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Our Honest Take on Thread Lifts
Thread Lift at Nazarian Plastic Surgery
At Nazarian Plastic Surgery, our recommendations are rooted in real results, not trends. While thread lifts have become widely popular on social media, Dr. Sheila Nazarian believes in offering only the safest and most effective treatments backed by science and experience. As a board-certified plastic surgeon with a renowned reputation for integrity and innovation, Dr. Nazarian offers an alternative approach that delivers more predictable, longer-lasting outcomes than thread lifts can provide. When threads are used in our practice, it's thoughtfully—and only—in very specific, medically sound applications.
Thread Lift at a Glance
- Fix | Sagging, loose skin on the chest and décolleté
- Procedure | Minimally invasive, in-office
- Results | Tighter, younger-looking appearance
The Technology Behind the Trend
What is Thread Lift?
A thread lift is a cosmetic procedure that uses dissolvable sutures, often called PDO threads, to superficially lift the skin and stimulate collagen. While the concept promises a minimally invasive alternative to surgery, in practice, results are often unpredictable, short-lived, and not effective for truly lifting sagging facial tissues. Though widely promoted on social media, thread lifts may not deliver the dramatic or lasting rejuvenation many patients hope for. At Nazarian Plastic Surgery, we believe in offering only the best, most advanced, proven technologies for natural-looking, lasting results.
Real Results Over Trends
Why We Don’t Use Threads for Facial Rejuvenation
At Nazarian Plastic Surgery, we don't follow trends, we follow the science. Thread lifts have exploded in popularity online, often marketed as a "lunchtime facelift" with minimal downtime. But the truth is, they rarely deliver the lifting power or longevity that most patients hope for. These fine, dissolvable threads simply can't provide the structural support needed to truly elevate facial tissues, and results are often subtle, short-lived, or uneven.
That's why Dr. Nazarian does not recommend thread lifts for the face. Instead, we offer state-of-the-art technologies that are safer, more effective, and designed to provide natural-looking, longer-lasting rejuvenation. These include:
- Radiofrequency-based treatments like Morpheus8 for skin tightening
- Injectable fillers to restore volume with precision
- Microneedling with RF for collagen stimulation
- Surgical options, when appropriate, for long-term lift and contour
Dr. Nazarian is committed to your trust and your results. We'll never offer a treatment that doesn't meet our standards of safety, science, and success.
Thoughtful Innovation Where It Matters
How We Use Threads for Chest Rejuvenation
While thread lifts may fall short in the face, there's one area where they can shine: the chest. At Nazarian Plastic Surgery, we take a highly selective and evidence-based approach to every treatment. For patients struggling with vertical lines and creases in the décolleté, especially those caused by sleeping on their side, PDO threads offer a unique benefit. In this area, the skin is thinner and more prone to folding and wrinkling during sleep. That's where threads, when applied expertly, can offer real support. Dr. Nazarian uses a crisscross thread technique, strategically placing fine, dissolvable threads beneath the skin to act like a subtle internal "shield." This structure helps minimize skin buckling, stimulates natural collagen production, and preserves the smooth appearance of the chest.
When considering a thread lift Los Angeles patients often find this treatment to be::
- Ideal for patients noticing early creasing between the breasts
- Minimally invasive with little to no downtime
- Often combined with other rejuvenation treatments like microneedling, RF, or laser
- A proactive way to maintain youthful décolleté skin, especially for side sleepers
This is the only area of the body where Dr. Nazarian feels thread lifts provide a meaningful, results-driven benefit, and she's refined the technique to ensure it aligns with her high standard of care.
Go In With Realistic Expectations
Thread Lift Benefits
While thread lifts are marketed as a way to lift and tighten facial contours with minimal downtime, we've found that most patients benefit more from other non-surgical options that offer safer, longer-lasting results. However, in very specific cases, such as the décolleté (chest), threads can help prevent fine lines caused by sleeping on your side. In that area, crisscrossed threads act as a support structure, minimizing buckling of delicate skin. This is the only area where we selectively use threads in our practice.
Finding the Best Option For You
Thread Lift Candidates
Most patients seeking a "thread lift" are looking for non-surgical rejuvenation but may not realize there are more effective ways to achieve this. If you're noticing early signs of aging like laxity, wrinkles, or volume loss, our team can guide you toward better, longer-lasting solutions such as radiofrequency-based treatments, microneedling, or expertly placed fillers. For the chest area, where thread lifts may offer some benefit in preventing sleep-induced creasing, we can determine candidacy during your consultation.
A Bespoke Treatment Plan
Consultation and Preparation
At your private consultation, we'll assess your skin quality, areas of concern, and goals to guide you toward the most effective treatment options. While many patients inquire about thread lifts Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Nazarian will recommend only those treatments that align with our standards of safety, reliability, and results. In rare cases, such as chest rejuvenation, we may use threads to help prevent vertical lines. Otherwise, we'll offer better alternatives tailored to your needs, whether surgical or non-surgical.
Precision Meets Beauty
Your Thread Lift Procedure
When used in the chest, PDO threads are placed in a crisscross pattern under the skin to create a "shield-like" support structure. This technique helps minimize fine lines caused by side sleeping and prevents skin from creasing in the décolleté. The procedure is quick, requires little to no downtime, and allows your body to naturally stimulate collagen in the treated area. We do not recommend thread lifts for the face or neck, as we have found more advanced and longer-lasting solutions for those areas.
What to Expect After a Chest Thread Lift
Results, Recovery, and Aftercare
When used in the chest, thread lifts may offer subtle skin support and collagen stimulation. Most patients resume normal activities within a day, with minor swelling or bruising possible. Results in the décolleté area develop gradually, with continued collagen remodeling over time. Unlike facial thread lifts, which often fall short of expectations, this specialized application can offer a meaningful solution for those struggling with sleep-induced chest lines.
Let’s Talk About What Really Works for You
Schedule Your Los Angeles Thread Lift Consultation with Dr. Sheila Nazarian Today
Call today at (310) 263-8231 to book your personalized consultation and find out whether this procedure is the rejuvenation you've been looking for.
Thread Lift frequently asked questions
Since this procedure is strategic and subtle, part of the goal is to provide extremely natural-looking and balanced outcomes.
Local anesthesia is used during the procedure, so most patients find it very tolerable, and patients may experience some mild tenderness or discomfort during recovery.
While there is a possibility of minor side effects like redness, swelling, or allergic reaction, this procedure is considered safe and low risk.
The cost of a thread lift varies based on the specific treatment plan and unique patient needs.
