A PDO Thread Lift is a non-invasive and non-surgical cosmetic treatment designed to reverse visible signs of aging on the face and neck. PDO stands for polydioxanone, a chemical compound commonly used in surgical suturing for years. This compound is now utilized in thread lift treatments to improve the skin’s appearance.

PDO Thread Lifts have two primary goals: to physically lift and tighten the skin and to stimulate the body’s natural healing process to prolong results. The treatment involves pulling the skin into a more taut position using PDO threads. These threads also stimulate collagen production in the treated areas. Over a few months, the threads are absorbed by the body, but the collagen remains, providing lasting volume and lift.

1. Physical Lift: The threads physically pull the skin to a higher position, reducing sagging.

2. Collagen Stimulation: The threads encourage the body to produce collagen, which adds volume and maintains the lift even after the threads are absorbed.

Our practitioners will select the appropriate combination of threads and carefully place them to lift sagging skin. The treatment is non-invasive, requiring minimal downtime. You may experience some mild swelling and bruising, which typically resolves within a few days.

The duration of results from a PDO Thread Lift depends on the treated area and the number of threads used. Treatments around the mouth, fine lines, and lip enhancement can last 3-6 months, while lifting treatments for the brow, neck, and lower face can last up to 2 years.

When used cosmetically, PDO smooth threads help tighten and smooth the skin by boosting collagen production and making one’s face look more youthful and rejuvenated. PDO smooth threads are dissolvable sutures that are extremely thin (the size of a strand of hair) and made of a neutral substance that’s very inert to our bodies. It’s the same material that has been used for stitching wounds for decades. When doctors noticed the improvement in skin texture, collagen, and firmness after a sutured cut had healed, the novel idea came about to load this suture thread onto a needle to help place it under the skin, specifically for skin improvement. This procedure worked so well that PDO threads are now one of the most popular procedures for skin enhancement.

There is minimal downtime with PDO Thread Lifts. You can resume normal activities immediately, although you may experience some mild swelling and bruising that typically resolves within a few days.

Avoid blood thinning products 3 days prior to treatment if possible

Avoid alcohol for 5-7 days prior to your treatment

Avoid smoking 2 days prior to your treatment

Do not schedule any dental cleanings or procedures 2 weeks prior to your treatment

You are not a candidate for threads if you have the following:

pregnant or breastfeeding

allergic to PLLA or any of the thread material

have an acute illness, have recently been sick, or received a COVID-19 vaccine/booster in the last 2 weeks

have a bleeding disorder

have an autoimmune disorder

have a history of Keloid or Hypertrophic scarring

The number of treatments required varies based on individual needs and desired results. During your consultation, our experienced professionals will assess your skin and create a personalized treatment plan.

PDO thread cost varies depending on the area(s) treated. We are happy to discuss the cost during your free consultation.

The results from PDO Thread Lifts are instant. Once the threads are inserted into your skin, there will be some visible lifting around the area. As the threads induce collagen production in the treated area, you’ll notice more structure, plumping, and hydration within three months after the procedure, with results peaking around six months. Patients can enjoy their PDO Thread Lift results for up to two years.

PDO Thread Lifts are generally well-tolerated. A topical numbing cream is applied before the procedure to minimize discomfort. Most clients experience only mild sensations during the treatment.

Common side effects include temporary swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort at the injection sites. These effects are usually mild and resolve on their own. As with any treatment, there are potential risks, but our practitioners will discuss these with you before the procedure.