Sagging facial skin is one of the major contributors to an aged and tired appearance. Silhouette InstaLift® is a minimally invasive procedure that redefines the contours of your mid-face by lifting the deeper layers of your skin for a more youthful look.

The procedure lifts and restores contours to the mid-face and cheek area.

As with all treatments, be sure to ask your physician if InstaLift is right for you. InstaLift is most often recommended for people (mid-30s to age 50) seeking a rejuvenated, yet natural-looking appearance, as well as experiencing a loss of elasticity/sagging skin and loss of volume in the mid-face. They look in the mirror and lift their cheeks, wishing they could revert to where they once were and envision the youthful appearance they once had.
 
These people are looking for an immediate lift while adding volume over time. In fact, they may have previously received cosmetic injectables. However, they don’t feel ready for surgery. While they have good skin quality, they also notice their nasolabial folds and/or sagging in their cheeks.

Talk to your physician about your expectations and ask any questions before starting treatment. Also, be sure to tell your physician about any treatments you’ve already had and any medicines you’re currently taking.

During the in-office procedure, a specially trained physician will begin by marking the areas of desired lift on the patient. They will then gently insert a needle to a depth of 5mm and guide it through the subcutaneous tissue of the mid-face and extract it at each bi-directional exit point. The sutures have bi-directional absorbable cones that hold them in place. The treatment is generally well-tolerated by patients and takes approximately 45 minutes.

No. Your physician will only use a local anesthetic to numb the area before treatment.

The treatment is generally well-tolerated by most patients. Here are a few guidelines to follow after your procedure:

• Apply cold packs immediately after the procedure if required
• (Cold packs should be wrapped to avoid direct contact with skin and insertion point)
• Acetaminophen may be taken in case of pain
• Makeup may be gently applied after a minimum of 24 hours
• Sleep face-up, in an elevated position on pillows for 3-5 nights
• Do not rub face aggressively when washing, shaving and drying face for 5 days. Be gentle.
• Avoid excessive face and neck movements for 2 weeks
• Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and UV light for 2 weeks
• Avoid participating in high impact sports (e.g. running) for 2 weeks
• Do not use saunas for 3 weeks
• Avoid dental surgery for 3 weeks
• Avoid facials or face-down massages and facial aesthetic treatments for 4 weeks

Always consult your physician should you experience any side effects.

You may notice a youthful-looking appearance that continues to improve over 6 months following treatment with long-term results lasting up to 2 years.

Yes. The Silhouette InstaLift® was FDA-approved in 2015.