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PDO Thread Lift
Nonsurgical Alternative to a Facelift
Have you ever wished for the results of a facelift surgery without undergoing the scalpel? You’re in luck! Much less invasive than a facelift surgery, a PDO thread lift is a procedure which tightens and lifts sagging skin utilizing a dissolvable suture.
This FDA Cleared procedure has taken the industry by storm and provides amazing results for all skin types and age ranges. PDO thread lifts subtly lift facial features and encourage collagen production while simultaneously smoothing fine lines and wrinkles in the treated area. Schedule a consultation at Medical Cosmetics today to see if this treatment is a good fit to help you achieve your desired results.
What Is a PDO
Thread Lift?
The PDO absorbable thread lift procedure is one of the most effective ways to lift and tighten loose, saggy skin without the need for surgery. These dissolving biodegradable sutures are placed under the skin via sterile stainless steel cannulas. Each cannula is then painlessly removed leaving the PDO thread(s) in place to do their magic over the following months.
Which Areas Can Be Treated?
PDO thread lifts are extremely versatile and can be used in nearly any part of the face and neck. It creates a gentle lift to regions of the face that need a small amount of extra support. Thread lifts are commonly used to treat:
Sagging jawline
Horizontal or vertical forehead wrinkles
Nasolabial lines
Sagging eyebrows
Drooping cheeks
Marionette lines
Winkles on the chin and neck
Lift loose skin on the upper arms, stomach, thighs and around the knees
Contact the trusted team at Carter MD Aesthetics today for a consultation to determine if a PDO thread lift is the best option for you. We may be able to combine this treatment with another to provide optimal effects. In many cases this can be thought of as an adjunct or substitute for Sculptra, fat grafting, or hyper dilute Radiesse.
How Does It Work & What Can You Expect?
We utilize absorbable PDO threads made by the companies VSoft and Mint. These threads provide some immediate appearance benefit which continues to improve over successive months. During this time our bodies break down the PDO (polydioxanone) in the threads and replace it with collagen and elastin. Collagen and elastin are the major component support proteins in the skin. Depending upon the number, type, placement, and thickness of the threads used, this breakdown and replacement process can take place over as little as three months to more than a year. Appearance benefit can last up to 18 months or longer in some cases. Additional threads can be placed at any time when desired.
Best Candidates For
Thread Lift Procedure
Individuals of any age and with any skin tone or texture are good candidates for a PDO thread lift treatment. During your consultation at Medical Cosmetics, we will help determine if this particular treatment is a good choice for you. We’ll take into consideration your aesthetic goals, general health, and lifestyle habits. The prime candidate for this treatment would be:
• Individuals who want to avoid an invasive facelift surgery
• Those who desire to improve skin laxity
• Patients which would like to decrease wrinkles
• Anyone who wishes to reduce fine lines
• Women and men who would like to enhance their overall appearance
• Those who enjoy long-lasting results
Many People Are Calling the PDO Thread Lift the New Facelift
Doctors across the industry have been touting the advantages of a PDO thread lift over surgical facelift procedures. One of the biggest pros is that recovery time is greatly reduced when surgical intervention can be avoided. During a facelift surgery the patient is sedated and must arrange for transportation to and from the procedure. Post-surgery, they also require round the clock care for multiple days.
Comparatively speaking, recovering from a PDO thread lift is very easy. No anesthesia is required, instead only local anesthetics are used. That means patients can drive themselves to and from the procedure and will still look like themselves even immediately afterwards. You may experience slight side effects such as swelling, soreness, and redness on the treatment day. Thread lifts are also much more affordable than facelift surgeries.