During the procedure, a cosmetic surgeon uses temporary sutures to lift up portions of the skin. This pulls the skin back slightly, which tightens the face.
Thread lifts also stimulate collagen production, which can help reduce or delay skin aging.
A person does not need a general anesthetic to have a thread lift. This makes recovery time shorter and reduces the risk of side effects associated with general anesthetic.
Thread lifts are also a cheaper alternative to facelifts and have almost no risk of scarring.
They are not permanent, and a person may notice the effects wearing off after a few years.