PDO THREAD LIFTING

WHAT IS PDO THREAD LIFT?

An excellent and effective cosmetic technique to lift and tighten sagging skin tissues’ Thread lift therapy originated from oriental acupuncture therapy to control and improve tissue stimulation and muscle contraction. The threads are made of a material called Polydioxanone (PDO). PDO has over a decade-long safety track record in surgery and wound closure. PDO has been used for about ten years in orthopedic and cardiovascular surgery. PDO gained FDA approval in 2004. The PDO threads can very effectively strengthen the contour of the face, reduce roundness, lift sagging skin in the cheeks, jowls, and neck, and produce an excellent eyebrow lift.

We use NovaThreads! They can fill wrinkles and slightly lift the skin. Additionally, due to the PDO being absorbed, the skin naturally produces collagen.

WHAT ARE PDO THREADS?

Protein-based Polydioxanone (PDO) threads are a particular medical-grade thread thinner than hair. According to research, PDO relaxes tendons and muscles, but a foreign body reaction stimulates neocollagenesis (the production of new collagen in the skin) by increasing blood flow to the area. It also increases elastin and hyaluronic acid, which are essential for preserving the firm, youthful appearance of the skin.

Polydioxanone is used for biomedical applications, particularly in cardiothoracic surgery, because it is fully absorbed by hydrolysis within 4 to 6 months & doesn’t create any scar tissue. The foreign body stimulates collagen synthesis & the skin structure made will hold for another 12 to 15 months.

THERE ARE NO CUTS OR INCISIONS. PURELY INJECTIONS!

NovaThreads are needles that are pre-loaded with a PDO thread. Insert the whole hand into the interstitial tissue at the subdermal level, parallel to the skin’s surface & pull the needle out. The PDO thread remains under the skin.

MESHING & LIFTING

A beautiful and healthy face has a “V-shape.” With the aging of tissues and the action of gravity, this “V-shape” gets lost. The idea behind the Nova-Mesh and the Nova-Lift technique is to either create a scaffolding to support the tissues and keep them in the “V-shape” or, where necessary, to delicately Lift the tissues and reposition the skin to recreate the “V-shape” where it’s been lost.

Common Questions About PDO THREAD LIFTING

WHICH AREAS CAN BE TREATED?

Upper and lower cheeks
Foreheads (brow lift)
Jawline, Neck
Naso-labial folds (nose to mouth lines)
Marionette lines (corners of the mouth)
Arms
Buttocks
Abdomen

HOW DOES THE TREATMENT WORK?

The PDO Thread Lift works by redefining the facial contours and inducing collagen production, creating a lifting effect that lasts for up to 2 – 3 years. The threads will form an integrated support structure for the face tissue due to collagen synthesis. The lifting effect is at its peak six months later when collagen has formed around the threads.

WHAT HAPPENS DURING TREATMENT?

A local anesthetic is injected into the treatment area. The PDO thread will then be introduced using a cannula or micro-needle in the required area. Your face will feel numb, and your mouth may be asymmetrical for a few hours, similar to dental injections. Please refrain from chewing or drinking hot liquids until your face has regained full sensation. You will be able to fully resume your everyday routine and social commitments within a couple of days. PDO Therapy is a tailor-made treatment that can be adjusted to your requirements. When you combine PDO Therapy with Fillers and Botox, significant results can be achieved.

HOW LONG DOES A THREAD LIFT LAST?

There is an immediate improvement seen after Thread Lift treatments with a visible lift in the areas treated. This will improve for 2-6 months as new collagen grows between the threads and gives further lift and tightening to the skin. The PDO threads gradually dissolve over six months, but the resulting lift remains.

HOW LONG DOES TREATMENT TAKE?

Treatment time depends on many factors and the size of the treatment area, but it can take between 30 -60 minutes. Thread Lift Therapy vs. Surgical Face Lift There is minimal downtime and no general anesthetic risks. The specialized needles allow small areas to be tackled effectively. There are no incisions, stitches are not required, and scarring is unlikely.