Some common treatments combined with PDO
As seen on 'The Doctors,' PDO threads can be combined with Botox, dermal fillers and other injectables to achieve optimal results. The procedure takes about 30 minutes or less to perform, and the side effects and recovery time are minimal.
For example, when performing threading to the neck it may be a good idea to inject Botox into the neck bands (platysmal bands), then wait about 2 weeks before threading to get a tighter neck. This may work in some patients but not well in others. So it really depends on the individual patient.
Can you get dermal fillers after PDO threads? You could get dermal fillers at one appointment and come back a few days later for a PDO thread lift. It's generally wise to let any swelling and healing take place before getting another treatment if dermal fillers and PDO threads are not done at the same time.
You will probably see some initial firming and lifting right after your procedure, with your thread lift face results continuing to take shape over the next three weeks or so. As your body begins to naturally generate collagen, your tightened, lifted outcomes should continue to improve for the next few months.
A normal appointment takes just 20-60 minutes to complete, making it one of the fastest anti-aging treatments available. Once the threads dissolve 7-8 months after treatment, your skin will be exhibiting the benefits of collagen growth.
Not only do the threads physically lift the skin, but they also stimulate the body's natural production of collagen, meaning thread lift results will continue to improve over time.
Aside from coping with temporary swelling and tenderness, most clients are able to smile after a PDO thread lift.
Should I Get My Eyebrows Waxed Before My Botox Treatment? While this might seem like a logical idea, it's not recommended. The injected Botox will reshape that area of your face. Once it settles, you may find that your brows are no longer shaped the way they were beforehand.
Kim Kardashian
The socialite admits that she often uses thread lifts and is one of the first to come forward and accept them. According to her, she considers them to be her secret for young and healthy skin. She uses them along with her traditional filler and injection treatments.
In short, Botox is a phenomenal choice for those looking to treat fine lines and prevent future wrinkles. PDO Threads may be a better choice if you have deeper wrinkles and are searching for more intense results. Regardless, both are brilliant choices that deliver great results.
Absolutely. Jowls are one of the primary indications of thread lifting and often times our very first course of action when treating the jowls, and we'll get into the details as to why that's the case, but there are a number of treatment options out there that can effectively tighten the area.
It is best to avoid aspirins for the next two weeks after the treatment. Avoid applying makeup or facial cream for at least 48 hours. You should not drink a beverage with a straw and focus on drinking liquids or consuming soft foods for at least a week. Chewing gum should be avoided for at least two weeks.
Fortunately, because the threads placed under the skin during a thread lift are so small, the patient will not feel any of this happening.
Once injected below the surface of the skin, they will stimulate collagen production and lift the skin over time. Within six to eight months, these threads will dissolve on their own and you will be left with a more youthful appearance.
Complications: Although thread lift is considered minimally invasive, some sutures and cuts are required. There is still a risk of complications such as bruising, thread breakage, thread extrusion, fever, and infection.
In truth, each drooped cheek/jowl will require multiple cogged threads. A thread lift is great for a mild/moderate droop but the number of threads to get that lift will range from 4 to 8 per side.
How Often Should You Have Treatment? The results of this treatment can last for six to 12 months at a time, so how long the results of your treatment lasts will determine how often you should have treatment. Many patients opt to have regularly scheduled PDO thread lifts once or twice a year.
On average, patients require between 2 – 4 threads on each side of the face for a mid-face thread lift. An additional 2 – 4 threads may be needed for the lower face and/or neck.
After the procedure, you can be swollen and bruised for up to 2 weeks depending on the number of areas that have been treated. After 2 days, patients are usually able to apply camouflage make-up to hide any sign of pale bruising.
Skin puckering or dimpling
This happens due to the superficial placement of the thread e.g. the anchors catching on the superficial layers of the skin. If it is mild, it will settle on its own along with the natural movement of the skin.