Absorbable PLA threads
Silhouette Soft threads are made from polylactic acid and are gradually absorbed by the body.
Silhouette Soft · PLA Threads
Thread Lift in Malta
A minimally invasive lifting treatment using absorbable Silhouette Soft threads to support selected areas of mild to moderate facial laxity while stimulating a gradual collagen response.
Facial architecture
A lift is planned in vectors, not templates.
Thread placement follows the direction of support your face needs. The illustration is intentionally conceptual: the actual vectors, entry points and number of threads are decided only after facial assessment.
A lift designed around facial structure.
Thread lifting is not a replacement for surgery in every case. It is intended for selected patients seeking a non-surgical option for mild to moderate laxity.
Mechanical support
Threads are positioned strategically to support and lift selected tissue.
Collagen response
As the threads are absorbed, collagen stimulation contributes to the evolving result.
Where can threads be considered?
Suitability depends on skin quality, laxity, facial anatomy and the degree of lift you are trying to achieve.
Define & support
Common treatment areas include the lower face where early laxity changes facial definition.
Cheeks
Jowls
Jawline
Selected lifting areas
The live clinic guidance also lists selected upper-face and neck areas, depending on assessment.
Brows
Under-eye area
Neck
From consultation to recovery.
The procedure is planned around facial anatomy rather than using a fixed thread pattern for everyone.
Plan the lift
Dr Frank assesses facial structure, laxity and whether threads are appropriate.
Mark & numb
Treatment points are marked and local anaesthetic or numbing is used for comfort.
Insert the threads
Threads are introduced with a fine needle or cannula and positioned to create the planned support.
Protect the result
Mild swelling or bruising can occur. Aftercare focuses on avoiding unnecessary pressure and strenuous activity while the area settles.
Simple, transparent pricing.
Current prices published by St Mary's Clinic. The number of thread pairs required is decided after assessment.
Assessment
€50Discuss suitability, facial anatomy and the treatment plan.
1 pair of threads
€450One pair of Silhouette Soft suture threads.
2 pairs of threads
€900Two pairs where a broader treatment plan is appropriate.
Physician-led treatment.
Thread lifting is performed by the clinic's resident aesthetic physician.
Aesthetic Physician
Dr Frank Farrugia
Dr Frank assesses suitability, plans thread placement and performs the treatment.
Thread Lift FAQ
Common questions
Recovery and longevity vary between patients. Your own plan and aftercare should be discussed during consultation.
01 Is a thread lift painful?
Some discomfort can occur during insertion. Local anaesthesia or numbing is used to improve comfort.
02 How quickly can I return to normal activities?
Mild swelling or bruising can last several days. Many patients return to normal day-to-day activity relatively quickly, while strenuous exercise and facial treatments need longer avoidance.
03 How long can the result last?
The clinic currently describes results that may persist around 18 months to two years in some patients, but this varies and cannot be guaranteed.
04 What are the main risks?
Potential risks include bruising, swelling, infection and thread migration. Suitability and risks should be reviewed before treatment.
05 Who is most suitable?
Thread lifting is generally considered for mild to moderate laxity. More advanced sagging may be better addressed with other options.
06 Can it be combined with other treatments?
Combination treatment may be possible, but timing and suitability should be planned by the practitioner.
Redefine by St Mary's Clinic
Central Business District, Triq L-Imdina, Office 7 – Level 4, Trident Park, Birkirkara, Malta