When it comes to correcting facial aging, the number of options available nowadays can be overwhelming. From invasive surgeries to non-invasive or minimally invasive procedures, the only thing these techniques have in common is that they aim to restore a youthfulness and rejuvenation to the face. Each procedure type offers unique, individual results. This is especially true for the thread lift and facelift surgery.

While both of these techniques improve facial sagging in the jowls, cheeks, and neck, they are not substitutes for each other, and the difference between them goes far beyond the fact that one is minimally invasive, and the other is surgical. The difficult part is determining which procedure is right for your level of facial aging.

What Is a Thread Lift?

At Desert Med Aesthetics, cosmetic specialist Dr. Doriana Cosgrove offers the safe and innovative PDO Threads. This effective technique is specifically designed to correct sagging jowls and drooping skin that can gather around the jaw—all without surgery. Dr. Cosgrove uses threads made from Polydioxanone (PDO), which is a synthetic absorbable material most often used in some major surgeries. PDO threads are 100% absorbable and will dissolve safety into the body during the months following their placement.

During a thread lift, PDO Threads are inserted into the skin to create a supportive structure that follows the natural shape of the face. As the sutures are strategically placed, the sagging tissue is gently caught and repositioned into its original position.

How Is Facelift Surgery Different from Thread Lift?

Unlike the PDO Threads that use the insertion of threads to mildly lift and tighten the underlying muscles, a facelift surgery involves removing excess skin on the lower to midface while significantly tightening the muscles. Facelifts restore a more youthful appearance and can noticeably improve significantly sagging jowls, vertical banding on the neck, and loss of volume in the midface. However, there is a significant recovery time involved with a facelift that many patients cannot afford to factor into their busy lives.

Which Procedure Are You a Candidate for?

Both procedures are well-suited for patients who are in good physical health and have realistic expectations.

Candidates who have noticeable to significant aging indicators such as sagging, deep creases, jowls, and drooping skin under the chin are likely to benefit more from a facelift surgery.

For those patients experiencing the early onset of facial aging and skin laxity, looking to delay the need for surgery by combating the signs before they can worsen, are best suited for PDO Threads.

Take Charge of Your Facial Aging with PDO Threads

Dealing with facial sagging and skin laxity can be tricky. Many patients feel that their only options are to live with the visible signs of aging or undergo surgery. Luckily, with PDO Threads there is an innovative, minimally invasive cosmetic treatment to help restore a youthful aesthetic.

To learn more, call Desert Med Aesthetics at (760) 777-8772 or complete contact form to schedule your personalized consultation today!