PDO Barbed Threads
A PDO thread lift is a non-surgical facelift where the facial skin is lifted and tightened using a polydioxanone thread. These threads are anchored and inserted into different layers of the skin using needles, instantly lifting and tightening sagging skin.
The actual thread itself will be around for 4-6 months before it is absorbed by the natural process of hydrolysis. As such, it is pulling at and tightening your skin for this entire period, after which the skin stays in place and collagen continues to be produced. Overall, most patients see the results of their thread lift lasting for around 12-15 months in total.
PDO Mono Smooth Thread
A smooth absorbable thread is placed below the skin. As the thread absorbs over time the body replaces it with collagen.
Patient Education:
- Be gentle, do not rub or massage area
- Avoid Dental work for 2 weeks.
- Avoid makeup for 24-48 hours.
- Use arnica gel gently.
After Before Threadlift
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Patient Education Prior to procedure
Avoid Aspirin and ibuprofen for 7-10 as they can increase bleeding.
Patient Education Post treatment:
- Ice the treated area for 10 minutes four to five times during the day for the first week if you are experiencing slight bruising or swelling.
- Do not open the mouth too wide and avoid extreme facial expressions for 3 weeks.
- Do not sleep on the side of your face for 3 weeks.
- Don’t perform any strenuous activity or heavy lifting for 3 weeks.
- You can take pain killers as required after the procedure.
- Try consuming them after a meal to avoid any risk of nausea.
- It is best to avoid aspirins for the next two weeks after the treatment.
- Avoid applying makeup or any other products around the entry point for at least 48 hours.
- Do not open the mouth too wide and avoid extreme facial expressions for 3 weeks.
- Chewing gum should be avoided for at least 2 weeks.
- Experiencing slight discomfort in xthe first two days after the procedure is normal, it will gradually reduce.
- Try keeping your head elevated for a week.
- Don’t pull your facial skin, massage, scrub or exfoliate the skin for at least 3 weeks.
- You are also not supposed to wash or touch your face for at least 12 hours.
- Follow the care guidelines the practitioner gives you regarding the incision wounds.
- It is recommended that you sleep on your back to prevent any swelling.
- Avoid straining or placing pressure on your face as it may result in threads misalignment.
- Avoid getting any dental treatment for at least two weeks after getting the PDO thread lift.
*You will experience bruising, swelling, tightness, pulling, and slight pain for several weeks. This is normal and to be expected.
