Facelift
with tensor threads
Thread lift

Facelift
with tensor threads
Thread lift

Facelift with tensor threads
Treatment to improve facial flaccidity and redefine facial contours without surgery.

MADRID | ZURICH

Facial ageing involves not only the appearance of wrinkles or loss of volume, but also a progressive decrease in tissue that modifies the contours of the face.

As the skin loses firmness, the jawline becomes less defined, the cheeks droop and the facial oval loses structure.

The lifting with tensor threads acts on this component, providing a controlled traction of the tissues and an improvement in skin firmness without the need for surgery.

In Dr. Richard Fakin's practice, this treatment is an intermediate option between medical procedures and surgery, indicated in selected cases where there is mild to moderate sagging.

The aim is not to transform the face, but rather to redefine the contours and improve skin tension in a natural and proportionate way.

Instructions

When is a thread lift indicated?

The lifting with tensor threads is indicated when the main change experienced by the face is loss of firmness and progressive tissue decline, rather than the appearance of deep wrinkles or loss of volume.

Patients often begin to notice that the jawline loses definition, the cheeks droop slightly or the facial contours become less structured. In these cases, thread lifts can offer a visible improvement without the need for surgery.

This treatment is usually considered in situations of mild or moderate flaccidity, especially in the middle and lower third of the face. More than age, the determining factor is the quality of the skin and the degree of sagging of the tissues.

How tensor threads work

Mechanism of action: immediate effect and collagen stimulation

The tensor threads are reabsorbable threads that are inserted under the skin using minimally invasive techniques, following specific vectors that allow the tissues to be repositioned. The treatment works on two levels:

  • Immediate mechanical effect: The threads allow the tissues to be slightly repositioned by means of controlled traction, improving facial contours from the very first moment.
  • Progressive biological effect: Over time, collagen is stimulated around the thread, which helps to improve the firmness and quality of the skin.

This double effect means that the result is not only immediate, but also progressive.

Combined treatments with lifting with tensor threads

Facial ageing is a multifactorial process. For this reason, in many cases thread lifting is combined with other treatments to obtain a more complete result. Among the most common combinations:

  • Hyaluronic acid, to restore volume to the cheekbones or chin
  • Neuromodulators, to treat expression wrinkles
  • Biostimulation treatments, to improve skin quality

In this approach, the threads act on flaccidity, while the other treatments address volume and muscle dynamics. The combination is always defined on an individual basis.

Recovery

What post-treatment looks like

The treatment allows a relatively quick return to normal activity, although it is advisable to take certain precautions during the first few days.

It is advisable to avoid intense facial gestures, manipulation of the treated area and demanding physical exercise. These measures help to favour the correct integration of the threads and to minimise possible side effects.

Facelift with tensor threads:
Frequently Asked Questions

Results can be maintained for up to approximately 12-15 months, depending on skin quality and patient characteristics.

It is performed under local anaesthesia, so discomfort is minimal and well tolerated.

They should not be visible or palpable when treatment is correctly indicated and carried out.

Recovery is rapid. In most cases, normal activity can be resumed within a few days.

Mainly cheeks, jawline, chin and, in some cases, neck.

Dr. Richard Fakin
international elite surgeon

Dr. Richard Fakin is Plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgeon with solid experience in gender affirmation procedures. He specializes in breast surgery, facial surgery, and advanced body procedures. His practice combines technical precision, aesthetic sensitivity, and a deeply personalized approach to each procedure

At his clinics in Madrid and Zurich, Dr. Fakin leads a highly professional and committed team of specialists who share the same philosophy: to offer rigorous medical care, but friendly in its human approach. Each patient receives individualized support, from the first consultation to post-operative follow-up.

As a boutique plastic surgery clinic, the approach is neither massive nor standardized. The team dedicates the necessary time to understand expectations, analyze anatomy, and design a surgical plan precisely tailored to each case. This structure allows us to maintain a high level of quality, confidentiality, and attention to detail in every procedure. Dr. Fakin employs refined surgical techniques that prioritize safety, natural-looking results, and optimized recovery. Meticulous planning and the use of advanced technology allow us to offer harmonious results that reflect each individual's unique identity.

Beyond the technique, Dr. Fakin and his team's commitment is reflected in transparent, honest, and personalized care, where Each patient is treated with dedication and professionalism in all phases of the process.

Our facilities

Madrid

  • C. de Velázquez, 109, 28006 Madrid, Spain
  • madrid@drrichardfakin.com
  • +34 679 85 86 39
  • C. de Velázquez, 109, 28006 Madrid, Spain
  • madrid@drrichardfakin.com
  • +34 679 85 86 39

Zurich

  • Giesshübelstrasse 45, 8045 Zurich
  • zurich@drrichardfakin.com
  • +41 78 206 44 88
  • Giesshübelstrasse 45, 8045 Zurich
  • zurich@drrichardfakin.com
  • +41 78 206 44 88

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