A Polydioxanone (PDO) Thread Lift uses smooth threads with no barbs to contract fat tissue and stimulate collagen production, lifting sagging skin. The result is immediate and dramatic but natural-looking.
Unlike a surgical facelift, PDO threads have a dual effect; they reposition the skin, giving a lifted appearance but also promote the body’s natural production of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid.
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Benefits of PDO threads
A PDO thread lift is a nonsurgical facelift treatment that uses polydioxanone (PDO) threads to tighten and rejuvenate the skin. The procedure can perform in less than an hour and doesn’t require anesthesia or visible scarring. It’s also relatively pain-free and safe. This procedure has become popular among celebrities, beauty influencers, and women who want to avoid invasive surgery.
There are different types of PDO threads that can use, including molded, barbed, and smooth threads. Molded threads form a lattice-like structure that strengthens the skin. They help lift sagging skin and reduce wrinkles. Barbed threads have tiny barbs that can pierce the skin and lift it up. They are also effective in reducing fine lines and wrinkles. Smooth threads don’t have any barbs and can inserted into the skin to stimulate collagen production.
The benefits of a PDO thread lift are immediate and long-lasting. The procedure is noninvasive and can repeated as needed. Many patients experience a dramatic improvement in their facial structure and a more youthful appearance after just one session.
Risks and side effects
PDO thread lift is a revolutionary new treatment for cosmetic concerns. The treatment designed to physically lift and tighten skin while stimulating the body’s natural healing process to prolong results. The treatment uses a non-absorbable, FDA-approved synthetic suture that has used for decades in surgery to treat gynecological disorders and for suturing wounds after medical procedures.
During the procedure, a clinician will disinfect the face and mark the area where the threads will insert using a marker. Then, they will use a cannula to pierce the skin and insert the threads into the tissue. After the threads anchored in place, they will be pulled upward to suspend the sagging skin and encourage your body’s natural response of controlled healing that produces collagen.
While complications are rare, there is a risk of scarring and bruising. You may also experience pain during the treatment, but these symptoms will subside quickly. It recommended that you avoid rubbing your face or sleeping on the side of your face for a few days to prevent dislodging the threads.
PDO Thread Lift Treatment areas
A PDO thread lift is an excellent alternative to a facelift when other non-invasive treatments like botulinum toxin or dermal fillers are not effective. It can lift sagging skin, reduce wrinkles, and improve other skin problems like fine lines and crow’s feet, dark spots, and large pores. The procedure is also quick and relatively pain-free, and it does not require general anesthesia.
The treatment works by using FDA-approved PDO threads. The threads have a barbed surface, which grip the skin to create an immediate lift. The threads also trigger a controlled healing response in your body, encouraging collagen production. This new collagen makes your skin more elastic and tighter.
While this treatment is safe for almost anyone, it’s important to talk to your doctor before deciding to get one. Some common side effects include swelling, bruising, and tightness, which can alleviate with over-the-counter pain relievers. In addition, it’s important to avoid rubbing your face for a few days after the treatment to avoid stretching your skin. You should also avoid drinking through a straw, smoking, and undergoing dental procedures until after the treatment is complete.
How long does it last?
PDO thread lift is a quick, easy and pain-free treatment that can performed in less than an hour. You are not under anesthesia, you won’t have any incisions or scarring and your recovery will be faster than a traditional facelift. Your results will be visible immediately and will continue to improve as your body produces new collagen over the coming weeks.
NovaThreads made from FDA-approved polydioxanone and can use in many areas of the face to lift loose skin, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, and restore volume. They’re also safe for all skin types and can combine with laser treatments, injectables (like BOTOX and dermal fillers), and nonsurgical skin tightening procedures to enhance your results.
The threads themselves will dissolve after about six months, but your anti-aging benefits should last for up to a year. For this reason, a single session is often enough to achieve your desired look. You should avoid rubbing your face, sleeping on your side, and undergoing other cosmetic procedures while the threads are in place.
Procedure
PDO thread lift is a non-surgical treatment that offers many benefits compared to surgical facelifts. It is quick, relatively pain-free, has no scarring and requires only half the recovery time. It is a good option for clients who are worried about the risks of surgery and do not want to deal with any downtime.
This treatment consists of placing fine sutures under the skin. These sutures anchor in the deeper layers of the skin and tighten sagging tissues. They also stimulate a natural response in the tissue and promote collagen production. The result is a smooth skin that looks firmer and more youthful.
The injected threads can also correct wrinkles and sagging skin in the neck. They can also help improve the appearance of dark circles under the eyes and reduce the frown lines and crow’s feet. MEDiTHREADS can also use to treat laxity in the arms, stomach, inner thighs and buttocks.
After the procedure, there may be some swelling and bruising. To prevent this, it is recommended that you do not get dental treatments or sleep on your stomach for the first two weeks.
PDO thread lift aftercare
PDO thread lift is an ideal anti-aging treatment for those who want to improve sagging skin and facial contour without having a surgical facelift. It works by physically lifting the skin with the use of polydioxanone threads and stimulates collagen production at a cellular level, smoothing fine lines and wrinkles and firming up the overall appearance of your complexion.
During the procedure, the area will clean and numbed before the threads inserted. The results are immediate, and will continue to enhance as your skin produces more collagen over the next few months. Eventually, the results will last beyond the lifespan of the threads themselves (which dissolve after six to twelve months).
There are no serious side effects associated with the procedure. You may experience some swelling and bruising for the first couple of days after your session, but you can resume all normal activities as soon as your body healed. If you do experience discomfort, over-the-counter pain medication can use to alleviate the symptoms.
Price
The price of a PDO thread lift varies by treatment area and number of threads needed. We recommend a consultation to determine the best technique and threads for your needs.
MEDiTHREAD uses dissolvable medical-grade polydioxanone threads to tighten the skin, enhance the jawline, and rejuvenate the face and neck. The treatment can also reduce fine lines and wrinkles. This minimally invasive procedure is an alternative to surgical facelifts and can give you dramatic, instantaneous results.
Barbed threads have tiny barbs that help lift sagging skin tissues and encourage collagen production for long-lasting results. They are also a great alternative to a traditional facelift for people who want more natural-looking results without surgery.
PDO thread lifts can combined with injectables (BOTOX, Dysport, dermal fillers) and laser skin treatments (Forever Young BBL) for a more complete anti-aging regimen. This combination can reduce fine lines and wrinkles, tighten the skin, improve skin tone and texture, and reverse sun damage. The procedure also has a lower risk of complications than other cosmetic procedures, including facial surgery.
Summary
A PDO thread lift is a revolutionary new aesthetic treatment, but the threads themselves have used safely for decades for other applications like treating gynecological disorders or suturing incisions following medical procedures. PDO threads have a powerful dual effect that tightens skin and stimulates collagen production to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, scarring, open pores, uneven pigmentation and overall skin texture.
When used on the face, the procedure is a non-surgical alternative to a traditional surgical facelift, but it can also do on other parts of the body such as the stomach, arms and knees. The results are long-lasting, delivering a more defined look without the risk of complications.
The threads do not stretch the skin like dermal fillers or other anti-aging treatments, they simply lift the fat layer underneath and your skin gently reacts to them by creating a selective inflammatory response that produces collagen. The process is quick, relatively pain-free and a one-time treatment that will produce immediate results that last for up to 18 months. The sutures will then naturally dissolve within the body after that time.
