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PDO Threads
PDO Threads
PDO Thread treatments offer a powerful, non-surgical solution to lift and rejuvenate the skin with little downtime. Using medical-grade PDO (polydioxanone) threads, a safe, absorbable material used in surgical sutures, this treatment can provide both instant lifting and long-term collagen stimulation for firmer, smoother, and more youthful-looking skin.
At GFaceMD, we offer two types of PDO threads, each designed to target different concerns and levels of support:
- Lifting Threads have tiny barbs that gently anchor the skin, creating an immediate lifting and contouring effect. They’re ideal for areas such as the jawline, cheeks, brows, neck, and lower face, helping restore definition and reduce sagging without surgery.
- Smooth Threads are placed beneath the skin to tighten, firm, and improve texture. Smooth PDO threads don’t lift but instead stimulate collagen and elastin production, making them perfect for treating fine lines, creasing, or areas of early laxity such as around the eyes, nasolabial fold, marionettes, lips, neck, and décolletage.
Over time, as the PDO threads dissolve naturally, they trigger the body’s healing response, boosting collagen, improving elasticity, and restoring volume. The result is natural-looking rejuvenation that continues to improve for months after treatment.
PDO Threads FAQs
What are PDO Threads?
PDO (Polydioxanone) Threads are medical-grade, absorbable sutures used to lift, tighten, and rejuvenate the skin without surgery. They work by providing structural support beneath the skin while stimulating collagen and elastin production for long-term improvement in tone and texture. PDO threads gradually dissolve over several months, leaving behind stronger, firmer skin that continues to look refreshed and youthful.
What is the difference between Lifting Threads and Smooth Threads?
Lifting Threads have tiny barbs that gently anchor the skin, creating an immediate lifting and contouring effect. They’re ideal for areas such as the jawline, cheeks, brows, neck, and lower face, helping restore definition and reduce sagging without surgery.
Smooth Threads are placed beneath the skin to tighten, firm, and improve texture. Smooth PDO threads don’t lift but instead stimulate collagen and elastin production, making them perfect for treating fine lines, creasing, or areas of early laxity such as around the eyes, nasolabial fold, marionettes, lips, neck, and décolletage.
What areas can be treated with PDO Threads?
PDO Threads are versatile and can be used on both the face and body. Common treatment areas include:
Cheeks and midface
Jawline and jowls
Brows and forehead
Neck and décolletage
Around the eyes and mouth
- Nasolabial folds
Abdomen, arms, or knees (for skin tightening with smooth threads)
When will I see results?
Results from lifting threads are visible immediately, with continued improvement as collagen forms over the following 4–6 weeks. Smooth threads stimulate gradual rejuvenation, with visible tightening and skin texture improvement developing over 2–3 months. Both treatments continue to enhance skin firmness and quality as new collagen and elastin are produced.
What is the downtime after a PDO Thread treatment?
Downtime is typically minimal. You may experience mild swelling, tenderness, or bruising for a few days after treatment, particularly with lifting threads. Most clients can resume normal activities within 24–48 hours, although strenuous exercise and facial massages should be avoided for about a week. Smooth thread treatments usually have little to no downtime.
How long do PDO Thread results last?
PDO Threads gradually dissolve within 4–6 months, but the collagen they stimulate can last much longer—typically 12–18 months, depending on individual factors like skin quality and lifestyle. Many clients choose to repeat treatment annually or combine PDO threads with other rejuvenating services to maintain their results.
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