Knowledge Encyclopedia of PDO Thread

1、What is the PDO thread?

PDO threads, also known as facial magic threads, are thin filaments made of biocompatible materials. The most common is polydioxanone (PDO), an absorbable, anti-allergic material widely used in heart surgery sutures. In addition to their increasing presence in centers of aesthetic medicine, they are also used in coronary interventions as they are completely safe and allow for touch-ups after use.

According to their morphology and composition, we can divide tension threads into three types:

Acicular or Cog Serious Thread. Due to their serrated shape, the needle threads give a better grip on the dermis. They're also a great option for treating areas of the body with more laxity, such as the cheeks, jaw, or neck.

  Multi Serious Thread. They are made of multi-strand threads for a harmonious filling and a completely natural look. Typically, they are used as an anti-wrinkle treatment for the lips.face.

Mono Serious Thread. The single-strand tension wire is the thinnest and is mainly used to correct double chin slack and improve the ovality of the chin. Although less common, they can also be used on other parts of the body, such as the chest, arms, abdomen, or buttocks.

2..How to apply thread lifting treatment?

PDO thread application is quick and easy and can be summarized in the following 3 steps:

The skin is cleaned and an anesthetic cream is applied.

Twenty minutes later, remove the anesthesia and mark the point where the thread will infiltrate.

PDO Thread are inserted into the dermis.

Once this process is complete, the skin begins a natural process in which it stimulates the natural formation of collagen.

Are PDO threads suitable for all types of patients?

In fact, the consensus among experts on tension threading is that it is an effective technique for nearly all types of patients. As always, there are some exceptions, such as for pregnant or breastfeeding women. Also those with autoimmune, vascular or neoplastic diseases.

It is also not recommended for diabetics or if the treated area has an infection. As you can see, there are very few contraindications to tension threads.

3.What results can be achieved using tension cords?

Once treated with tension threads, the patient's face is presented with a before-and-after contrast. Firmer and smoother skin is observed almost immediately. Also, it achieves a very natural look. Of course, to observe the final results, it may be necessary to wait several months.

This wait is because once tension threads are placed, the skin naturally produces more collagen and elastin, which are the keys to achieving a more youthful complexion.

Many people wonder how long thread lifts last. Depending on the patient, the effects of treatment may last up to 18 months. Once this period of time has passed, the technique can be applied again without any problems.

Who is Tension Cord recommended to?

Tension thread treatment is suitable for those who are starting to show signs of aging. It is ideal for patients between the ages of 35 and 45.

It works on the areas of the face where the passage of time is first perceived. For example, on the eyebrows, around the eyes, on the cheeks, around the lips or in the nasolabial folds. Don't forget that the tension lines in the neck also play a role.

For people over the above ages, this technique is recommended to complement other treatments. It is also used when after a facelift you start to see the first signs that the effects are fading.

4.How does PDO Thread Work

PDO Threads help tighten and reposition skin that sags with age. In this way, it provides greater firmness and smoothness to the dermis, lifting facial tissues. It is one of the most demanded anti-aging treatments due to its effectiveness.

Now, the action of the tonic thread goes a step further, as it also works at the subcutaneous level. In this sense, it must be taken into account that polydioxanone stimulates the natural production of elastin and collagen around the inserted strand. The result is a surgery-free facelift that reduces sagging and restores skin's firmness and elasticity. You'll appear softer, brighter and visibly rejuvenated.

This is possible because the immune system recognizes the filament as a foreign body, so it tries to protect the organism by eliminating it. To this end, a non-toxic and harmless inflammatory response is produced, which promotes collagen formation and stimulates blood flow.

Since this is a procedure performed using non-allergenic materials and there are almost no contraindications, tension threads are compatible with other aesthetic medical treatments such as radio frequency. The final technique involves the application of electromagnetic waves to boost the production of elastin and collagen and ultimately aid in facial rejuvenation.

The tension thread treatment is especially recommended for men and women who wish to reverse signs of skin aging such as wrinkles or excessively deep grooves. It should be noted that this technique is not suitable for mature skin, excessive sagging or very noticeable wrinkles.

5、Advantage and Disadvantage

Advantage

A. fast

The process usually takes less than an hour. A thread lift has been called a "lunchtime facelift."

B. Minimally invasive

No deep incisions are required, so the risk of scarring or infection is far lower than with traditional cosmetic surgery.

C. Does not require general anesthesia

This makes the procedure an option for those with health issues that make them unsuitable for the main procedure.

D.Minimum recovery time

There may be some redness or swelling initially, but this should subside within a few days, certainly not more than a week. This compares favorably with the three-month recovery time following a facelift.

E. Less painful

Since there are no deep incisions, and there is far less bruising and swelling than with a traditional facelift, there is also relatively little pain.

F. Many areas can be treated

Thread lifts can be done around the eyes, around the jawline, cheeks, and around the cheekbones. As a relatively new procedure, new treatments are constantly being developed.

Disadvantage

A.more temporary

While the results of a traditional facelift can last up to ten years, a thread lift can last from six months to two years.

B. Particularly effective against the first signs of aging

The group most likely to benefit from a thread lift is typically the 35-55 age group.

C. It is considered a surgical treatment

Thread lifts are considered minor surgery, so once the skin is cut there is a risk of infection, bruising, temporary discomfort, skin loss and temporary numbness.

D. The effect is subtle

While subtle effects can be a negative of a thread lift, the subtle effects of a thread lift can be appealing to those who prefer less drastic changes. It's all down to personal preference.

E. Face to face

Some clinics charge per thread or per incision. While a thread lift is much less expensive than a full face lift, clients should be aware that the results will not last as long as a full face lift

6．We tell you 10 things you should know about PDO Thread

A. Magic threads do not cause rejection or allergies because they are antibacterial and bioabsorbable.

B. The wire is made of polydioxanone, which can be absorbed within six months.

C. Introduce 10 to 20 threads in each session, the effect lasts 1 to 2 years.

D. Thread embedding lasts 30 to 60 minutes.

E. Can be combined with other beauty treatments and treatments. 6. They work by stimulating the production of collagen and elastin in the skin around each thread,

F.Rejuvenate from the inside out.

G. Return to normal life without complications Since there are almost no side effects, swelling or discomfort may only occur for a few days.

H. Results are gradual and will be evident from the third week onwards. 9. The origin of the magical child can be in Japan

found that they are used as heart suture material and their safety has been proven over the years. 10. It is not recommended for people over 40 years old, nor does it mean that patients cannot wear makeup. It would also be wrong to say that they result in a deadpan face, because the facial expression will remain the same.

Pdo threads are especially recommended for the correction of facial laxity (cheek lift, face oval restoration, nasolabial folds improvement, wrinkles around the eyes and barcodes, eyebrow lift...).