Dermal fillers are very popular for tackling the signs of ageing, but when the issue progresses from lines and wrinkles and starts to include saggy loose skin, you may be tempted by the idea of a thread lift.
That’s the suggestion behind thread lifting – to rejuvenate your appearance by ‘lifting’ the facial tissues to a more youthful position.
However, this is not as straightforward as it might sound.
Dr John Tanqueray at Mulberry House Clinic and Laser Centre has recently made the decision to stop offering threadlifts as in his words:
“…the numbers of people we see who are really suitable for a threadlift is very small, and in our view the potential benefit from threadlifts is quite minor.”
Thread lifts are not the miracle cure for ageing that they might sound. They can be expensive, look unnatural in the short term and generally not provide such a good result as can be achieved using other treatments.
We have prepared a comparison of dermal fillers vs thread lift.
Quick Comparison – Dermal Fillers vs Threadlifting
Dermal Fillers | Threadlifting | |
| Involves injections | ✔ | ✔ |
| Non-surgical | ✔ | ✔ |
| Replenishes lost volume | ✔ | Limited benefit |
| Sculpting nose, chin, cheeks | ✔ | ✘ |
| Mild lifting | ✔ with ‘non-surgical facelift’ | ✔ |
| Moderate lifting | ✔ with ‘non-surgical facelift’ | ✔ |
| Neck lifting | Limited benefit | ✔ |
| Brow lifting | ✔ | ✔ |
| Instant result? | ✔ plus then tends to improve | ✔ effects tend to diminish within a few weeks |
| Downtime | Usually none/minimal | Bruising |
| Discomfort | None – injections include local anaesthetic | Local anaesthetic injections required prior to treatment |
| How long does it take? (not including consultation/anaesthetic) | 15-30 min | 30-45 min |
| How long does it last? | Usually 9-18 months | 6-12 months |
| Costs | from £410-£1,380 | from £930 -£2,500 |
Thread Lifts at Mulberry House Clinic
Find out more about why Mulberry House Clinic no longer offer threadlifting in
Non-Surgical Facelift
The non-surgical ‘liquid facelift’ has become a very popular option at Mulberry House Clinic and we believe that it offers an excellent solution for clients who want a rejuvenating ‘lift’ for their facial features.
Results are natural looking and the procedure is very safe with an instant impact and minimal if any recovery implications. It is cheaper than a thread lift, but generally looks more natural and refreshing too.
For more information check out:
- 8-point face lift without surgery
- Multi-Point face lift
- Non-surgical face lift
We are happy to advise on this alternative solution.
With the latest technology such as IPL Skin Rejuvenation, Laser Skin Treatments and INFINI radiofrequency treatment, there is a host of alternative options which can achieve some great results. It is our mission to recommend what’s right for each individual.
Northamptonshire Dermal Fillers
Dr John Tanqueray at Mulberry House Clinic based in Hardingstone near Northampton has an excellent reputation for providing natural-looking dermal filler treatments to revolumise and reshape the face.
He personally carries out detailed consultations prior to treatment and administers all injections himself. He also offers training for other medical professionals and has an excellent reputation as a former GP.
Mulberry House Clinic, Established 2003
Mulberry House Clinic has an excellent reputation in the Northampton area as an independent, doctor-led practice with over 10 years experience. Cosmetic skin treatments are carried out by Dr John Tanqueray, who also works with Allergan to train other professionals in his skills and techniques.
For further information or to arrange a confidential consultation, please complete our contact form, call 01604 702630 or email: info@mulberryhouseclinic.co.uk.
