Thread Lift (PDO Mesothreads)

A thread lift is a minimally invasive procedure that uses fine, absorbable polydioxanone (PDO) threads inserted under the skin to lift and support tissue that has begun to descend. The threads are introduced through a needle or fine cannula and, depending on type, may carry tiny barbs or cones that grip the tissue to reposition it, producing an immediate, subtle lift. Just as importantly, the body responds to the threads by forming new collagen along…

The area is cleansed and local anaesthetic is used before the threads are placed; the procedure typically takes around thirty to sixty minutes depending on how many threads are used and where. Afterward there may be mild swelling, tenderness, small bruises or a slight puckering that settles over the following days, and it is advisable to avoid heavy exercise, facials and wide mouth movements for a short period while the threads anchor. The visible lift is…