As the face begins to lose its youthful firmness, a surgical facelift isn’t always the first step. The Silhouette Thread Lift is a minimally invasive alternative that gently lifts sagging skin using dissolvable threads with soft cones. It stimulates collagen production while subtly repositioning the tissue, offering natural-looking rejuvenation with no incisions and minimal downtime.
Medically Reviewed by Dr Colin Tham
Consultant Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon
MB ChB (Aberdeen), FRCS (Ireland), FAMS
A Silhouette ThreadLift® is a minimally-invasive facelift and/or neck-lift which uses patented US-manufactured Silhouette Threads™ to lift sagging skin and tissues. The goals of this procedure are to reposition facial/neck tissues thus restoring youthful proportions and appearances.
Silhouette threads™ are US FDA-approved and CE-marked. The threads have 3-dimensional, absorbable cones which enable a strong lift and pull of facial tissues.
The procedure involves a small 2cm incision hidden behind the hairline at the temples for the insertion of the threads. This incision is necessary for secure anchoring and stronger lifting.
Any individual who is fit for minor plastic surgery and who has noticed signs of facial sagging, skin laxity or loss of sharpness may be suitable.
The Silhouette Lift® is especially useful for the treatment of sagging cheeks, nasolabial folds (laugh lines), marionette lines, jowls and “turkey necks”.
This cosmetic procedure usually takes about an hour. It is usually performed under local anaesthesia and light sedation.
Our patients usually return to work within 4-5 days.
Disclosure: Dr Colin Tham is appointed by the Silhouette Inc. Board of Directors as a Certified Silhouette Lift® Trainer.
Consultant Plastic & Cosmetic Surgeon MB ChB (Aberdeen), FRCS (Ireland), FAMS
Dr Colin Tham is an experienced plastic surgeon skilled in all types of cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, as well as non-surgical rejuvenation. He is accredited by the Ministry of Health in Singapore and has over 20 years of experience in the field. Dr Tham received extensive plastic surgery training in Scotland, Taiwan, and Singapore; and is committed to providing beautiful and natural-looking outcomes for all his patients.