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PDO COG THREAD LIFT
A PDO cog thread lift is a non-surgical facelift alternative. Barbed, dissolvable threads physically lift and reposition sagging skin, giving an instant lift that keeps improving as your skin produces fresh collagen.
At Ampika's Aesthetics in Marylebone, London and Hale, Cheshire, we offer cog thread lifts for the jawline, jowls, brows and fox eye, mid-face and full face.
TREATMENT TIME
45 to 120 minutes depending on the area
CONSULTATION FIRST
A detailed consultation to plan your lift
DOWNTIME
Swelling, bruising and tightness for 1 to 2 weeks
RESULTS
An instant lift that improves over 2 to 3 months
ABOUT THE TREATMENT
As we age, the tissues of the face lose support and slowly move downwards. This leads to jowls, a softer jawline, deeper smile lines, flatter cheeks and heavier brows. Unlike smooth threads used for skin texture, cog threads have tiny barbs along their length. Once placed under the skin, these barbs grip the tissue so it can be lifted and repositioned. The threads are made from PDO, a medical-grade dissolvable material, and naturally dissolve over around 6 months, stimulating fresh collagen and elastin as they do. The result is a visible, natural-looking lift without surgery, general anaesthetic or a long recovery.
Why Choose Ampika's Aesthetics
• Advanced cog thread lifting techniques
• Instant, visible lift with long-term collagen benefits
• Treatment for the jawline, jowls, brows and full face
• A tailored plan based on your anatomy
• Clinics in London, Hale and Cheshire
WHAT TO EXPECT
Your Consultation
Your practitioner will assess your skin laxity, facial structure and goals, explain what a thread lift can and cannot achieve, and plan the direction and number of threads. They will go through the risks and aftercare in detail before you consent.
Your Treatment
The area is cleansed, marked and numbed with local anaesthetic. Each cog thread is inserted through a tiny entry point using a cannula, then gently pulled to lift the tissue into its new position. Excess thread is trimmed so nothing is visible.
Straight After
You will see an immediate lift. The area may feel tight, swollen and tender, and you may notice small bumps or puckering that settle over 1 to 2 weeks.
Who Is It Suitable For?
A cog thread lift suits adults with mild to moderate sagging, such as early jowls or heavy brows, who want a lift without surgery. It is often chosen by people who are not ready for a surgical facelift. It is not suitable for very advanced skin laxity, during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or if you have an active skin infection, certain autoimmune or bleeding conditions, or a tendency to keloid scarring. Results vary from person to person.
How a Cog Thread Lift Works
Cog threads have small barbs that hook into the tissue under the skin. When the thread is placed and gently pulled in the chosen direction, the barbs lift and hold the tissue in its new position, giving an immediate mechanical lift.
Over the following months, the threads stimulate collagen and elastin around them. As the threads dissolve, this new collagen helps hold the lift and improves the firmness and quality of the skin.
Areas We Treat
Your practitioner will recommend the lift that best suits your face.
Mini Lift
A targeted lift using a small number of cog threads, ideal for early sagging or a subtle refresh.
Fox Eye and Brow Lift
Lifts the outer brow and corners of the eyes for a more open, lifted and refreshed eye area, using 2 to 4 cog threads.
Jawline Lift
Redefines a softening jawline for a sharper, more sculpted profile.
Lower Face Lift (Jowls)
Lifts sagging jowls and tightens the lower face for a smoother jawline.
Cheeks and Mid-Face
Lifts the cheeks back into a higher position and softens deep smile lines as part of a full face lift.
Full Face Lift
Our most comprehensive treatment, lifting the mid-face, jowls and jawline for a complete, non-surgical facelift result.
Benefits of a Cog Thread Lift
A visible lift today and firmer skin for months to come.
• Instant, visible lift
• Lifts jowls and sharpens the jawline
• Softens smile lines and marionette lines
• Lifts the brows for a more open eye
• Stimulates new collagen and elastin
• No cutting, stitches or general anaesthetic
• Results can last 12 to 18 months
TREATMENT PRICES
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Results and How Long They Last
You will see an immediate lift, which becomes more natural as swelling settles over 1 to 2 weeks. The result continues to improve over 2 to 3 months as collagen builds. Results typically last 12 to 18 months.
Results vary from person to person.
Aftercare
• Sleep on your back with your head raised for the first week
• Avoid wide mouth opening, chewing gum and dental treatment for 2 weeks
• Do not massage, rub or press the face for 2 weeks
• Avoid exercise, saunas and alcohol for at least 1 week
• Avoid facials and facial treatments for 4 weeks
• Take paracetamol if needed for discomfort, avoiding anti-inflammatories unless advised
An Instant Lift Without Surgery
Lift, contour and refresh your face with a treatment that keeps improving over time.
Book your thread lift consultation at our Marylebone or Hale clinic.
