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Threads in St Louis

Lift and restore your face without going under the knife with PDO or InstaLift threads at Aestheticare STL. Threads are an innovative way to give a natural lift to the skin on your face, neck, and body, helping you appear years younger. By inserting the threads beneath the skin, we’re able to pull and shape your face to reduce skin laxity and other signs of aging.

Thread lifts are perfect for anyone looking to refresh their appearance with minimal downtime. At Aestheticare STL, we specialize in both PDO threads and InstaLift to deliver safe, subtle, and effective lifting results. Whether you’re concerned about sagging jowls, drooping cheeks, or neck laxity, our skilled team tailors each treatment to your needs—no surgery required. Experience one of the best thread lift options in St. Louis and take years off your look with natural, long-lasting results.

Threads Treatment Overview

Thread lifts use dissolvable sutures placed under the skin to lift and tighten sagging tissues. At Aestheticare STL, we use PDO and InstaLift threads to subtly reposition the skin while triggering your body’s natural collagen response. It’s a quick, in-office treatment that provides immediate lifting and continues to enhance your appearance over time. Whether you’re treating the face or body, threads offer a minimally invasive alternative to surgery with beautiful, natural-looking results.

Threads vs. Other Treatments

Unlike surgical facelifts or injectables, thread lifts provide both instant lift and long-term collagen stimulation. While dermal fillers restore volume and Botox smooths lines, thread lifts physically lift sagging skin for a more sculpted look. Compared to lasers or microneedling, threads offer visible lifting in a single session. At Aestheticare STL, we often combine treatments like PDO threads with fillers or skin resurfacing to give you the best possible outcome.

What Threads Treats

At Aestheticare STL, we offer both PDO threads and InstaLift to address a wide range of aesthetic concerns. PDO threads are ideal for improving skin laxity, refining texture, and stimulating collagen in areas like the jawline, neck, and under the eyes. InstaLift threads, on the other hand, are designed to lift deeper facial tissues—making them a better choice for sagging cheeks, mid-face volume loss, and jowling. Whether you need subtle tightening or a more dramatic lift, we tailor the treatment to your needs using the best thread type for your goals.

Details

What It Treats

Loose Skin
Stretch Marks
Skin Laxity
Jowling

Procedure Time

1 Hour

Sessions

1-4

Recovery Time

Possible swelling and bruising for up to 5 days.

Benefits

EXTREMELY SAFE

Threads are medical-grade sutures that are so safe that surgeons even use them for open-heart surgery! After 4 to 6 months, your skin will absorb the threads. At Aestheticare STL, we only use FDA-cleared threads that are biocompatible and clinically tested. Our team of experienced providers ensures each treatment is safe, sterile, and personalized. Whether you’re using PDO threads for facial lifting or InstaLift for mid-face contouring, you can feel confident knowing you’re receiving one of the safest non-surgical procedures in aesthetic medicine today.

INSTANT RESULTS

The moment you step out of our office, you’ll notice the skin-tightening effects of your PDO thread procedure. Even after the threads are gone, you’ll gain long-lasting results with the help of collagen stimulation. Thread lifts provide immediate lifting, and the magic doesn’t stop there. As your body naturally absorbs the threads over time, it simultaneously builds new collagen, enhancing your skin’s firmness and texture. This dual benefit means your results improve over weeks and can last over a year—making thread lifts a powerful combination of short-term wow and long-term renewal.

ZERO DOWNTIME

With threads in St. Louis, you won’t have to worry about taking off work or extended periods of downtime. When you’re done, you can return to your regular daily activities. Most of our clients experience little more than mild swelling or bruising, which fades quickly. That means you can get back to work, run errands, or enjoy a night out almost immediately. Our gentle techniques and localized numbing ensure minimal discomfort during and after treatment—making threads a stress-free option for busy individuals who want a lifted, more youthful look without pressing pause on their life.

Ready to know which thread lift is right for you?

At Aestheticare STL, we offer two different kinds of thread lifts.

