Thread Lifting (PDO / PLLA)

A thread lift uses absorbable surgical threads, typically made of PDO or PLLA, introduced under the skin with a fine needle or cannula. Barbed threads have tiny cones or hooks along their length that grip the tissue and allow the practitioner to gently lift and reposition it, giving an immediate subtle lift; smooth mono-threads do not lift on their own but create a mesh that firms the skin and stimulates fresh collagen along their path. Over the following…

At Ästhetische Medizin Stettin the area is cleansed and numbed before treatment, which takes around forty-five to sixty minutes depending on how many threads are used; the clinic provides anaesthetic for treatment free of charge. Expect some tenderness, mild swelling, possible bruising and a slightly tight feeling for several days, with a recommendation to avoid heavy chewing, dental work and extreme facial movement for a short period. Thread lifting is…