Thread lifting in the area of the chin is a modern, minimally invasive aesthetic procedure aimed at lifting sagging tissues, improving the oval shape of the face, and reducing the "double chin" effect and blurred jawline. The procedure involves the implantation of thin, bioresorbable threads (PDO, PLLA, or PCL) which mechanically lift the tissues while also stimulating the skin to produce collagen and elastin.
In the chin area, threads with hooks or protrusions are most commonly used, creating an internal scaffolding that tightens the skin and supports its restructuring. This allows for an immediate lifting effect that deepens gradually in the following weeks.
Who is recommended for chin thread lifting?
The procedure is particularly recommended for individuals with loose skin in the lower part of the face, where tissue sagging occurs, leading to decreased tension and a blurred jawline contour – often following weight loss or as a stage after fat reduction (e.g., after lipolysis, cryolipolysis, RF). Thread lifting can also be part of anti-aging therapy for slim individuals who do not require volume reduction but need to restore tissue tension and support.
Which threads to choose for different types of chin skin?
- Thin, loose skin without significant fat volume - Smooth threads (PDO), spiral or screw threads
Used to improve skin density, elasticity, and tension. Ideal for individuals with thin skin, minimal sagging, and visible collagen loss. Provides a subtle revitalization and densification effect without mechanical lifting. - Moderate sagging and blurred jawline contour - Threads with hooks (PDO, PLLA, PCL)
Provide mechanical lifting of the skin and reinforce the jawline. Recommended for patients 40+ with early tissue sagging and prominent "double chin." They can be combined with smooth threads to improve skin structure. - Thicker skin with localized fat under the chin (e.g., after lipolysis) - Threads with hooks + optionally elastic threads (spring, tornado)
Act as lifting and support skin tightening after fat volume reduction. Recommended for patients after cryolipolysis or injectable lipolysis to prevent loose skin. - Older, sagging skin 50+ with sagging lower face - Hook threads in PLLA or PCL technology (slower resorption)
Provide longer lifting effects (up to 24 months) and intense collagen stimulation. Suitable for patients with significant volume loss and poor skin quality. - After volumetric procedures or surgical lifts - Biostimulating threads (smooth or with micro-protrusions)
Used not for lifting but to improve skin quality and densify it. Ideal as a "fixer" after major aesthetic treatments.
The choice of thread type always depends on the patient's anatomy, skin quality, age, and whether, besides lifting, skin structure improvement is also needed. In practice, a combination of several types of threads - lifting and biostimulating - is often used for a synergistic and natural effect.
Effects of chin thread lifting
- Uplifting of sagging tissues and improvement of face oval – immediately after the procedure, there is a visible effect of mechanically uplifting the skin in the lower part of the face, allowing for a clearer, younger jawline contour.
- Reduction of the "double chin" effect and sagging cheeks – threads support tissues in the lateral and central areas, reducing the volume accumulated in the lower face profile, resulting in a more harmonious appearance.
- Sharpening the jawline and improving face proportions – the procedure restores clear boundaries between the face and neck, which particularly, in individuals with a blurred face contour, provides a visually slimming and rejuvenating effect.
- Stimulation of collagen and elastin production – thread implantation activates natural skin repair processes, stimulating fibroblasts for intense regeneration, leading to improved skin quality and density in subsequent weeks.
- Densification and firming of chin skin – biostimulation effect makes the skin more elastic, less susceptible to gravity, and better adherent to deep tissues without the need for adding volume.
- Smoothing fine wrinkles and folds in the lower face – the skin becomes smoother and firmer, positively affecting the aesthetics of the lower face profile, especially in individuals with visible wrinkles around the chin and marionette lines.
- Improvement of tissue circulation and oxygenation – thread introduction activates microcirculation, allowing the skin to regenerate faster, gain a healthy color, and better nutrition.
- Lasting improvement of face contour and long-term rejuvenation – effects last from 12 to 24 months, depending on the type of threads used and skin condition, with skin regeneration continuing long after material absorption.
- Natural effect without exaggerating facial features – thanks to the proper thread placement and individual treatment plan, the face maintains its expression, proportions, and appearance, making the patient look fresh and natural.
What to combine with chin thread lifting to enhance and maintain the effect?
To achieve a full, natural, and long-lasting lifting effect with chin thread lifting, it is advisable to incorporate skin-conditioning treatments that support drainage and reduce fat tissue volume (if present).
- Tissue stimulators (e.g., Sculptra, calcium hydroxyapatite, Nucleofill) – improve skin density and increase its "support," providing better support for threads. Use before the procedure – preferably 4-6 weeks in advance.
- Injectable lipolysis – effectively reduces excess fat tissue, which is particularly important for patients with a "heavier" chin. Recommended as a prior stage – threads can be introduced around 4-6 weeks after completing lipolytic therapy.
- Micro-needling radiofrequency or thermal (RF) – improves skin tension and supports collagenesis. Use after 6-8 weeks from threading when the skin stabilizes.
- Icoone or LPG Endermologie – vacuum massage with microstimulation that supports microcirculation, oxygenation, and skin tension. Can be incorporated 3-4 weeks after threading, especially for patients with edema or loose, thin skin.
- Regenerative or lifting mesotherapy – delivers nutrients to the skin and supports repair processes. Recommended after the procedure, in series every 2-3 weeks.
- Beautytek – improves lymphatic drainage, oxygenates the skin, and has a lifting effect. Can be used after complete healing – usually from 3-4 weeks after threading.
- LED light (red) – has anti-inflammatory effects, aids healing, and stimulates fibroblasts. Safe from the first week after the procedure.
Chin thread lifting is an effective and minimally invasive solution for individuals who want to regain a defined facial contour, improve skin tension, and counteract signs of aging without resorting to surgical methods. Due to the possibility of individually selecting the type of threads – lifting and biostimulating – the procedure allows not only for immediate tissue lifting but also for their gradual rebuilding and densification.
Combining the mechanical effect with deep collagen regeneration makes threads an excellent tool in lower face therapy, both as a standalone procedure and as part of combined therapy. A properly planned procedure, taking into account the skin's needs and the patient's anatomical conditions, allows for achieving a natural, harmonious rejuvenation effect that lasts for many months – without exaggeration and with the preservation of facial expressions.
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