PDO Threads: Meet The Non-Surgical Facelift
Are you looking to lift your face and diminish wrinkles, but not quite ready for a real facelift? Get ready to meet your new best friends: PDO Threads. Thread lifts are gaining traction and have even been crowned the “Non-Surgical Facelift.” It’s a big claim, but there’s some truth behind it (and serious results).
Read on to learn more about PDO Threads, how they work, if they’re right for you, and where you can get them in Houston, TX.
WHAT ARE PDO THREADS AND HOW DO THEY WORK?
As the name suggests, PDO Threads are actual thread sutures that are preloaded into a needle. PDO stands for Polydioxanone, a biodegradable, colorless polyester suture that’s been used medically since the 1980s for surgeries.
Polydioxanone wasn’t just chosen for aesthetic medicine because the body can safely absorb it. Once placed, PDO Threads actually spark collagen production. The body naturally produces collagen to surround the thread, resulting in added beauty benefits.
So, how do they work? PDO Threads are placed under the skin where microscopic barbs on the threads attach to and pull the skin upward. It is a minimally invasive procedure and one of the newest aesthetic treatments on the market.
Unique Benefits of PDO Threads
There are many benefits of considering a PDO thread lift. They:
✨ Improve the overall appearance of aging skin
✨ Contract fat tissue to visibly tighten the skin
✨ Promote collagen production (something Botox does not!)
✨ Diminish fine lines, wrinkles, and some deeper wrinkles
✨ Create a softer and more even skin texture
✨ Offer facelift results without surgery!
PDO Threads vs. Botox: What’s Better*?
We wrote a blog on the topic you can read HERE, so we’ll keep this short. Both PDO Threads and Botox (neurotoxins) are incredible at reducing the signs of aging, but they have different perks. For example, PDO Threads should last 6-9 months (twice as long as Botox!) and promote collagen production.
Here’s a little side-by-side comparison that may help you decide which is better for you:
PDO Threads
More intense results
Addresses deeper set wrinkles
Lasts 6-9 months
Collagen production
Minimally-invasive
Immediate results
Botox
Preventative
Fine Lines & wrinkles
Lasts 3-4 months
Helps migraines & TMJ
Non-invasive
Results take up to 2 weeks
*Note that these are GENERAL benefits to each treatment. A proper consultation with someone from our team of expert injectors will make this choice easy for you as these factors can change from patient to patient!
3 Things to Know Before Getting a Thread Lift at a Houston Med Spa
If you’re considering PDO Threads, there are three important things to consider.
PDO threads are a newer treatment in the scheme of aesthetic medicine. Please find an experienced injector with ample experience (like the girls here at Lush RX)!
Note that a Thread Lift takes longer than a typical Botox appointment since we must numb the treatment area first. So, we recommend scheduling this on a more flexible day.
This treatment is a bit more invasive than Botox, so keep in mind that swelling and redness may be more intense.
Are PDO Threads Right for Me?
PDO threads are an ideal alternative for those who want a facelift, but can’t justify getting surgery. If you have sagging skin, sloping eyebrows, or loose jowls, you can benefit greatly from a PDO thread lift. They are also better at smoothing out deeper set wrinkles than some neurotoxins.
In short, we recommend Thread Lifts for more mature clients who want instant and more dramatic results than what fillers or Botox can offer.
Get PDO Threads in Houston at Lush RX
PDO Threads are becoming more and more popular here in Texas and thankfully, our experienced team of professional injectors is well-versed in the procedure. Book a consultation today and we’ll determine if a Thread Lift is what you need to accomplish your beauty goals this year.