PDO threadlift
Dissolvable threads that lift sagging skin at once and build collagen over the following weeks, without surgery.
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What to expect
- Results show
- Immediately, improving as collagen builds over the following weeks
- Results last
- 12-24 months, depending on the thread type, your skin and lifestyle
- Downtime
- Back to daily activities within 24-48 hours
A thread lift is a minimally invasive procedure using ultra-fine, dissolvable threads of PDO (polydioxanone) or PCL (polycaprolactone), materials long used in medical sutures. Placed under the skin, the threads reposition sagging tissue for an immediate lift and stimulate your own collagen over time.
It is not a painful or frightening procedure: it is done under local anaesthesia, and most people return to normal activities shortly afterwards.
Treatment areas
- Midface lift
- Lifts sagging cheeks and restores facial contour.
- Jawline
- Tightens loose skin and reduces early jowls.
- Neck
- Firms and redefines the neck for a smoother profile.
- Brow lift
- Opens and lifts drooping brows.
- Smile lines
- Softens heavy smile lines by repositioning tissue.
- Marionette lines
- Lifts downturned mouth corners.
- Under the chin
- Improves laxity for a cleaner jaw profile.
- Full-face lift
- Several thread placements for an overall lift.
- Body
- Lifts and firms areas such as the upper arms, knees or décolletage.
The treatment
Consultation
A detailed assessment to find the lifting points and choose PDO or PCL threads.
Preparation
Local anaesthetic is applied; threads are placed through fine cannulas.
Immediate lift
Visible straight away, improving as collagen builds.
Recovery
Most people resume daily activities within 24-48 hours.
Questions
What is the difference between PDO and PCL threads?
PDO threads mainly lift and tighten and typically last around 6 months. PCL threads are more robust, last longer (up to 18-24 months) and stimulate more collagen for gradual, sustained rejuvenation.
Will I look pulled?
No. Done by an experienced professional, a thread lift gives a naturally refreshed look without over-tightening.
Can threads replace a facelift?
They are ideal for mild to moderate sagging and a non-surgical alternative, but they do not replace the results of a surgical facelift.
Can I combine threads with fillers or Botox?
Yes. Combination treatments often give the most balanced result.
Before and after
Before your visit
- Avoid alcohol, blood thinners and anti-inflammatories for 48 hours.
Afterwards
- Sleep on your back for the first few nights.
- Avoid strenuous facial movements, massage and dental treatment for 2 weeks.
- Follow your aftercare instructions for the best healing and lift.
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Talk it through with a doctor
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