How long does Silhouette thread lift last? I am 49 and have noticeable sagging to my jowls and nasolabial folds.

InstaLift™ works by not only physically lifting your skin in trouble spots like your jowls, but it also helps to stimulate collagen production so your skin can hold this position for longer on its own. Thus, many people see results that last up to around two years. That said, InstaLift, injectables and other similar solutions won’t be able to give you the same dramatic results as a surgical facelift could. Discuss your options with your cosmetic surgeon to help you decide what’s best for you.

Thank you for your question and your photos.  The Silhouette Lift consists of small entry points made in your skin by a needle.  There is no scalpel used.  No incision scars.  This is all good news if someday you might need or want a formal facelift/necklift.  You can also receive another Silhouette Lift a couple years after the first if you are still not ready/not a candidate for a facelift  The material is the same that we use with Sculptra injectable.  Often Sculptra patients will come back every few years for a touch up.  Volume can also work well with other modalities, (Juvederm, Volluma, etc.).  The choice between modalities depends on how much these issues bother you, how aggressive you want to be, and your anatomy.   Again, one should do a proper history and physical exam to see if you are a candidate.  Best to see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon or Otolaryngologist, (ENT).  They will be able to let you know what might work best in your case, (Silhouette Lift vs. Fillers vs. Surgery), as they do all of the above.  Please call with any questions.Jeffrey J. Roth, M.D. F.A.C.S.Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLas Vegas Plastic Surgery

Silhouette Instalift lasts up to 2 years; however, this will depend upon the quality of the skin, age of the patient and amount of underlying fat.  The Silhouette Instalift is ideal for moderate laxity of the lower face coupled with a moderate of underlying fat.  The cones lift the overlying  tissues which along with the threads stimulate your own collagen over 6 months.. For individuals who are properly chosen the Silhouette Instalift is a wonderful procedure that is performed with local anesthesia on an outpatient basis.  There are minimal side effects and the patient can see a difference in days.   

Dear tinherbell1012,
Thank you for your question. We recommend you seek an in-person consultation with a facial plastic surgeon or plastic surgeon who can perform a through evaluation and discuss with you the best treatment options to meet your goals. Thread lift is a safe alternative to facelift candidates who are not ready for surgery with less risks and much less downtime. On the other hand, the results from a thread lift are not as significant and as lasting compared to facelift surgery. The effects of Silhouette Instalift, which include collagen-promoting effects, can last up to 2 years.

The Silhouette Instalift is a great product on the market compared to prior versions.  Recent data states that the results last for minimum of 6mos to 2 years.  However, the lift is not the only change that is seen, the PLLA that is a component of the threads results in collagen  turnover. Recent data has shown that patients are satisfied with the results 2 years out despite the loss of the lifting from the threads due to this collagen turnover. It led to a more plump and full cheeks.  I recommend that you see a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon who has extensive training in this technique. All the best.