Thread Lift (PDO Lifting Threads)

A thread lift uses absorbable lifting threads inserted under the skin to reposition mild sagging and stimulate collagen, giving a subtle lift without surgery. At DermaDerm the doctor places the threads on both sides of the face to support areas such as the cheeks, jawline or brows. Results combine an immediate repositioning effect with gradual firming as the threads dissolve over the following months.

A thread lift is a minimally invasive alternative to surgical lifting that uses fine, absorbable threads — commonly made of polydioxanone (PDO) — introduced beneath the skin through a needle or cannula. Threads with tiny barbs or cones gently catch the tissue and lift it into a slightly higher position, while smoother threads are used to stimulate collagen and firm an area. Over the months that follow, the threads are naturally absorbed and the body lays down new collagen along their path, prolonging the supportive and firming effect after the material itself has gone. At DermaDerm the doctor first assesses your facial structure and the degree of laxity to decide whether threads are appropriate and how many to use, typically placing them symmetrically on both sides of the face. The treated area is cleansed and local anaesthetic is given for comfort; the procedure usually takes around forty-five to sixty minutes. Afterwards you can expect some tenderness, mild swelling and occasional bruising for several days, with advice to avoid wide mouth movements, facial massage and sleeping on your face for a short period. The repositioning effect is visible immediately and is complemented by the collagen-firming that develops over the following weeks to months; results generally last from several months up to around a year or more depending on the threads used and individual factors. A thread lift is best suited to adults with mild-to-moderate sagging of the cheeks, jawline or brows who want a subtle lift without surgery, and it is often combined with injectables for a fuller rejuvenation. Suitability and any contraindications are reviewed by the doctor at consultation, and the treatment is avoided in pregnancy.