The cosmetic industry is continually introducing new treatment options to combat the appearance of aging, and PDO threads are one of the newer ones that have hit the market. If you are considering them or want to know more, this post is for you. Here is everything you need to know about PDO threads.

What are PDO threads?

PDO Mono Threads work by promoting the synthesis of collagen and elastin in targeted facial regions. PDO Threads are standard dissolvable suture materials that are used to create single, smooth threads (polydioxanone). Small needles are used to gently insert them under the skin, eliciting a tissue reaction that triggers the release of essential growth promoters that encourage fibroblast activation. The cells start creating more collagen surrounding the thread thanks to this activation. Consequently, the skin becomes tighter, sagging tissue is lifted, and line lines and wrinkles are ironed out, giving you a more rejuvenated appearance.

What areas can PDO threading treat?

PDO threading can be used for practically every area of the face. This procedure is commonly used to enhance the look of the following areas of concern:

Crows feet

Neck folds

Loose jawline

Sagging cheeks, jawline, brows

Nasolabial folds

Forehead lines

This procedure can also be used to tighten sagging skin on the stomach, upper arms, thighs, and buttocks.

Different types of PDO threads

There are two main types of PDO threads gold coast and they differentiate from one another due to their pattern.

Mesh/Mono Threads

These threads have no barbs and are smooth. In order to create a support framework for the body to produce new collagen around, they are implanted in a mesh-like pattern. These threads aim to tighten the skin rather than pulling on it. Monos are frequently used on the neck and forehead.

Lifting/Barbed Threads

Barbed threads are put under the skin similarly to mono threads. They differ from mono threads because they aren't smooth and have barbs that are used to pull the skin in the intended direction.

Typically, these threads are utilised to provide proportion to parts of the face that have lost volume. Additionally, they encourage the body to produce collagen around them, which tightens the skin.

What are the benefits of PDO threads?

PDO threading successfully treats ageing skin problems, particularly drooping skin. The procedure increases the body's inherent capacity for healing by promoting the synthesis of hyaluronic acid, collagen, and elastin.

The following advantages of a PDO thread treatment are possible:

Refine and rebalance the facial contours

Boost skin elasticity

Reduce fine lines and wrinkles

Skin texture is enhanced

Firmer skin

Long-lasting results

More youthful appearance

Common risks and side-effects of PDO Threads

One of the many great things about PDO threads is that they require no downtime, and you can continue with your everyday activities immediately post-treatment. Serious side effects are rare and they are considered safe. Here are some common side effects:

Stinging

Discomfort

Swelling

Redness

Periodic nerve pain

These adverse effects often don't last more than a week and are moderate at most.

Rare side effects include:

Exposed PDO threads

An allergic reaction

Asymmetry

Infection

Bleeding

Who is not a suitable candidate for PDO threading?

Those who have diabetes

People with an autoimmune condition

Pregnant or breastfeeding women

Those with skin concerns such as acne or cold sores

What happens during a PDO thread procedure?

A topical numbing cream is applied and some injectors will administer local anaesthetic to the area to ensure that the pain is kept to a minimum.

A PDO thread-containing blunt-tipped needle is inserted into the treatment area by the cosmetic injector. They will check in with you periodically throughout the treatment. A PDO thread treatment can take anywhere from 30 minutes to 45 minutes depending on how many areas you are having treated.

The PDO thread remains buried beneath the skin once the needle is taken out, providing support to the area. The body produces extra collagen in response to the presumed injury. The fundamental factor of skin ageing caused by collagen loss is reversed by this process.

How many PDO threads you'll need will depend on the results you are trying to achieve and the extent of the tightening and/or lifting required.

Although PDO threads disintegrate after six months, the lifting effect lasts for at least a year.

Post-treatment aftercare

You should refrain from doing the following after your treatment:

Strenuous exercise that causes sweating for 48 hours post-treatment

Denture work shouldn't be done until at least 6 weeks post-treatment

Rubbing or sleeping on the treated area

How much do PDO threads cost?

It can vary depending on the patient's specific requirements and the cosmetic injector that you go to. The price usually starts at $500 and goes up from there.

How long do the results last for?

The person's age and lifestyle have an impact on how long PDO threading results last. On average, they generally last for at least a year however, with yearly top-up treatments, you can extend the results for far longer.

When will I start to see results?

PDO threading produces immediate results. As soon as the treatment is over, the skin is noticeably tighter and more youthful.

The face will continue to get plumper and look more renewed as the body produces new collagen in the following month's post-procedure. About six months following the treatment, the results of the PDO thread treatment reach their height.

How many treatments are required?

The answer to this question is entirely dependent on the person, their areas of concern and the look they are trying to achieve. When attending an initial consultation, your cosmetic injector should be able to give you an idea of how many treatments you can expect to need given these factors.

To summarise

PDO threads are an effective cosmetic treatment to rewind the clock without having to go under the knife. They require next to no downtime and can be completed in a lunch break. If you have any additional questions about this treatment or you'd like to book in an appointment, reach out to the friendly team at Bella Donna Injectables and Skin. As the Gold Coasts' leading cosmetic injectable team, we'd love to hear from you. We have clinics located in Burleigh Heads and Murwillumbah for convenience.