Thread Lifts

Thread lifts are minimally invasive aesthetic procedures designed to lift, reposition, and support sagging facial tissues while stimulating the skin’s natural collagen production. Using absorbable medical threads, this treatment improves facial contours and skin firmness without surgery or significant downtime.

At our clinic in Lisbon, Portugal, thread lifts are performed as part of a medically guided, anti-aging approach focused on natural-looking results, facial harmony, and long-term tissue support.

 

What Thread Lifts Do

  • Lift and reposition mild to moderate skin laxity
  • Improve facial contours and definition
  • Stimulate collagen production and skin firmness
  • Enhance skin quality over time
  • Provide subtle, natural-looking rejuvenation

 

Who Are Thread Lifts Suitable For

Thread lifts are suitable for women and men who:

  • Show early to moderate signs of skin laxity
  • Seek facial lifting without surgery
  • Want natural results with minimal downtime
  • Prefer a gradual and discreet rejuvenation

Thread lifts are not a substitute for surgical facelift procedures but are ideal for selected patients with mild to moderate tissue laxity.

Treatment Areas

Common treatment areas include:

  • Midface and cheeks
  • Jawline
  • Lower face
  • Neck
  • Eyebrows (non-surgical brow lift)

Treatment Protocol

  • Absorbable lifting threads are inserted under the skin using fine cannulas or needles
  • The procedure is performed under local anesthesia
  • Typically completed in a single treatment session
  • Treatment is performed in a medical outpatient setting

When Do Results Become Visible?

  • An immediate lifting effect is often visible after the procedure
  • Results continue to improve over several weeks as collagen production is stimulated
  • Final results develop gradually and appear natural

Results and Longevity

  • Subtle lifting and improved facial contours
  • Progressive improvement in skin firmness and quality
  • Results typically last 12 to 18 months, depending on thread type, skin condition, and lifestyle
  • Maintenance treatments may be recommended to prolong results

Downtime and Safety

  • Mild swelling, bruising, or tenderness may occur temporarily
  • Short downtime compared to surgical lifting procedures
  • High safety profile when performed by experienced medical professionals

Combination Treatments

Thread lifts can be effectively combined with:

  • Botulinum toxin
  • Hyaluronic acid fillers
  • Skinboosters
  • Polynucleotides or exosomes
  • Other skin rejuvenation treatments

Thread lifts are an effective option for patients seeking non-surgical facial lifting and contour refinement in Lisbon, with controlled treatment, minimal downtime, and natural, balanced results.

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