PDO Thread Lift
Collagen-stimulating PDO threads for facial and neck lifting
PDO threads — made from the same absorbable suture material used in cardiac surgery — provide the most established safety record among thread lift options. Inserted beneath the skin, they lift tissue immediately and trigger a prolonged collagen response that firms and tightens the treated area over 6 months.
PDO threads are available in smooth, twisted and barbed configurations — smooth threads improve skin quality while barbed cog threads provide mechanical lifting force. The right configuration is selected based on the area treated and degree of laxity.
Key Benefits
- Long safety record with PDO suture material
- Multiple thread configurations for lifting and skin quality improvement
- Collagen response extends results beyond thread absorption
- Applicable to face, neck, jowls and décolletage
Is This Treatment Right For You?
- Patients wanting PDO-specific thread lifting for established safety profile
- Those seeking both skin quality improvement and mechanical lifting
- Anyone wanting non-surgical neck or jawline definition
What to Expect
Assessment & Planning
Laxity, skin quality and lift vectors are mapped for optimal thread placement.
Anaesthesia
Local anaesthetic is infiltrated along thread insertion paths.
Thread Insertion
Smooth, twisted or barbed PDO threads are inserted per the treatment plan.
Post-Treatment Review
Review at 4–6 weeks assesses collagen response and any additional threads needed.
Recovery & Aftercare
Swelling and bruising for 3–7 days; tenderness at insertion points settles within 1–2 weeks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between PDO, PCL and PLLA threads?
PDO dissolves in 6 months and is the most established; PLLA provides longer stimulation over 12–18 months; PCL is the longest-lasting at 18–24 months — the dermatologist selects based on your goals.
Is a PDO thread lift painful?
Local anaesthetic makes the procedure comfortable; mild soreness at insertion points is common for a few days after.
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