Unlike surgery, thread lifts are not permanent. The effects usually last between one and three years. Eventually, the threads used in the procedure will dissolve, just like other dissolvable cosmetic treatments, such as dermal fillers. According to a small study, thread lift procedures result in a tighter skin structure. This effect begins to diminish after a year as the sutures dissolve. However, an additional skin rejuvenation effect following the procedure lasted for more than three years.