Non-Surgical FaceLift Boston
How Non-Surgical Facelift is Different from Surgical Facelift?
In traditional Facelift surgery, plastic surgeons often rely on tools like fat grafting, permanent implants (such as cheek or chin implants), and deep-plane lifting to restore youthful facial structure. These surgical enhancements can reshape the face and improve volume loss, but they require incisions, anesthesia, and a significant recovery period. Read more about UltraClear Laser Coring Facelift by Dr. Shanthala.
Who is a good candidate for Facelift wiyhout surgery?
At ShanthalaMD, we take a different path—one that’s less invasive, more regenerative, and completely tailored to the aging face without surgery. Our Non-Surgical Facelift Approach Does Not Involve: Cutting or removing skin, Surgical fat grafting, Permanent implants or hardware, General anesthesia or extended downtime
Instead, We Use a Layered, Scientific Strategy to Rejuvenate:
1. Skin Tightening & Lifting- Using advanced lasers and energy-based devices to firm and stimulate collagen production.
2.Volume Restoration with Fillers- Temporary but highly effective hyaluronic acid and biostimulatory fillers to restore midface volume and definition in the jawline and temples.
3.Skin Quality Enhancement- Targeting pigmentation, texture, and tone with resurfacing lasers and regenerative therapies.
4.Regenerative Medicine- We integrate platelet-rich plasma (PRP), exosomes, and peptides to support long-term skin vitality, healing, and glow.
This multimodal approach mirrors the goals of surgical facelift techniques — restoring youthful facial balance, volume, and skin quality — but without the risks or permanence of implants, grafts, or incisions.
The result? Natural-looking rejuvenation that evolves with you, not against you.
What is a Non-Surgical Facelift?
In reality, the term non-surgical facelift is a bit of a misnomer. While there’s no actual non-surgical equivalent to a traditional facelift, many patients achieve stunning, rejuvenating results through a combination of cosmetic treatments that can mimic the effects of a facelift.
Achieve a natural, youthful lift without surgery through advanced techniques like dermal fillers, PDO threads, and skin-tightening treatments. Dr. Shanthala customizes each non-surgical facelift to rejuvenate your appearance with minimal downtime to help patients achieve a youthful, refreshed appearance without going under the knife.
Nonsurgical cosmetic treatments by Dr Shanthala
How Does a Non-Surgical Facelift Work?
We use a tailored combination of non-surgical procedures that target skin quality, volume loss, wrinkles, and overall facial contour. These customized treatments provide patients with remarkable, natural-looking results, allowing them to look younger and more refreshed—without the downtime of surgery.
Interested in what top surgeons say about non-surgical facial rejuvenation?
Read this peer-reviewed study by a renowned facial plastic surgeon highlighting why many experts recommend starting with non-invasive treatments, especially for patients under 50.
1. How long does it last compared to Surgical lift?
Nonsurgical facelifts are temporary but effective solutions for those who are afraid of facelifts, those who can not afford a facelift, and those who want to look natural not plastic.
2. Role of Dermal Fillers for Lift and Volume
One of the primary tools for a non-surgical facelift is correction of lost volume with dermal fillers. Fillers, such as hyaluronic acid, help restore volume to areas like the cheeks and the surrounding eye area. This is not the same as the trademarked Y Lift procedure; too many HA fillers are injected under the muscle to lift, without achieving accurate skin tightening and collagen stimulation.
The primary goal of HA fillers is to gently correct lost volume, rather than lift and reduce the appearance of hollow areas and smooth out deep lines and wrinkles. Combining dermal fillers can give the face a more youthful contour, often making patients feel like they’ve had a facelift, even though it’s a minimally invasive treatment.
2. What is the cost of a nonsurgical facelift compared to surgical facelift or surgical necklift?
The value of no downtime or minimal downtime with non surgical facelift compared to surgical facelift is huge. The cost varies and based on physician practice, which combination treatment was used- for example UltraClear laser Skin Tightening with or without Biostimulators or ablative lasers such as CO2 or Lasercoring, area of treatment, face or neck or chest and underlying skin condition, and sessions.
