PDO Thread Lift

Freya's Lair Medical Spa

Aesthetic Center and Wellness Spa & Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner located in Albuquerque, NM

Are you ready to achieve noticeable improvements in your skin’s tightness and tone but aren’t ready for plastic surgery? If so, a PDO Thread Lift might be the right approach and is one of many services available from the team at Freya’s Lair Medical Spa.

A PDO thread lift is a revolutionary new treatment in the world of aesthetics, but PDO threads themselves have been used safely for decades for various applications, like treating gynecological disorders or suturing incisions after medical procedures. When used as an aesthetic treatment, there are a few things you should know.

First, it mechanically results in instant skin lifting. Second, it contracts fat tissue to result in instant skin tightening. Third, it promotes collagen production and neovascularization to renew your skin at the cellular level. All of this works together to give you enhanced skin texture, fewer fine lines and wrinkles and more elastic skin.

PDO Thread Lift Q&A

What is a PDO thread lift?

A thread lift is an advanced medical aesthetics treatment that places dissolvable sutures into the deeper layers of your skin. These sutures act to lift facial tissues, which in turn alters the draping of your skin. 

A PDO thread lift delivers an instant lifting and tightening effect. In the hands of the skilled practitioners at Freya’s Lair Medical Spa, thread lifts help suspend facial tissues to help you look younger with just one procedure. 

The sutures are polydioxanone (PDO), a medical-grade material. 

Why choose a PDO Thread Lift?

A PDO Thread Lift creates beautiful results without the risks associated with cosmetic surgery. There’s no need for advance preparation, general anesthesia, or extensive recovery time. 

Your friends and loved ones will notice you look refreshed and well-rested, but there is no risk of emerging from your treatment looking “overdone” or “stretched.” You can expect your results to last approximately one year. 

What happens during a PDO Thread Lift?

When you arrive at Freya’s Lair Medical Spa, you receive a local anesthetic to ensure you are comfortable from start to finish. Once the area is numb, your practitioner uses a hollow needle or cannula to insert the PDO threads into the tissues beneath the surface of your skin. 

The placement of these threads depends on the degree of lifting you desire and the unique anatomy of your face. The threads come in various types, including smooth, twist, and barbed. Your practitioner chooses the option that is right for you. 

Expect a degree of bruising and swelling for a few days after your Thread Lift. You can then see the lifting effects. The threads slowly dissolve, but your body responds to thread placement with renewed collagen production, so you continue to see effects for several months after your procedure.    

Are All PDO Threads the Same?

There are several types of PDO threads, and each serves its own unique purpose. Depending on your aesthetic goals, your PDO provider may use one or many thread types during your anti-aging treatment.

How Long Does It Take?

One of the best things about this treatment is it only takes 15 to 30 minutes. After that, you’re free to go back to work or whatever else you had scheduled for the rest of your day.

Is This Treatment Safe?

This treatment is completely safe. It is approved by the FDA for safety and efficiency. Moreover, hundreds of thousands of treatments have been performed and there are no reports of allergic reactions, sensitivities to the threads, or serious side effects or risks.

What do I need to Do Before Treatment?

Since PDO thread lifts are non-invasive, there isn’t a lot you need to do to prepare. However, there are some precautionary measures you can take to ensure the best results from your treatment. Here are things you should avoid one to two days before treatment:

  • Alcohol
  • Ginko
  • Omega fish oil supplements
  • Chinese medicine
  • Vitamin E
  • High-intensity workouts
  • Steam rooms and saunas

What Do I Need to Do After Treatment?

There are not a lot of special after-care requirements to this treatment. However, you should hold off on any dental treatments for the first two weeks after your PDO thread lift. Holding your mouth open for an excessive period of time can affect the results of your treatment. Moreover, you’ll want to sleep on your back for the first couple of weeks. This ensures you don’t put too much pressure on one side of your face.