PDO Facial Threads

AESTHETIC MEDICINE

Medical Aesthetic Care

Treatment Time
30 minutes
Duration of Result
Up to 2 years
Pain Level
Minimal
The result is visible
Immediately
Technique
Bloodless
Anesthesia
Local
Recovery time
No downtime, immediate return to your activities
Cost of treatment
It depends on the thickness of the threads as well as the areas of the face
(Full Face :
from €300)

What are PDO Facial Threads?

Facial threads are essentially the cosmetic version of absorbable sutures that have been used for several decades in medicine with absolute safety. These are special fine fibres, which in many cases have a diameter smaller than one thread and are placed under the skin with the aim of lifting and tightening the loose skin.

PDO threads are made from a special synthetic polymer, polydioxanone, which is 100% safe and completely biodegradable by the body. PDO threads are placed in such a way that they create a supportive mesh under the skin, which stimulates the synthesis of new collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid, with a spectacular benefit for skin firmness. The threads are absorbed within the following months by the body and in their place leave a youthful face through the process of collagenogenesis.

Tightening threads are soft threads without hooks, which are placed under the face with the formation of a mesh, aiming at stimulating its response mechanisms due to the penetration of a foreign body inside it: collagenogenesis, stimulation of microcirculation, increase of local metabolism, lipolysis, muscle relaxation and enhanced tissue connection. The result is the significant hydration and thickening of the skin leading to tightening and strengthening of the skin. Typically, these threads, which can be single, double, triple or even in spiral form, are used to treat wrinkles and sagging in the neck, forehead and under-eye areas.

What do we achieve with PDO threads?

Lifting of loose skin
on cheekbones, cheeks
and under the eyes

Smoothing fine lines
of expression on the forehead,
mid-frown and crow's feet

Relief of nasolabial
wrinkles and marionette wrinkles

Treatment of sagging in the jaw,
neck and décollet

Improvement of the oval
contour of the face

Tightening and improvement
of the double chin

The steps

PDO Facial Threads

Step 1

The doctor assesses the degree of relaxation of the face, neck and décolleté and recommends the type and number of threads you will need.

Step 2

Anaesthetic cream will be applied in order to minimize the pain during the treatment process.

Step 3

Everything has been prepared for the treatment, which lasts at least 30 minutes, depending on the extent of the area.

Step 4

Once the treatment has been completed, you will be led to the mirror to enjoy the first immediate result. Remember that the treatment continues to work internally for several weeks and you will enjoy the result improving day by day over the next period.

What you need to know

about PDO facial threads

Before treatment

  • Avoid taking anticoagulants or anti-inflammatory preparations one week before treatment.
  • Avoid drinking alcohol the day before treatment.
  • You may experience mild bruising at the thread entry points. You can treat them by topically applying arnica cream or by taking arnica pills.
  • To treat any swelling in the area, you can gently apply a cold compress for 5-10 minutes every hour.
  • Avoid using facial care cosmetics and make-up products for 1-2 days.
  • It is recommended to sleep on your back for the first few days, and not on your side, so as not to put pressure on the treatment areas.
  • Avoid intense physical exercise, as well as the sauna for the first week.
  • If you have any dental treatment planned, be aware that it is best to wait a few weeks for the skin to heal completely. The same goes for beauty treatments and facial massages.

Benefits of PDO facial threading

Bloodless facelift

Immediately visible effect

Safe bioabsorbable material

Personalized treatment plan

Short procedure without side effects

Immediate return to daily activities