A new minimally invasive technique that is creating quite the buzz in cosmetic dermatology circles is the PDO thread lift. This innovative procedure uses dissolvable threads to lift and tighten sagging skin on the face and neck. Read on to find out everything you need to know about how PDO thread lifts work and what they can do for you.
What Exactly Are PDO Threads?
PDO stands for polydioxanone. This material is a synthetic polymer that has been used for decades in medical procedures such as surgery. The threads used in a PDO lift are made of this same absorbable suture material.
The threads have tiny barbs or cones along them that act like little grappling hooks to latch onto skin and lift it up. The threads stimulate new collagen production that continues lifting and smoothing the skin long after the threads have dissolved.
How Do PDO Thread Lifts Work?
PDO thread lifts are non-surgical procedures that usually take less than an hour to perform. No general anesthesia is required, just a local numbing injection. The threads are inserted via sharp or blunt tip needles into different areas of the face.
The number of threads used depends on the extent of the lift and tightening desired. Once positioned correctly under the skin, the dissolvable threads anchor in place and get to work immediately pulling and lifting loose skin.
As your body naturally metabolizes the PDO threads over the next few months, collagen regeneration is stimulated. This results in more prolonged tightening and rejuvenating effects. Touch-up threads can be inserted as needed to maintain results.
What Are the Benefits?
There are many compelling benefits PDO thread lift offer compared to traditional surgical facelifts:
- Much less expensive than a facelift
- Not as invasive or risky as surgery
- Natural looking results
- Minimal side effects
- Improves collagen production for ongoing benefits
- Can be combined with other treatments
- Takes only 30-60 minutes to perform
- Requires just local numbing medication
Who Is a Good Candidate for PDO Threads?
In general, the best candidates for PDO thread lifts are people in their 30s up to 60s dealing with mild to moderate sagging skin. People with good skin elasticity will see optimal results. PDO threads can lift and tighten saggy cheeks, jowls, eyebrows, neck, and décolletage.
If you are in good health with realistic expectations about the extent of correction PDO threads provide, you can be a great candidate for this rejuvenating treatment. Schedule a consultation with a cosmetic dermatologist to determine if one is right for you.
Consider a Quick Lift with PDO Threads
PDO thread lifts offer a cost-effective, low-risk option to tighten and lift sagging skin on your face and neck better than creams or injections alone. With minimal downtime and natural-looking results, it’s easy to see why PDO thread lifts are creating such a huge buzzworthy stir. Talk to your dermatologist to learn more about this exciting new skin tightening and lifting technique.
