◆ Silhouette InstaLift · Brooklyn, NY

Lift Without
Going Under
the Knife.

Silhouette InstaLift repositions sagging facial tissue through tiny insertion points — no scalpels, no general anesthesia, no weeks of recovery. The result is an immediate, natural lift that continues improving as the sutures stimulate your own collagen over the following months.

Book Consultation Full Face Rejuvenation
45Minute
procedure
24hBack to
daily life
18+Months results
typically last
0General
anesthesia
The Science

How Silhouette InstaLift
Actually Works

Silhouette InstaLift is not a PDO thread. It is an FDA-cleared medical device using absorbable PLLA (poly-L-lactic acid) sutures with bidirectional micro-cones — the same material used in dissolvable surgical sutures for decades.

The cones grip the deep tissue and hold the lift in place while the sutures dissolve over 18–24 months. More importantly, the PLLA material triggers a natural collagen-stimulation response around each cone — so your result improves gradually even as the threads dissolve.

The outcome is two-fold: an immediate mechanical lift visible from day one, and a secondary biological improvement that builds over 3–6 months as new collagen forms.

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01

Local Anesthetic Applied

The treatment area is numbed with local anesthetic — no general anesthesia, no sedation. You are awake and comfortable throughout.

02

Micro-Entry Points Created

Dr. Anna creates two tiny entry points — barely visible — through which the suture needle is guided beneath the skin along a predetermined vector.

03

Threads Positioned in Deep Tissue

The InstaLift suture is placed in the subcutaneous layer, where its bidirectional cones engage the fibrous tissue structure of the face.

04

Immediate Lift Achieved

Dr. Anna gently advances the sutures to lift and reposition the tissue to the planned position. The result is visible immediately on the table.

05

Collagen Remodeling Begins

Over the following weeks and months, the PLLA cones stimulate new collagen around the sutures — reinforcing the lift and improving skin quality in the treated area.

What We Lift

Where the InstaLift
Works Best

Dr. Anna uses Silhouette InstaLift to address the areas where gravity and volume loss create the most visible signs of aging — restoring lift and definition without surgery.

01

Jowls & Jawline

The most common application. InstaLift repositions the sagging tissue along the jawline that creates jowls, restoring a clean, defined jaw angle and eliminating the heaviness around the lower face.

02

Midface & Cheeks

Lost cheek volume and descended midface tissue are lifted back into their youthful position, recreating the high, defined cheek structure that hollows and deflates with age.

03

Nasolabial Folds

By lifting the midface tissue responsible for creating nasolabial folds, InstaLift softens the deep lines from nose to mouth — addressing the root cause rather than just filling the crease.

04

Brow & Lateral Eye

A descended brow makes the eyes appear heavy and tired. Thread lift repositions the lateral brow, opening the eye area and creating a refreshed, alert appearance without brow surgery.

05

Neck & Lower Face

Mild neck laxity and lower face heaviness can be addressed with InstaLift to complement the Nefertiti Botox protocol, refining the transition from chin to neck for a more sculpted profile.

06

Combination with Fillers

Dr. Anna frequently combines thread lift with strategic filler placement and Botox as part of her Full Face Rejuvenation approach — achieving structural lift where repositioning is needed, and volume where it is lost.

The Honest Comparison

Thread Lift vs.
Surgical Facelift

Neither is right for everyone. Dr. Anna will always give you the honest assessment — including when she believes surgery would serve you better.

Silhouette InstaLift

Thread Lift

  • ✓Local anesthesia only — no sedation
  • ✓45–60 minute in-office procedure
  • ✓Back to daily activities in 24 hours
  • ✓Immediate visible lift
  • ✓Collagen stimulation continues improving results
  • ✓No scarring, no incisions
  • ✓Ideal for mild to moderate laxity
  • —Results last 18–24 months, not permanent
Traditional Surgery

Surgical Facelift

  • —General anesthesia or heavy sedation required
  • —2–5 hour surgical procedure
  • —2–4 weeks of recovery time
  • ✓More dramatic result for significant laxity
  • ✓Results can last 7–10 years
  • —Scarring and incisions behind ears and hairline
  • ✓Better for significant skin excess or deep laxity
  • —Significantly higher cost and risk profile
Your Experience

