PDO

WHAT IS A POLYDIOXANONE (PDO) THREAD LIFT

A THREAD LIFT is a procedure that uses a dissolvable suture to tighten and lift your skin. It's a less invasive procedure than FACELIFT SURGERY which can often be completed in less than an hour without needing to go under a scalpel or surgery.
Also known as a Vampire lift or Cat eye, it is a non-surgical technique that lifts and sculpts the contour of your face Polydioxanone (PDO) thread lifts use a biodegradable polyester suture. They're best suited for rejuvenating your skin, while some newer types of thread lifts are better at lifting baggy or drooping skin.
The average thread lift candidate is in their late thirties to early fifties. The favorable impact of a thread lift may be most beneficial to someone in good health which is just starting to see the symptoms of aging.
A thread lift is suitable for someone who can not undergo a surgical facelift due to medical conditions. General anesthesia wouldn't be appropriate, so a thread lift is the best option Let's look at what makes a PDO thread lift different from other thread lifts and what you can expect during the procedure.

What makes PDO threads different?

PDO threads have been used in surgeries since the 1980s. Thread lifts have been around for a long time, but recent advancements in the material used for thread lifts have increased in popularity. They are made from a colorless polyester that breaks down in your body after about six months.
The presence of these sutures in your skin triggers cells in your body called fibroblasts to produce more collagen. Collagen is the protein that gives your skin its structure and elasticity. Loss of collagen is one of the leading causes of aging skin.

PDO threads are categorized into three types:

PDO mono threads. Smooth sutures that help rejuvenate your skin by stimulating collagen production.
PDO cog threads. These threads have barbs that latch into your skin like small fishhooks to support and lift your face's parts.
PDO screw threads. Made up of one or two intertwined threads, which are used to help restore volume to sunken parts of your skin.

HOW LONG DOES A PDO THREAD LIFT LAST?

The study shows that PDO thread lift caused immediate improvements in skin sagging after the procedure. However, there was a noticeable decline in results six months later, and improvements were no longer apparent after one year. In a study trusted Source published in Aesthetic Surgery Journal, a surgeon with 16 years of thread lift experience says he has seen results to last anywhere from 1 to 9 years. Younger people tend to have effects that last 3 to 4 years. Older people with poor skin volume or elasticity only see benefits for 1 to 2 years.

THE PROCEDURE

To ensure the patient's safety, they are advised to avoid alcohol and tobacco use at least five days before their procedure. Along with anything else that may increase the risk of bleeding or bruising, such as:

Advil and ibuprofen
aspirin
omega-3 fatty acids
green tea or green tea extracts

On the day of your procedure, your medical provider will talk you through the potential complications and advise you about your recovery.

The exact PDO Thread Lift procedure will vary. In general, it will maybe something like this:

Sitting in a reclined seat, your Medical Provider will disinfect your face with alcohol. They'll apply a local anesthetic with a needle under your skin.
Your Medical Provider will make a small incision with another needle and then insert a device called a cannula into the small hole.
Your Medical Provider will anchor the thread into place and pull out the cannula.
They'll finish by cutting the thread and making sure it's secure in place.

You'll be free to go home shortly after the procedure.

PDO THREAD LIFT RECOVERY AND AFTERCARE

Recovery from a PDO thread lift is minimal. You may have some swelling and bruising for the first 24 to 48 hours, but you can immediately return to most of your daily routines.

You should avoid rubbing your face as much as possible the week after your procedure to prevent accidentally dislodging the thread. You'll also likely be advised to avoid pursing your lips, smoking and drinking through a straw for the first several weeks.

Other activities you may want to avoid for 1 to 2 weeks include sleeping on your side, intense exercise, and visiting saunas. Sleeping with your head propped on a pillow can help you avoid accidentally rolling onto your face during the middle of the night.

Undoubtedly, people go crazy about it, and many would consider a thread lift procedure suitable for any age as it has many advantages and almost no disadvantages.

If you're interested in getting a thread lift like Kim K, Bella Hadid, or any celebrity listed, please book your consultation and appointment at ESSENSA CLINIC.

We at ESSENSA provide natural results, leave no scars, and is affordable than a facelift surgery!

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