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PDO Threads
What are PDO Threads?
Polydioxanone (PDO) threads are medical grade threads that are made up of proteins that naturally breakdown and get absorbed by the body over time.
PDO Threads are an effective procedure for treating sagging skin or creasing and adding volume and definition. PDO Threads trigger collagen production in the treated areas as the areas begin to heal. This helps hydrate, thicken and strengthen the skin.
How Are They Used?
Threads are placed using a small needle or blunt tip cannula. After treatment, loose skin is pulled back and looks lifted and tightened.
Larger PDO Threads induce collagen production and physically pull the skin in order to achieve a tighter, lifted appearance in the treated areas. Shorter PDO Threads add definition and subtle volume to targeted areas.
PDO Threads can be placed in the lower face, neck, lips, nasolabial folds and more!
PATIENT EDUCATION
PDO (Polydioxanone) Thread Lift is an FDA-approved treatment to lift and tighten skin. MINT™ stands for Minimally Invasive Non-surgical Thread. It is a unique absorbable thread designed to approximate and fixate sagging tissues. The thread is made from a complex sugar polydioxanone or PDO – a safe suture material that has been used in orthopedic and cardiovascular surgeries for over 30 years. Treatments involve minimal pain and minimal downtime, and the results can be seen immediately, so you can look and feel your best in no time.
PDO THREADLIFT PRE/POST CARE
PRIOR TO TREATMENT
- Avoid the use Aspirin, Motrin, Advil, Ibuprofen, Vitamin E, Gingko, fish oil, St. John’s
Wort, garlic pills, or other anti-inflammatory medications for 1-2 weeks if okay with your
primary physician as they can increase the risk of bruising. For mild pain or headaches
Tylenol is preferred. - You may have some bruising/swelling after the procedure. Over the counter Arnica
supplements have been shown to decrease bruising. Begin taking them starting 3 days
before your treatment. - Do inform your nurse or physician if you have a history of medication allergies, history of
anaphylaxis, and any other medical problems. - The ideal time to schedule this procedure is at LEAST 3 weeks before a big event.
AFTER TREATMENT
- Bruising can vary and some patients may experience moderate bruising lasting up to 14 days or more.
- Treated areas should be handled gently when cleansing.
- Avoid heat therapies and massage in the treated area for 4-8 weeks.
- Avoid heavy physical exercise or exertion for 2 weeks post procedure.
- Normal skincare regimen can be resumed immediately following treatment.
- Patient must lie on back when sleeping for first 4-5 days.
- Patient must avoid strenuous and exaggerated facial muscle use for 5-7 days post treatment. Patient must avoid excessive facial movements including laughing, yawning, etc. for 1-2 weeks post procedure.
- For first 48-72 hours, avoid the use of chewing gum or eating any sort of tough substances such as steak, candy, etc.
- Avoid hair coloring, hair styles, and receiving any hair salon services for 5-7 days post treatment.
- In the event a thread pops, please call the office for further instructions.
