Forehead Thread Lift
A forehead thread lift places absorbable threads under the forehead and brow to gently raise heavy brows and soften the look of hooded upper eyelids and forehead lines. It takes about 20–30 minutes under local anesthesia, with no incisions, and most people return to normal activities the next day.
What is Forehead Thread Lift?
A thread lift for the forehead and brow uses absorbable threads placed under the skin with a fine cannula. Barbs or cogs on the threads reposition soft tissue, while the thread material stimulates collagen as it slowly dissolves. At Violacell the vector, number and type of threads are chosen for each face; see the overview on the Custom Thread Lift page.
Forehead Thread Lift at a glance
- Procedure time: 20–30 minutes
- Anesthesia: Numbing cream / local anesthesia
- Downtime: Usually back to daily life the next day; mild swelling or tightness for several days
- Discomfort: Moderate
- Sessions: One session; results last months; can be repeated
- Location: Violacell Plastic Surgery, 3F, 138 Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (Sinsa Station Exit 1)
How it works
After numbing, small entry points are made and threads are guided along planned vectors, then gently tightened and trimmed. No incisions or stitches are needed.
Who it is for
- Mildly drooping brows
- Heavy upper eyelid appearance
- Early forehead laxity
Results and how long they last
Lift is visible immediately and continues to refine as swelling settles and collagen forms over 1–3 months.
Risks, recovery and aftercare
Swelling, bruising, dimpling, temporary tightness when opening the mouth, asymmetry and rarely infection or thread exposure. Avoid wide mouth opening, facial massage and saunas for a few weeks.
Frequently asked questions
Is a thread lift permanent?
No. Threads dissolve and results typically last several months to a year or more.
Can it replace a brow lift?
For mild droop it can be an alternative; significant sagging may need surgery.
Related treatments and guides
Medically reviewed by Dr. Kim Young-jun, plastic surgeon · Last reviewed 2026-09-30. This page is general medical information, not a diagnosis; suitability is decided at an in-person consultation.
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