What is PDO threading lifting?
PDO threading lift is a cosmetic procedure. It involves inserting absorbable polydioxanone (PDO) threads into the skin for a non-surgical facelift effect. These threads are absorbable and used in surgery. These thread breakdown naturally over time.
These threads are inserted under the skin with the help of a thin needle or cannula. They make a supportive structure which lifts the skin and tightens the skin. PDO threads also helps in the stimulation of collagen production, which improves skin elasticity and texture.
PDO threading lift shows immediate results, and shows improvement over several months because the collagen production increases. It is considered a minimally invasive in contrast to traditional surgical facelifts.
What does Procedure involve?
The basic involved steps are given below:
- Consultation: consult with Dr Shuai Wang whether this procedure is suitable for you or not.
- Preparation: In this step the treatment is cleaned. Local anesthesia is applied for numbness to get rid of discomfort during process.
- Insertion of PDO Threads: PDO threads are inserted to the skin using needle or cannula. The threads contains small barbs that stick them in place. These threads make a supportive network inside the skin, which helps in lifting and tightens the skin.
- Adjustment and Trimming: After insertion thread are adjusted by the doctor to achieve desire lifting. Extra thread are trimmed.
- Completion: Once the procedure is complete thread is there to support the skin.
- Recovery: there may be some mild swelling, bruising, or discomfort after this procedure. These symptoms vanished usually within a few days to a week.
- Follow-Up: Follow up your physician in case of any problems.
Whether the procedure is New or Experimental?
It is a new procedure.
What are the possible outcomes of the procedure in the short and long term?
- Short Term:
Immediate Lift: it shows immediate lifting and improves skin tightening.
Mild Swelling and Bruising: Some persons may get mild swelling and bruising around the treated area. These effects are temporary and vanished in few days.
Slight Discomfort: There is a tenderness at the insertion points, and this resolves quickly.
- Long Term:
Continued Tightening: Due to stimulation of collagen production, it helps in skin tightening.
Lasting Effects: this procedure gives lasting effects for a year or more.
Improved Skin Quality: it improves the overall quality of skin and provides a more youthful appearance to skin.
Natural Absorption of Threads: The PDO threads get dissolve and are absorbed by the body over few months. Absorption is natural process.
What are the Risks and possible Complications associated with the Procedure?
Risks and Possible Complications:
- Bruising and Swelling: Mild swelling or bruising may occur at treatment site.
- Infection: May be there is a small risk of infection at the treatment site.
- Pain or Discomfort: Some individuals may experience temporary tenderness at treatment site. Sometimes the thread presses on a nerve, which may cause discomfort. The treads usually don’t need to be removed as this usually resolves as the tread is dissolved.
- Visible Threads: In some cases, threads may become visible. This problem can be resolved by doctor.
- Migration or Breakage: In very rare cases, threads may break. A doctor can manage this.
- Allergic Reaction: some individual experience allergic reaction to PDO materials.
What are the contraindications?
Contraindications
- Avoid this procedure during pregnancy or Breastfeeding
- If there is an active infection or skin condition in the treatment area then this treatment should not be done.
- Individual who are hypersensitive to polydioxanone should not undergo this procedure.
What is the cost of the procedure?
The cost of PDO tread lifting (non-surgical facelift) start from $700
What can the results Look-like?
Potential Outcomes:
- Increase skin tightening
- Enhanced facial contour
- Reduce wrinkles and fine lines
- Improved skin texture
- Natural looking results
- Youthful, Rejuvenated Appearance
PDO threads aftercare advice
- Avoid touching or messaging the treated area.
- Maintain hydration and nutrition DO NOT touch your entry points for 48 hours. If applying a cool compress, avoid contact with the entry points.
- Do not massage the treatment area or receive deep facial massage for the next 2 months.
- Do not pick at the tiny scab that will form at the entry point over the next few days.
- Do not lay down either on your back or on your stomach for 4 hours after the procedure to decrease the possibility of the movements of threads.
- Do not exercise for 4 weeks. This includes all strenuous workouts. Walking is permitted.
- Do not take a shower or wash your hair for the first 24 hours. Avoid hot showers for one week.
- When washing face after 24 hours, gently wash the required area with cleanser (recommended by your injector) and water. It is fine to shampoo and wash over the entry point and to towel off the area.
- Do not take a hot tub, or sauna for one week.
- Do not smoke or consume alcoholic beverages (includes wine) for 1-2 weeks. Smoking and drinking will slow down the healing process.
- Do not apply skin care products/makeup for 24 hours post treatment.
- Do not apply makeup over the entry point until you see your clinician at your follow-up appointment.
- Do not make exaggerated facial expressions for about 2-3 weeks. Avoid aggressive or prolonged chewing, wide yawning, or smiling too large for up to 1 month.
- Do avoid dental work, including cleanings, for 4 weeks.
PDO threads pretreatment advice
- To minimize bruising avoid the following blood thinners ~3 days prior to treatment: baby aspirin, Aleve, Motrin, multivitamins, vitamin E and D, and fish oils – they can cause you to bruise more easily. Note: please consult with your prescribing physician before discontinuing any prescribed baby aspirin or blood thinners. Without clearance from your prescribing physician, we will not be able to treat you.
- Please do not drink alcohol for 7 days prior to the procedure.
- Please do not smoke 2 days before and 2 weeks after treatment.
- You are not a candidate for PDO Threads if you:
- are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- are allergic to any of its ingredients.
- have acute illness or autoimmune deficiencies.
- have a bleeding disorder.
- have keloid or hypertrophic scarring.
- Do not schedule any dental work, including cleanings, 2 weeks prior to treatment.
- We always recommend using sunscreen to protect your skin as we will not perform the treatment on sunburnt skin. Please use care when in the sun and in the days prior to your appointment.
- It’s important not to have a bacterial or fungal infection, or an abrasion in the desired treatment area as it can spread after injection.
- Always inform your clinician of all medications you may be taking, as well as any changes in your medical history.