Thread lifts are an excellent non-invasive treatment option that rejuvenate loose and sagging skin. Thread lifts provide a quick and easy way to achieve immediate results with long-term benefits. Bridging the gap between non-invasive facial rejuvenation and facelift surgery, thread lifts can provide a subtle yet visible lift in the skin while stimulating collagen production.

With multiple thread lift options available, how can you know which one might be best for your anti-aging goals?

Read on to learn the major differences between Silhouette InstaLift and NovaThread procedures to determine which thread lift is the right option for your sagging facial skin.

A thread lift is a non-surgical alternative to a facelift. It uses bio-compatible sutures to address skin laxity by lifting the skin and stimulating new collagen.

The body absorbs NovaThreads in four to six months. Threads can be used in different ways to create both lifting and rejuvenating effects within the skin. Threads are used primarily in the face but can also be utilized in other areas, including the knees and arms.

This quick office procedure takes only 30-45 minutes for the entire process to be performed, and minimal local anesthesia is required. Patients can return to their everyday activities immediately following NovaThread treatment with no necessary downtime.

After receiving NovaThreads, patients can experience a lifted appearance with improved facial contouring for one year or longer. On average, NovaThreads results last between six to 12 months. Patients require additional treatments to maintain results past that period.

Silhouette InstaLift is a non-surgical, in-office procedure that utilizes threads composed of absorbable (dissolving) suture material to lift sagging skin on the face and jawline. InstaLift treatment is tailored to each patient to address their specific skin laxity. InstaLift sutures are placed on each side of the face to create a lifting effect. The unique “cones” lock and lift the suture in place, creating an instant lift. Following the procedure, your skin will begin to tighten immediately, and then continue to tighten over a three to six month period.

The InstaLift treatment takes about 30-45 minutes to complete. There is minimal discomfort. Local numbing is administered where the sutures will enter and exit the skin. After the surface is numb, the InstaLift sutures and cones are locked into place with gentle massaging and sweeping of the skin. This creates an immediate lifting effect.

There is minimal to no downtime associated with the Silhouette InstaLift procedure. While individual results may vary, most patients will experience minimal to mild soreness for a day or two following treatment. Most patients can resume daily social activities within 24-48 hours.

Immediately following the procedure, you will experience an instant lifting effect following the placement of InstaLift sutures. However, results will improve for approximately three to six months as the sutures and cones are naturally broken down and eliminated by the body. Collagen production will also be stimulated in the treated areas. Results vary by patient, but on average, the duration of skin tightening results following Silhouette InstaLift lasts for 12-18 months.

Because thread lifts are a low-risk procedure with an essentially non-existent recovery time, it’s possible to combine them with other non-surgical procedures to create more noticeable results.

Additionally, pairing your thread lift with a treatment like Venus Legacy will enable you to maximize your overall amount of skin firming for a more significant lifting effect.

Contact Vein & Laser Institute to learn more about which type of thread lift is the right choice for you.