Silhouette InstaLift

(Silhouette Lift)

Overview

Minimally Invasive Way to Lift Facial Skin

Cosmetic surgical techniques have advanced greatly in recent years.  The Silhouette Lift is the latest procedure that advances what was called the Thread Lift or Contour Lift years ago.  Today absorbable “barbed” sutures can be used in the right candidate to improve facial aging safely with little downtime and natural-looking results.

Silhouette Lift Procedure

HOW SILHOUETTE INSTALIFT WORKS

Silhouette InstaLift is a simple procedure to re-contour your face, lifting the deeper layers of your skin for a more youthful appearance.

We will discuss whether this technique is suitable for you to ensure you achieve the results you desire.  During the procedure Dr. Mendelsohn will use specialized sutures to reposition and elevate the skin on your face.  The in-office procedure typically takes approximately 45 minutes to complete.  You will see immediate results and have minimal recovery time after the procedure.

Over time the sutures will naturally be absorbed by your body while stimulating production of collagen.

Silhouette Lift Recovery

  • You will come in the day after surgery for a check-up; sutures are removed about six days after surgery.
  • You can shower the day after surgery.
  • No drains are used.
  • You should sleep and rest with your head elevated for a week.
  • Pain is minimal and easily controlled with medication and subsides by the second or third day after surgery.
  • Swelling is mild to moderate, peaks two to three days after surgery, and then disappears rapidly over the next three weeks.
  • Able to apply makeup the day after your procedure and comfortably appear in public three to four days afterwards.
  • Resume minimal activities within the first week and most all activities after two weeks.
  • Time off work ranges from one to 4 days.