What it is
Support from threads the body absorbs.
PDO threads are fine threads made of polydioxanone, a material used in surgical sutures that the body absorbs over time.
Placed under the skin by the doctor, they support areas with sagging and stimulate collagen production around them.
Who it is for
When people look for it
Mild to moderate sagging
Face, under the chin or neck.
Facial contour
A less defined jawline.
Skin quality
Thinner skin that has lost firmness.
Options
How it can be done
- Smooth threadsStimulate collagen and improve skin quality. Priced per thread.
- Lifting threadsWith small barbs, they support areas with sagging. Priced per thread.
How it works
Step by step
- 1
Assessment
Medical consultation
The doctor assesses the sagging and decides the type and number of threads.
- 2
Placement
Under local anaesthetic
The threads are placed with fine needles or cannulas.
- 3
First days
Recovery
There may be swelling, bruising or tenderness, which usually goes in a few days.
- 4
Following months
Absorption
The threads are gradually absorbed as collagen forms.
Before you decide
Risks and care
It is a medical procedure with risks, such as swelling, asymmetry, a pulling sensation or infection. It does not replace surgery. The doctor explains whether it is suitable for you.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions
Is it surgery?
No. It is done in the clinic, under local anaesthetic, without incisions.
Do the threads stay forever?
No. The body absorbs them over a few months.
How many threads are needed?
It depends on the area and the goal. The number is set at the assessment.
General information that does not replace a consultation. Suitability, risks and alternatives for each treatment are explained by the doctor at the assessment. Results vary from person to person.
