PDO THREAD LIFT BENEFITS
A PDO Thread Lift is a subtle lift to facial or knee features to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, while encouraging collagen production and gently tightening the skin. This treatment also helps improve skin overall texture and smooth scar tissue.
- Lifts and tightens skin
- Boosts collagen and elastin production
- Firms skin
- Minimal downtime
- Minimally invasive treatment
- Last up to two years
PDO THREAD LIFT FAQ
How does PDO Thread Lift work?
A PDO Thread Lift is a minimally invasive alternative treatment to a facelift for patients who are not ready to undergo surgery. PDO, also known as Polydioxanon, is the biogradedable polymer suture used to thread lift. A PDO Thread Lift is a 15 to 20 minute process in which needles are inserted into the area to be lifted. The threads are inserted through the needles to act as a cogs to grasp, lift and suspend the skin.
What can you expect with PDO Thread Lift?
We require you to arrive at least 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment so that a topical numbing ointment can be applied to the soon-to-be treated area. Your medical professional may also capture photographs of the soon-to-be treated area(s).
Once the treatment has started, your Registered Nurse will inject, massage, and evaluate the area being treated. If needed, additional threads may be used to make sure you are happy with the results and that they meet your expectations.
After the treatment, our Registered Nurse will show you the results and will ask if you are satisfied with the results. If you are satisfied with the results, we will give you an ice pack to reduce further swelling and relieve any discomfort.
What are the PDO Thread Lift pre-care instructions?
- Avoid blood-thinner medications like aspirin, ibuprofen, Advil, Aleve for one week before treatment
- Avoid supplements like garlic, ginseng, and Vitamin E for one week before treatment
- Avoid topical retinol products and glycolic acid products for two days prior
- Do not wax, bleach, tweeze or use any other hair removal method to the treatment area for two days prior
- Avoid alcohol for at least 24 hours prior
What areas can be treated with a PDO Thread Lift?
- Full Face
- Neck
How many PDO Thread Lift sessions would I need?
You will need one session for each area that is being targeted.
How long will PDO Thread Lift results last?
Results can last up to two years.
How long do PDO Thread Lift sessions take?
Treatment time depends on the area being treated; sessions range from 15-20 minutes to 45-60 minutes.
This treatment is completely safe and FDA approved.
Is a PDO Thread Lift painful?
This treatment requires 30-minutes of topical numbing ointment to reduce the pain of the treated area.
What are the side effects of PDO Thread Lift?
Side effects from a PDO Thread Lift may include bruising, inflammation, and soreness of the skin. You might feel the thread for a couple of weeks but once they dissolve you will no longer feel them.
*PDO Thread Lift Results May Vary*
Are there any PDO Thread Lift after-care instructions?
After your treatment, you may experience swelling and bruising within the first 48-hours. Therefore, we require you avoid intense physical activity for the first 24-48 hours to help reduce swelling and bruising.