth recovery and the best possible outcome.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the thread lift procedure FDA-cleared?
Yes. The procedure uses FDA-cleared dissolvable sutures designed specifically for aesthetic lifting and collagen stimulation.
What type of threads do you use?
At our practice, we use Miracu PDO threads—a trusted, FDA-cleared brand made from polydioxanone (PDO), a material safely used in surgical sutures for decades. These threads naturally dissolve over time while stimulating collagen production for longer-lasting results.
Who is a good candidate for a thread lift?
Ideal candidates are individuals with mild to moderate skin laxity who want a subtle lift without surgery or significant downtime. Patients should be in good overall health and have realistic expectations for a minimally invasive procedure.
What areas of the face can a thread lift treat?
Thread lifts are commonly used to lift and contour the midface, cheeks, jawline, and brows. Your provider will determine the best treatment plan for your individual needs.
How is the procedure performed?
Using local anesthesia, the provider inserts dissolvable threads beneath the skin with a fine needle. The threads lift sagging tissue immediately and continue to improve skin tone and firmness as they stimulate natural collagen production over the following months. The procedure typically takes less than an hour.
Is general anesthesia required?
No. Thread lifts are performed under local anesthesia, so you remain comfortable and alert during the procedure.
How long do results last?
Most patients see results lasting 12–18 months. Over time, the threads dissolve naturally, but the collagen produced helps maintain a more youthful look even after the threads have fully absorbed.
Are there any side effects?
Mild swelling, bruising, or tenderness at the insertion sites is common and typically resolves within a few days. Serious complications are rare but will be reviewed with you prior to treatment.
