PDO Threads

Threads do cause a minimal amount of micro-scarring which helps create a stronger and longer-lasting lift. The micro-scarring that occurs with PDO threads is actually beneficial to your lift and is less than the micro-scarring you get with other treatments such as biostimulatory fillers, RF microneedling, etc. The micro-scarring that occurs will not cause any negative effects even for future surgical treatments.

PDO threads are not permanent but dissolve into the skin over time. As they dissolve, the threads increase collagen and elastin production, leaving you with smoother, more lifted skin that lasts.

Absolutely. At GaliDerm Aesthetics, our PDO threads treatment can lift, firm, and smooth your skin while you enjoy our relaxing, spa-like environment.

The threads typically last about 9 months to a year at which point they start to dissolve but the lift will last a little longer due to the collagen that was produced during that time period.

Barbed or lifting threads do have the possibility to move or migrate but it is not common especially when they are placed in the correct plane, and the patient follows appropriate aftercare instructions.

We ensure a comfortable treatment by numbing the entire area before starting the procedure, so the treatment itself should be very comfortable. Once the numbing starts to wear off, the initial discomfort will start. The tenderness/soreness will be the most intense during the first 3 days, then the discomfort will become more moderate from days 4-14 at which point the discomfort will transition from mild to sporadic until 4-6 weeks out.

PDO threads work by physically lifting the tissue and repositioning the fat pads in the face. Once lifted the threads will cause the body to create collagen, elastin, and micro scarring which will help lift further and ensure a longer-lasting lift. The threads typically start to dissolve around 9 months out and the lift will continue to stay up for about 1-1.5 years out, while the collagen that was created will typically last 3-5 years.

The lift will typically last about 1-1.5 years and the collagen that was produced will last about 3-5 years. Maintenance can be done around 1 year.

While you may notice some firmness and lift immediately after treatment, it can take a few months to see the full benefits. Once your skin builds up more collagen, you’ll see smoother, younger-looking skin that will last for 1-2 years.

Every patient is different but typically swelling, if it does occur, will resolve within the first 3 days to a week.