Explore our before After photos. To achieve firmer, tighter skin, we combine biostimulators such as Sculptra with advanced laser treatments. These treatments stimulate collagen production, improving skin texture, elasticity, and tone. Laser treatments, including our state-of-the-art Ultraclear Laser, provide remarkable tightening effects and can be especially effective for patients who want a facelift-like result without surgery.
3. Fillers, and Lasers for a Comprehensive Approach
By combining Botox, dermal fillers, and laser treatments, we address multiple signs of aging at once. Botox relaxes facial muscles to reduce wrinkles, fillers restore lost volume, and lasers improve skin texture and quality. Together, these treatments provide a holistic improvement, targeting everything from fine lines to sagging skin.
4. What is the most effective non surgical facelift?
Advanced Laser Treatments (Ultraclear and More)
Dr. Shanthala offers a wide variety of laser treatments, including the LaserCoring & Ultraclear Laser. This highly effective treatment can mimic the effects of dermal fillers by stimulating collagen production and tightening the skin. Patients often experience dramatic transformations, looking as though they’ve had fillers or surgery—without ever needing an injection. By combining various lasers, such as HIFU (High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound), radiofrequency microneedling, and others, we are able to address multiple layers of the skin, providing a lifted, youthful appearance.
5. Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy
PRP therapy is another advanced method we use to improve skin quality. By using your body’s own natural growth factors, PRP promotes healing and collagen production, which results in smoother, tighter skin. Combined with lasers or fillers, PRP can enhance your non-surgical facelift results.
6. Thread Lifts for a Natural Lift
Thread lifts are a minimally invasive option for those seeking a facelift-like result. Dissolvable threads are strategically placed under the skin to lift sagging areas such as the jowls, neck, and cheeks. At Shanthala MD, Dr. Shanthala often combines thread lifts with dermal fillers, Botox, and laser treatments for even more dramatic, natural-looking results.
7. Why Choose Dr. Shanthala for Your Non-Surgical Facelift?
Dr. Shanthala’s expertise lies in creating personalized treatment plans that combine multiple non-invasive procedures for optimal results. By using a blend of fillers, Botox, lasers, and other innovative treatments, she provides patients with a refreshed, youthful look without surgery. Her careful approach ensures natural results that make you look and feel your best, while avoiding the downtime and risks associated with traditional facelifts. Read our patients testimonials on RealSelf and Google.
Contact Us for Your Personalized Non-Surgical Facelift Consultation
Ready to experience the benefits of a non-surgical facelift? Contact us at Shanthala MD to schedule your consultation and let Dr. Shanthala create a customized treatment plan just for you.
A good candidate is someone with mild to moderate sagging, early wrinkles, or volume loss who wants natural improvement without surgery or long downtime.
Results vary depending on the treatments used. Most patients enjoy improvements that last 12–24 months, with maintenance sessions extending results further.
Mild swelling, redness, or bruising may occur, but these effects usually fade within a few days. Because procedures are non-invasive, recovery is much easier than surgery.
Yes. Non-surgical facelift options avoid anesthesia, incisions, and long recovery. All treatments are performed by Dr. Shanthala, a Harvard–Yale trained physician, ensuring safety and natural outcomes.
The cost depends on the combination of treatments—such as fillers, lasers, and threads—that best suit your needs. A consultation allows us to create a customized plan with transparent pricing.
Yes. Dr. Shanthala often combines fillers for volume, threads for repositioning, and advanced lasers for skin tightening to achieve a full-face rejuvenation without surgery.
No. While some providers overpromise results, however proven treatments like laser coring, meticulous placement of fillers, and threads can safely restore youthful contours when performed by an experienced physician.
Dr. Shanthala Shivananjappa
Dr. Shanthala is a board-certified, Harvard trained anesthesiologist, assistant professor at Yale University, and staff at Massachusetts General Hospital prior to opening her cosmetic medicine clinic. Her extensive experience working with plastic surgical patients in the operating room for more than 25 years, paired with years of training in non-surgical cosmetic procedures, has enabled Dr. Shanthala to have a unique perspective on Anti-aging treatments.