Is a Silhouette Soft Thread Lift safe?

Silhouette Soft is a safe, minimally-invasive treatment which should only ever be administered by a trained practitioner.

What is the recovery period?

Following treatment, patients might experience minor pain, swelling and bruising - all of which are common side effects with any aesthetic treatment. Slight skin depressions or tightness can last for a few days following the treatment, but these are typically short lived. Most patients are back to work within 2 to 3 days.

What aftercare is required?

There are a variety of post-treatment recommendations to aid recovery and improve results. An ice pack applied immediately after treatment can be helpful, and no make-up should be worn for the first 24 hours. Patients are also advised to sleep facing up, and elevated by pillows for the first 3 to 5 nights. Your physician will provide a more extensive guide during the consultation.

What are the potential side effects?

Following a Silhouette Soft Thread Lift, some patients may experience bruising in the operated region. Rarer complications subside after proper treatment and may include the accumulation of fluid under the skin in the operated region, inflammation or infection of the scar and tissue, and uneven skin surface in the treated areas. Further risks include feeling the sutures under the skin, facial asymmetry, or prolonged painfulness of the cheeks and temples.

Can I still benefit from toxin and hyaluronic acid dermal fillers?

Silhouette Soft Thread Lift is an excellent complement to other cosmetic treatments, such as dermal fillers and toxin. The latter can continue to be injected during Silhouette Soft Thread Lift as well as after treatment.

Revolutionary Non-Surgical Facelift with Silhouette Soft Thread Lift

By leading oculoplastic surgeon, Dr Sabrina Shah-Desai, in London.

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Advantages of Silhouette Soft Thread Lift

Less Downtime

Compared to surgical alternatives.

Long-Lasting Results

For up to 2 years.

Unrivalled Expertise

Performed by leading oculoplastic surgeon.

The Treatment

What is Silhouette Soft Thread Lift?

Silhouette-Soft Thread Lift is a revolutionary non-surgical facelift treatment, which uses sutures or "threads" to tighten lax skin while stimulating collagen production. Suitable for both men and women, the minimally-invasive procedure can effectively correct jowls and sagging skin while lifting and regenerating the mid-face, jowls and neck. The result is a fresher, more rested appearance - without the downtime, associated risks or cost of surgery.

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The Cause

What Causes the Face and Neck to Sag?

With time, the soft tissues of the face and neck become lax - as a result of age, sun exposure or simply genetics. Meanwhile, the bony scaffolding of the face starts to reabsorb, while the facial muscles become weaker, resulting in a lack of structural support for the skin and underlying fat.

If left untreated, this can make the patient appear tired, sad or even angry - even when they are in good spirits. Dr Sabrina is highly regarded for her skin tightening techniques such as Silhouette Soft® and FaceTite™, which work to lift and remodel the face and neck.

How Does the Procedure Work?

A Silhouette Soft Thread Lift uses sutures or "threads" to lift and tighten the skin of the face and neck. Made from resorbable polylactic acid sutures, which dissolve to help stimulate your skin's own collagen production, the sutures are inserted 3 to 5 mm beneath the skin using a needle (without any incisions) - while local anaesthetic is used at the entry and exit points. Usually 2-4 threads are placed on each side of the face or neck.

Once the sutures have been placed beneath the skin, they are pulled back to lift and smooth the sagging tissues, and can also be compressed and reshaped to obtain the desired lifting effect. The procedure can be performed in less than one hour. As patients usually remain fully conscious during the procedure, they can interact with Dr Sabrina - and even approve the results midway through the treatment.

Within 12 to 18 months the Silhouette Soft sutures are completely absorbed, while studies have shown that results last between 18 to 36 months (with some results lasting longer due to ongoing collagen production). However, as with all anti-ageing treatments, age and lifestyle can have an effect on the longevity of the aesthetic outcome.

"For anyone that's losing sleep about the state of their eyes, Sabrina Shah-Desai (a powerhouse ocular plastic surgeon) is the person to see to put things right. Her treatments are super refined, undetectable and all done with the lightest touch." - Brides Magazine

Real Patient Results

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Disclaimer: your results may vary. Any specific claims or length of results vary for each patient and are not guaranteed.

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Individual results vary. All photographs are of real patients treated by Dr Sabrina Shah-Desai and are published with consent.

Meet the Expert: Dr Sabrina Shah-Desai

Dr Sabrina Shah-Desai is the founder and Medical Director of Perfect Eyes Clinic. With over two decades of surgical and non-surgical experience, she is considered one of the safest, most experienced oculoplastic surgeons in the UK.

Her extensive training, combined with her caring and empathetic nature, makes her a natural choice for patients seeking the very best care. Dr Sabrina appears consistently in Tatlermagazine as one of the UK's “Best Eye Surgeons” and “Top Doctors” since 2019.

