FAQ

PDO threads are a type of non-invasive and non-surgical cosmetic treatment that helps reverse the visible signs of aging on the face and neck.

PDO stands for polydioxanone which is a common chemical compound that has been used in surgical settings, specifically in the suturing of incisions for years.

PDO sutures are used to perform cardiothoracic surgery (such as open-heart surgery). It is one of the fastest materials to be implanted in the body. Your skin fully absorbs it within 4 to 6 months and won’t leave you with any scar tissues.

On a pain scale of 1 to 10, most patients say they never feel anything above level 5 while a thread lift is a little more uncomfortable than injectable aesthetic treatments like Botox and dermal filler. The overall threading procedure is relatively pain-free.

How painful a thread lift is during the procedure depends on several factors including:

Individual pain tolerance levels vary significantly from one person to another. Each individual has their unique threshold for tolerating pain.

A larger, more comprehensive procedure may result in more discomfort compared to a smaller, less invasive procedure.

 Some types of threads such as those with barbs or hooks may result in more discomfort compared to smooth, absorbable sutures.

The type of anesthesia used during the procedure can also impact the level of discomfort experienced.

PDO threading works just fine with any age. Whether you are in your 50’s or late 20’s, it would never be inadvisable to undergo this procedure, especially if your physician highly suggests it.

It is likely that the threads used in the thread lift procedure can cause a foreign body reaction in the tissue, leading to swelling and inflammation; this is a normal response, and the swelling typically resolves on its own within a few days to a week after the procedure.

PLA (Poly-L-Lactic Acid) and PDO (Polydioxanone) thread lifts tend to last longer since the sutures take longer to dissolve.

One of the worst things you can do after a thread lift is to apply an excessive amount of pressure to the threaded area.

If you sleep on your stomach or side within the first five nights post treatment, you may experience swelling, discomfort, bruising, or less-than-optimal results.

The type of anesthesia used during the procedure can also impact the level of discomfort experienced.

On average, patients require between 2-4 threads on each side of the face for a mid-face thread lift. An additional 2-4 threads may be needed for the lower face and/or neck.

Drink plenty of water each day.

Wear quality sunscreen daily.

Avoid smoking.

Use a professional grade skin care line.

Eat a healthy diet.

Take vitamins and supplements that will support overall skin health.

An immediate lift will be seen after one session and will improve within 6 months following your treatment. Your body will naturally break down the threads in a 15–18-month period; however, results can last up to 3 years.

Granted thread lifts always lift, but they can’t restore volume in the same way that filler can. They can lift sagging skin and reduce lines and wrinkles, but they can’t soften and plump up the skin the same way filler can.

If you have been keeping up with beauty news, you may have heard about a trend that’s rising in popularity in Canada.

More people than ever are asking questions and showing interest in thread lifts, a non-surgical, long- lasting procedure that helps boost natural collagen production and reduce the appearance of wrinkles and sagging skin. If you are noticing a bit of loose skin around your face and neck, thread lifts are a much quicker and more cost-effective alternative to full cosmetic surgery.

One of the risks associated with the use of PDO threads is the possibility of thread breakage. When a PDO thread snaps, patients can feel a sudden sharp pain, which is often accompanied by a popping or cracking sound. This occurs due to the sudden release of tension in the thread.

A good candidate for threads is someone who has mild to moderate laxity and desires a natural lift.

If you have hooded eyes and want a more open-eyed look, then the eye thread lift can help you achieve this. Threads are inserted in your brow area to mechanically lift the drooping skin, creating a natural-looking wider eye.

Rejection: the thread is a foreign body and might even be rejected by certain people, or it may start to protrude out of the skin.

Ripping: the threads may bunch up and cause the surface of the skin to appear rippled.

Numbness: the threads may press on nerves which can lead to numbness.

Purpose: lift and tighten the skin and help rebuild your own collagen

How it works: multiple PDO threads are inserted to lift saggy skin. Overtime, it will stimulate your body to make its own collagen around the threads.

Results: seen immediately or up to 3 weeks. Results will improve over time.

It is normal to have some swelling, redness, and pain from a thread lift.