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InstaLift Threads

Do you know how you suck your cheeks in & them upward to get the look you want? With Insta Lift in St. Louis, you can achieve this result without having to manipulate your face. This innovative FDA-cleared non-surgical treatment is a great alternative to filler and going under the knife.

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PDO Threads

Polydioxanone (PDO) threads are a special medical-grade thread that is thinner than hair, and made of protein. Research has confirmed that PDO relaxes tendons and muscles, whilst a foreign body reaction improves the blood flow to the area stimulating neocollagenesis (the production of new collagen in the skin).

Step-by-Step Process

You’ll first meet with us for a free consultation to examine your skin and discuss your goals for threads in St. Louis. We’ll evaluate your facial structure, skin laxity, and desired outcomes to determine if PDO threads or InstaLift is the right fit. You’ll receive a tailored treatment plan that outlines the areas to be treated and expected results.

After deciding which threads are the best option for you, we will numb the desired area and insert the threads to give you a lift. Using a fine needle or cannula, threads are gently placed beneath the skin. You’ll feel minimal discomfort, and the lift will be instantly noticeable as the skin is repositioned.

You may notice some slight bruising, but you won’t have to worry about downtime. Within 4 to 6 months, your skin will absorb the threads.

How it works

A thread lift will do an excellent job of pulling the jawline, jowls, and chin right back up close to the bone, instead of drooping. A thread lift creates a much more youthful-looking facial profile without the need for dramatic surgery. This non-surgical treatment uses biodegradable threads to lift the skin while triggering collagen regeneration beneath the surface. Whether you’re using PDO threads or InstaLift, both techniques work beneath the skin to create a firmer, smoother facial contour over time. It’s an ideal solution for mild to moderate sagging without the risks of surgery.

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Lift and tighten

Using the Novathread needle, we insert the threads directly under the skin. They work as a natural framework for your skin. Both PDO and InstaLift threads help reposition loose or sagging skin to restore youthful definition. While PDO threads offer subtle tightening and collagen support, InstaLift provides a deeper structural lift using cone technology—making thread lifts in St. Louis a versatile option for comprehensive facial rejuvenation.

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Results

Within 4 to 6 months, your skin will absorb the threads, boosting the healing process and promoting collagen production. Even after the threads dissolve, the new collagen will continue fighting against signs of aging for long-lasting results. Results can last up to 12–18 months, depending on the type of threads used and your individual skin condition. With each passing week, skin continues to improve—making thread lifts one of the most effective minimally invasive treatments available at Aestheticare STL.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Thread Lifts

What areas can be treated with thread lifts?

PDO threads are great for smoothing and tightening delicate areas like the jawline, neck, under eyes, and around the mouth. InstaLift threads are ideal for deeper lifting in the mid-face, cheeks, and jowls. Both can enhance facial contours with natural-looking results.

How soon will I see results after a thread lift?

Results are immediate with continued improvements over the next 3–6 months as collagen builds beneath the skin.

Are there any risks or side effects with thread lifts?

Mild swelling, bruising, or tenderness may occur. These side effects are temporary and typically resolve within a few days.

What types of threads are used in thread lift procedures?

We use FDA-cleared PDO threads and Silhouette InstaLift® threads. PDO threads dissolve in about 6 months and are ideal for subtle skin tightening and collagen production. InstaLift threads use tiny cones to anchor and lift deeper tissues, offering a stronger, more noticeable lift and lasting up to 18 months. Each type targets different concerns for custom results.

Do thread lifts stimulate collagen production?

Yes! The threads stimulate your skin’s healing response, increasing collagen and elastin production for smoother, firmer skin over time.

A med spa you can trust.

Aestheticare STL is dedicated to not only treating but also educating our patients. Located in the Frontenac area of St. Louis, we’re proud to offer the widest selection of aesthetic procedures in the area to help you get your dream body. We are not a one-and-done provider, rather, we take a holistic approach to help you look and feel your best. Each patient enjoys:

More than 17 FDA-approved medical devices

A professional staff with over 77 years of combined experience in the aesthetic industry

Unmatched variety of procedures and treatments

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