How Long Do PDO Thread Lift Results Last?
PDO threads can elevate a sagging jawline and drooping skin with no incisions, but how long will you enjoy these effects? At Desert Med Aesthetics, we use dissolvable polydioxanone threads that do more than lift. These threads stimulate collagen production, reinforce skin structure, and continue to combat sagging even after they naturally dissolve over the following months.
What Are PDO Threads?
All PDO threads are the same material used in surgical sutures, which have a long track record of safety. We use two thread types – cog and screw. Cog threads improve your profile by targeting sagging skin around your jaw and neck, and screw threads focus more on adding volume to the cheeks by promoting more collagen production.
We can introduce PDO threads into several areas of your face and neck, including your brows, cheeks, nasolabial folds, jawline, and around your mouth. Regardless of placement, PDO threads create a lifted, youthful effect, with results that continue to improve as more collagen forms around them.
Dr. Doriana Cosgrove brings her training and experience to each consultation, creating a customized plan that will deliver your desired results. She can confirm where PDO threads may work well for you and help you choose which areas to target.
At Desert Med Aesthetics, you can also combine your PDO thread lift with other minimally invasive treatments like Botox®®, dermal fillers, and laser skin resurfacing to address concerns like dark spots, uneven texture, or wrinkles.
How Long Does It Take for PDO Threads To Dissolve?
Your results should peak around six months after treatment and can last up to a year before you need a touch-up, depending on factors like your chosen thread thickness, metabolism, age, and skin condition.
Threads placed closer to your skin’s surface may dissolve more quickly, while thicker threads take longer to break down.
What Is the Best Age for a PDO Thread Lift?
The best age for PDO threads varies because everyone ages at a different rate. In general, people in their late 30s to late 50s benefit most from this treatment – within this age range, your skin still has enough collagen and elastin to allow for better results.
However, some younger patients use threads preventively to boost collagen and maintain firmness before sagging becomes a problem. Older adults can also benefit from PDO threads if their skin has sufficient elasticity, making this non-surgical facelift an excellent option for patients of many ages.
How Long Does a PDO Thread Lift Treatment Take?
A PDO thread lift treatment takes between 45 and 60 minutes, depending on your target area and the number of threads you want. First, Dr. Cosgrove will clean and numb your skin to ensure your comfort throughout the procedure. Then, she’ll use a cannula to place the threads beneath your skin. After she adjusts and secures the threads, you’ll be free to leave and go about the rest of your day.
Dr. Cosgrove’s cannula technique leaves no bruising, and this procedure doesn’t require downtime – you can go out to dinner the same night! The entire appointment includes pre- and post-treatment instructions, where Dr. Cosgrove makes time to answer your questions.
Why Choose Desert Med Aesthetics for Your PDO Thread Lift?
We blend cutting-edge technology with personalized care to offer safe and effective PDO thread lifts tailored to your unique goals. During your initial consultation, our friendly staff will welcome you, treating you with warmth, professionalism, and kindness.
Dr. Cosgrove enjoys using her talents to help her patients realize their aesthetic desires, and she’ll customize your consultation and procedure to fit your skin type, lifestyle, and concerns.
Call us today at (760) 777-8772 or complete our online contact form to request your PDO thread lift consultation. Rediscover youthful radiance with a lifted look you’ll love.