The Half Lift is a thread lifting treatment that focuses on the mid to lower face using PDO threads. These dissolvable polydioxanone sutures are placed just beneath the skin with a thin cannula and positioned to support sagging cheeks and jowls. They create an immediate lift, then spur collagen regeneration that keeps improving texture and elasticity as they slowly dissolve.
It is designed for early to moderate signs of aging in the lower half of the face: drooping cheeks, a softened jawline, fine lines around the mouth and contour lost to volume changes. At our Merrick clinic, your provider assesses where lift will matter most, then sets thread number, direction and depth so the result looks refreshed and symmetrical.
- Treatment time
- About 45 to 60 minutes
- Downtime
- Usually a few days
- Results
- Visible lift right away
- Results last
- Up to 12 to 18 months, varies
Benefits of Half Lift
Lifted Cheeks and Jowls
Raises sagging midface and jowl tissue for a fresher lower face
Defined Jawline
Sharpens the lower face so the jaw reads cleaner
Smoother Mouth Area
Softens fine lines around the mouth and lower face
Balanced Sides
Threads can be placed to even out differences between sides
Collagen Regeneration
Dissolving threads stimulate collagen that continues to build for months
Little Downtime
Most people return to daily life within a few days
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Our provider will help you choose the right treatment for your goals.
Half Lift may be beneficial for individuals who:
Notice drooping in the cheeks or jowls- Want a more defined jawline without surgery
- See fine lines forming around the mouth
- Have early to moderate lower face laxity
- Prefer a lift without adding filler volume
- Want a visible lift with minimal recovery
Ready to Lift Your Lower Face?
Book a consultation and see how a Half Lift with PDO threads can restore definition to your cheeks and jawline.
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Questions About Half Lift
How is the Half Lift different from a full thread lift?
The Half Lift concentrates on the mid to lower face, targeting the cheeks, jowls and jawline. A full face thread lift adds areas such as the brows and neck. Your provider will recommend the Half Lift when sagging is focused in the lower half.
How long does a Half Lift last?
The lift is visible right away and improves as collagen forms. The threads dissolve over time, yet the lifting and firming effects can last up to 12 to 18 months for many patients, depending on skin quality and lifestyle.
Is the Half Lift painful?
Each entry point is numbed first, so the sensation is mostly pressure while the threads are placed. Afterward, mild soreness and tightness along the cheeks and jaw are normal for a few days and usually respond well to cool compresses.
Can I get a Half Lift instead of filler?
For some patients, yes. Threads lift and reposition tissue, while filler adds volume. If sagging is the main issue, a Half Lift may address it without adding volume. Your provider may also suggest combining the two for fuller correction.
What to Expect
Your consultation focuses on the mid and lower face, mapping where the cheeks and jowls have descended and where lift should go. A local anesthetic numbs each entry point, and threads are guided beneath the skin with a thin cannula over 45 to 60 minutes. You may feel tightness or mild swelling for a few days. Avoid exaggerated facial expressions, dental work and facial massage as advised, then return for follow up as collagen builds.