PDO Threads

When you think of facelifts, your first thought may be surgery, but this isn’t always the case. Often, a surgical facelift is the last option that experts suggest to clients. Especially when there is a much safer and more effective alternative available.

A PDO (Polydioxanone) thread is a specially designed medical grade thread that is made of synthetic sutures. The thread is very thin, leaner than a strand of hair. The ingredients used to develop the threads are body-safe and do not cause any allergies or health issues. The PDO threads are used to provide minimally invasive and non-surgical cosmetic treatments.

Studies show that PDO threads have a relaxing effect on the facial muscles. This prevents the formation of frown lines and wrinkles. The process of stitching the PDO threads into the skin stimulates blood circulation in the body, enriching the treatment area with oxygen and nutrients.

The PDO threads are absorbable and they dissolve into the skin when used, making them the ideal solution for cosmetic procedures.

PDO thread lifts come in 3 basic varieties. Each type of PDO thread has its unique length, thickness, and texture. These threads have been designed to target specific cosmetic issues and are suitable for specific skin types. The 3 types are:

Monofilament PDO threads
Monofilament PDO threads are made from a single filament, making them the thinnest PDO threads on the market. These threads are used when you need a minor facelift. The monofilament PDO threads can be used to tighten the skin and reduce the appearance of mild fine lines. They don’t lift moderate-to-severe folds.

Cog/Barbed PDO threads
Cog/barbed PDO threads have small barb-like extensions, which lift the skin up when sutured in. The barbs give the threads the strength to support the sagging skin and reduce the appearance of intense folds. These PDO threads are normally used when working on the forehead and sides of the head.

Screw PDO threads
Let’s say you have hollow cheeks or sunken-in eyes. Then, your aesthetician will use the screw PDO threads. These threads are made up of multiple filaments and are thick. When sutured into the skin, they increase the volume of the skin considerably.

All three types of PDO threads – monofilament, cog, and screw – stimulate the production of hyaluronic acid, elastin, and collagen in the skin. Hyaluronic acid keeps the skin hydrated and facilitates faster healing of the sutures. Collagen is responsible for the fullness, shape, and lift of the facial tissues, while elastin is responsible for the flexibility and connectivity of the skin.

The bruising and inflammation will disappear in a day or two. Over the course of a few days, the PDO threads will naturally dissolve, ensuring there are no unsightly lines or sutures remaining on your face. You are asked not to frown, laugh, or make any expressions for 7 to 14 days. This ensures that you don’t break the PDO threads and give the sutures a chance to dissolve into your dermal cells.

When washing your face, do so only with clean water. Don’t use any rough face washes or cosmetics for a few days, at the risk of accidentally destroying the PDO threads.

The PDO threads once sutured in, can last as long as two years, depending on how well you care for your skin. Once you notice signs of sagging skin again, you can schedule another session of the PDO thread lift. Our med spa prides itself on providing the most personalized solutions designed to help you get the results you seek.

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