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Thread lift in India
Quick answer
A thread lift places dissolving barbed or cogged threads under the skin to lift mild sagging of the cheeks, jawline or brows. It is a non-surgical procedure with a short recovery. The effect is temporary, and a 3 to 5 day trip usually suffices.
Medically reviewed by The Curaventa Team · Last updated 2026-10-24
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At a glance
Threads made from dissolvable materials such as polydioxanone grip the tissue and lift it slightly. They also stimulate some collagen as they dissolve.
Results are modest compared with a facelift and typically fade over months to a year or two. It suits people in their thirties to fifties with mild laxity.
How this approach differs
A 3 to 5 day trip is usual. Avoid wide mouth opening, chewing gum and dental work for a couple of weeks, as these can dislodge threads. Sleep on your back. Puckering or dimpling usually settles in days. Repeat treatment would mean another trip in future.
Who needs thread lift
- Mild jowls or cheek descent
- People who do not want surgery
- Those wanting a short recovery
- Not suitable for heavy, loose skin
How it is done
- Local anaesthesia at entry points
- Threads are inserted with a fine needle or cannula
- Threads are pulled to lift and anchored
- Ends are trimmed under the skin
Before you travel to India
- Photos of the face
- Previous filler or thread history
Recovery and flying home
- Back to light activity in a day or two
- Tightness and mild bruising
- Avoid facial massage for weeks
Risks
- Visible or palpable threads
- Dimpling or asymmetry
- Infection
- Thread extrusion
Alternatives
- Facelift
- Fillers for volume
- Energy-based skin tightening
Hospitals in India for thread lift
- Medanta - The MedicityDelhi NCR
- Artemis HospitalDelhi NCR
- Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital & Medical Research InstituteMumbai
- Indraprastha Apollo HospitalsDelhi NCR
- BLK-Max Super Speciality HospitalDelhi NCR
- Continental HospitalsHyderabad
- Aster CMI HospitalBengaluru
- Apollo Health City, Jubilee HillsHyderabad
Specialists
Dr Aditya AggarwalMedanta - The Medicity, Gurugram
Dr Sunil ChoudharyMax Super Speciality Hospital, Saket- Prof V B Narayana MurthyKauvery Hospital, Alwarpet
Dr Arul Mozhi MangaiKauvery Hospital- Dr Sathish ManivelKauvery Hospital
Dr Vipul NandaFortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram
Frequently asked questions
How long does it last?
The lift is temporary. Many people see effects for months up to a year or two.
Is it painful?
Local anaesthesia makes it tolerable. Soreness for a few days is common.
Can it replace a facelift?
No. It helps mild sagging only.
Medically reviewed by The Curaventa Team. Last updated 2026-10-24. General information, not medical advice. Medical editorial board · Editorial policy · How we get prices
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