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Royal College of Surgeons of England - register of Board-Certified Cosmetic SurgeonsBest Aesthetic Doctor - Safety in Beauty 2023Consultant Surgeon of the YearBest Surgical Result - Aesthetic Awards 2021Tatler Best Eye Surgeon 2019-2026

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Silhouette-Soft Lift Cost in London

Prices are a guide; your doctor will calculate total costs during consultation.

Brow Supporting Lift - from £1,500
Lower Face & Neck Lift - from £2,500

Important: all cosmetic procedures incur 20% VAT. Fees are estimates and will be confirmed after medical consultation.

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Patient Questions About Silhoutte Soft

Frequently Asked Questions

The questions patients ask most often, answered by the clinic. If yours isn’t here, ask us directly - we would be delighted to help.

Silhouette Soft is a safe, minimally-invasive treatment which should only ever be administered by a trained practitioner.
Following treatment, patients might experience minor pain, swelling and bruising - all of which are common side effects with any aesthetic treatment. Slight skin depressions or tightness can last for a few days following the treatment, but these are typically short lived. Most patients are back to work within 2 to 3 days.
There are a variety of post-treatment recommendations to aid recovery and improve results. An ice pack applied immediately after treatment can be helpful, and no make-up should be worn for the first 24 hours. Patients are also advised to sleep facing up, and elevated by pillows for the first 3 to 5 nights. Your physician will provide a more extensive guide during the consultation.
Following a Silhouette Soft Thread Lift, some patients may experience bruising in the operated region. Rarer complications subside after proper treatment and may include the accumulation of fluid under the skin in the operated region, inflammation or infection of the scar and tissue, and uneven skin surface in the treated areas. Further risks include feeling the sutures under the skin, facial asymmetry, or prolonged painfulness of the cheeks and temples.
Silhouette Soft Thread Lift is an excellent complement to other cosmetic treatments, such as dermal fillers and toxin. The latter can continue to be injected during Silhouette Soft Thread Lift as well as after treatment.

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Kealey Hessey

“Dr Sabrina is the magic eye fairy. Only 10 days after my lower lid bleph and midface lift and nearly all bruising and swelling has gone. After a lot of research, I knew after my initial consultation with Dr Sabrina she was the one I trusted. Such a warm & kind woman. I am so pleased I put my Trust in Dr Shah. Immensely happy with the results and will be back to get my upper eyes done in the future. Thank you to the whole team.”

Jo Kirby

“I had been recommended Dr Sabrina by a medical colleague & am extremely glad I made the journey from Southampton to the Perfect Eye Clinic in London to discuss blepharoplasty. The team were all so friendly & very professional and most importantly, Dr Sabrina informed me that I had a bilateral eye ptosis. This explained a number of issues I was experiencing. I will definitely be booking to have a correction of bilateral eye ptosis and upper blepharoplasty. Can't recommend enough.”

Shirley Ford

“I am so very happy with my experiences at Perfect Eyes. Dr Sabrina is an absolute Star. Extremely talented, very personable I just couldn't be happier with my results and her overall professionalism. But a big part of my review is how lovely the support staff are too. Namely Safiya and Lisa who greet you with such warmness and respect. I highly recommend this clinic as I have done so with many friends.”

Radhika Rajan

“Top notch surgeon. Dr.Sabrina Shah is the best. Very meticulous and focused. Very experienced and very skillful. Supported by a great team, Irvana at the office is efficient and directs empathy as well towards nervous patients like myself . All in all a great experience.”

Tina Stonely

“Dr Sabrina is so so kind and thorough in really assessing and understanding my needs and explaining in detail what works and the pros on cons of each treatment. I trust her implicitly and know she is the best physician in the UK and trainer to physicians for all aesthetic treatments. I cannot recommend her enough. You will not be disappointed choosing Sabrina.”

Tanya Del Federico

“Perfect Eyes provides an exceptional experience from start to finish. The team is warm, professional and highly knowledgeable, and every aspect of the consultation feels thorough and personalised. Sabrina combines outstanding surgical expertise with a genuine commitment to achieving natural, elegant results, taking the time to explain every option and ensure patients feel completely at ease. The care, attention to detail and standard of service are second to none. I would highly recommend Perfect Eyes to anyone looking for expert oculoplastic and aesthetic care.”

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“I am so happy with my experience. The results look natural, and I feel like a fresher version of myself since having my Biostimulation treatment with Doctor Sabrina. The whole experience was comfortable and professional, and I felt supported and well cared for throughout. I would definitely recommend this treatment to anyone looking for a natural-looking boost.”

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