Before, During & After

Before Treatment

Preparing for InstaLift

  • Consultation with Dr. Anna to assess anatomy, laxity, and suitability
  • Avoid blood thinners (aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil) for 7 days prior
  • Avoid alcohol 48 hours before
  • Arrive with clean skin, no makeup
  • No fasting required — eat normally before your appointment
During Treatment

The InstaLift Session

  • Local anesthetic injected into the treatment zones — brief pinch only
  • Procedure takes 45–60 minutes for most patients
  • You are fully awake and can communicate with Dr. Anna throughout
  • Mild pressure and pulling sensations — not pain
  • Lift is visible immediately as threads are placed
After Treatment

Recovery & Results

  • Mild swelling and bruising resolve within 3–5 days
  • Avoid vigorous facial movement and massage for 2 weeks
  • Sleep on your back with head slightly elevated for 1 week
  • Avoid dental procedures and facial treatments for 3 weeks
  • Collagen improvement builds over 3–6 months post-treatment
Investment

Thread Lift Pricing
in Brooklyn

Thread lift pricing depends on the number of threads required and the areas treated. Every face is different — Dr. Anna will assess your anatomy at consultation and provide a precise quote with no obligation.

When compared to surgical facelift costs in New York — which can run $15,000–$30,000 — Silhouette InstaLift offers a compelling alternative for patients with mild to moderate laxity who are not ready for surgery, or who want to extend the time before they consider it.

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Single Area Thread Lift — 1 Zone From $1,500

Ideal for targeted lifting of one area — jowls, brow, or midface. Pricing by consultation.

Most Popular Full Face Thread Lift From $2,800

Multiple vectors across jawline, midface, and lower face for a comprehensive lifting result.

Combination Thread Lift + Fillers By Consultation

Thread lift for structural repositioning paired with strategic filler for volume — Dr. Anna’s preferred full-face approach.

Common Questions

Thread Lift Q&A

Silhouette InstaLift is an FDA-cleared thread lift device using PLLA (poly-L-lactic acid) sutures with bidirectional cones. PDO (polydioxanone) threads are a different material that dissolves faster and has less structural support. InstaLift is specifically designed for facial lifting and collagen stimulation — it is a more robust, physician-grade system than standard PDO threads. Dr. Anna uses Silhouette InstaLift exclusively because of its clinical track record, FDA clearance, and superior collagen-stimulating profile.

Ideal candidates have mild to moderate facial laxity — typically patients in their late 30s through 60s who notice sagging in the jowls, midface, or brow but are not ready for or interested in surgical facelift. Patients with very thin skin, significant skin excess, or advanced laxity may be better served by surgery. Dr. Anna will give you an honest assessment at consultation — she will tell you clearly if she believes a different treatment would serve you better.

Local anesthetic is administered to the treatment zones before any threads are placed. Most patients feel mild pressure and a pulling sensation as the threads are positioned — this is not described as painful. After the anesthetic wears off, mild soreness and tightness are normal for 2–5 days. Most patients manage comfortably with over-the-counter pain relief if needed.

Yes — and this combination is central to Dr. Anna’s Full Face Rejuvenation approach. Thread lift provides structural repositioning; fillers restore volume; Botox relaxes the muscles that pull the face downward. When designed as a cohesive plan, these three modalities work together to produce results that look genuinely natural — not “done.” Dr. Anna will sequence your treatments appropriately based on your anatomy.

The PLLA sutures dissolve over 18–24 months, but the collagen they stimulated remains. Most patients retain a meaningful portion of their lift even after full dissolution, because the collagen scaffolding now supports the tissue. Many patients choose to repeat the treatment at 18–24 months to maintain and build upon their result — often requiring fewer threads the second time.

Ready to Lift?

See What InstaLift
Can Do for Your Face

Dr. Anna will assess your laxity, explain exactly what a thread lift can achieve for your specific anatomy, and tell you honestly if another approach would serve you better — all before you commit to anything.

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