Many aesthetic treatments exist to treat different skin conditions, but it can be challenging to find the right one. There are so many alternatives that it becomes overwhelming and confusing. However, it becomes easier to narrow it down if you have specific needs. Say, if your skin is sagging a lot, you might come across the PDO Thread Lift.
Aesthetic treatments are one of the most prevalent and effective ways to deal with the signs of aging. These aesthetic treatments are more than just a way to make yourself look younger. They can help you feel more confident and relaxed.
The aging process is inevitable, and we all have to face the inevitability of age. However, there are many ways to slow down the process and keep it at bay. New technology in aesthetic treatments has changed how we look at aging and its effects on our bodies, and PDO Thread Lift is one of these latest developments.
So what is PDO thread lift? How long will it last?
What Is PDO Thread Lift?
PDO Thread Lift is a technique that helps to reduce the appearance of facial wrinkles, especially around the eyes. The method uses threads placed in different areas of the face and pulled taut to create tension and lift. It’s an effective way to minimize lines and wrinkles and improve skin elasticity.
The PDO Thread Lift is a popular treatment for those with aging skin who don’t want to turn to other invasive procedures to reduce signs of aging.
Threads?
So what’s up with the threads in the name? The procedure will use a literal thread to pull the face upwards for a lift. Yup, there will be a literal thread placed under the skin.
However, these threads are not the threads you know for making clothing. These threads are made of polydioxanone, a biodegradable material used in many medical procedures. On top of that, the thread is FDA-approved, so you won’t have to worry about it.
These biodegradable threads are inserted into your skin and then pulled to lift the skin. The thread will stay under your skin for a long time, but it will also get absorbed and dissolves over time. It does that by design, as we will explain later.
Why Consider PDO Thread Lift?
PDO thread lift is considered a minimally invasive cosmetic treatment, so it’s not non-invasive but not that intrusive either. But when you compare it to non-invasive treatments, some may still consider it a bit much. So should you consider it?
If skin sagging is a particular concern, then a PDO thread lift should really be considered. Other non-invasive cosmetic treatments claim that they can lift the face non-invasively. While it is true, it is only accurate to a certain extent, and they can undoubtedly lift the sagging skin, but barely if any.
Facial skin sagging is a common concern for many. It’s obvious, and there’s no going around it. Unless you use a tape, but that’s not a permanent feature. So if you want to deal with facial skin sagging, a PDO thread lift is the only option that yields the most effective results.
Why Does Facial Skin Sags?
Facial skin sags when the upper layer of the skin is not supported by a healthy and robust structure underneath. This can happen due to various factors, such as aging, weight loss, and hormonal changes.
The skin loses its elasticity and firmness due to the production of collagen, which decreases with age. As a result, facial skin sags. This can be easily seen when looking at a person’s face in their 20s or 30s. By the time they reach their 50s or 60s, it is already noticeable that their facial skin has lost its firmness and has become saggy.
How PDO Thread Lift Is The Solution
To restore the facial skin’s structure, we need to artificially lift them back up to the ideal location to tighten them.
How It Works
So what happens is that your provider will use an oversized long needle to pierce the skin and then place the threads. Once the threads are attached, they will slowly pull the needle out, leaving the thread inside.
However, the thread extends from inside to outside, so a bit of thread protrudes out. Your provider will adjust the thread upwards to lift the skin, and then excess thread protruding will be cut. They will then close the open wound site and start working on other areas.
Over time, the thread will dissolve, losing the thread’s ability to lift the skin, but your skin won’t necessarily sag. The thread is made out of the biodegradable material polydioxanone, and when this thread slowly dissolves, it will get absorbed into the skin and increases collagen production.
Collagen is the protein that helps your skin keeps its structure, keeping it hydrated, firm, and youthful. When the PDO threads do dissolve, the effects won’t necessarily disappear. The thread’s work is simply replaced by the collagen lifting the skin together.
How Long Does A PDO Thread Lift Last?
PDO thread lifts results are immediate and will last for quite a while. However, there will be a noticeable decline in its effectiveness in six months. Later during the one-year mark, there will be no apparent improvements.
However, that depends from person to person. The minimum is at least one year, but most people experience the thread lift effects for as long as two years. But if you are young, in your 20s, the thread lift may last as long as three to four years.
PDO Thread Lift Aftercare
The procedure is a quick and out office appointment, and it won’t take long. However, take care that you follow instructions since you may experience swelling and bruising for the next day or two.
Avoid rubbing your face and sleeping on your side for a few days. You are also recommended to avoid drinking and smoking for a few weeks since that may affect the results.
Takeaway
Is facial sagging skin troubling you? Then PDO thread lift is your go-to solution to that problem. If you are interested in the procedure, contact our clinic, Renewal Aesthetics & Sexual Wellness. We offer various treatments that help our clients achieve their ideal aesthetics.