Show patients their result before they treat.
The recognized brand of dissolvable thread lift — lifts the mid-face and stimulates collagen, no surgery required.
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Plan • Device
Recommended Protocol
Silhouette InstaLift
Dissolvable thread lift
Maintenance & Follow-Up
Ongoing plan
Silhouette InstaLift is Sinclair's FDA-cleared dissolvable thread lift for the mid-face. Absorbable sutures with bidirectional cones immediately reposition sagging cheek tissue and stimulate collagen as they dissolve over months. It's an in-office, minimal-downtime option between fillers and a surgical facelift.
Silhouette InstaLift is Sinclair's brand of absorbable suspension sutures — the recognized 'thread lift' for non-surgical mid-face lifting. Bidirectional cones along each thread anchor and reposition sagging cheek tissue immediately, while the threads, made of the same material as dissolvable stitches, stimulate gradual collagen production as they absorb over months. The result is an immediate lift that's reinforced over time, performed in-office under local anesthetic with minimal downtime — a middle option between fillers and a surgical lift.
For a practice, Silhouette InstaLift fills an important gap for patients with early-to-moderate sagging who want more than filler but aren't ready for surgery — a high-value procedure that expands the menu. Because the dual immediate-plus-gradual benefit can be hard to picture, previewing the projected lift on the patient's own photo makes the value concrete and converts the higher-consideration consult.
Silhouette InstaLift
Made by
Sinclair
Category
Dissolvable thread lift
Type
In-clinic device
US regulatory status
FDA-cleared for mid-face lifting using dissolvable sutures.
See the full treatment category — what it does, the concerns it solves, and how it fits into a visual 12-month plan.
Each concern maps to its full range of options — and lets patients preview their result before they commit.
Loosening and sagging of facial skin as collagen and elastin decline, softening the cheeks and jawline.
Explore concernLoose, crepey, or sagging skin on the neck — often called 'turkey neck' — from collagen loss and sun exposure.
Explore concernRestoring a sharper, more defined jawline as skin laxity and jowls soften the lower face.
Explore concernSubtly elevating and reshaping low or heavy brows to open up the eyes for a more rested, youthful look.
Explore concernThe folds that run from the sides of the nose to the corners of the mouth, deepening with age and volume loss.
Explore concernLoose, sagging, or crepey neck skin with reduced jawline definition from collagen loss and sun damage.
Explore concernThe vertical folds running from the corners of the mouth toward the chin that create a downturned, tired look.
Explore concernCommon questions patients ask about Silhouette InstaLift — and what practices should be ready to answer.
The threads dissolve over several months, but the collagen they stimulate helps maintain the result, with most patients seeing benefit for around 12–18 months depending on individual factors.
No — it's a less invasive, in-office procedure that lifts early-to-moderate sagging with dissolvable sutures and minimal downtime. A surgical facelift addresses more advanced laxity with longer-lasting results.
Usually a few days of mild swelling, bruising, or tightness. Most patients return to normal activities quickly, avoiding strenuous activity briefly.
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