PDO Thread Lift is the latest and revolutionary treatment for skin tightening and lifting as well as V-shaping the face. These threads are made of PDO (polydioxanone) material which is similar to the threads used in surgical stitches. The threads are absorbable and therefore will be reabsorbed in 4-6 months time leaving nothing behind but the skin structure created which continues to hold for another 15-24 months.
Areas that can be treated include lifting of eye brow, cheeks, corner of the mouth, nasolabial folds fold and neck. With correct placement of the threads, you shall notice a more defined jawlines and the face appear more "V" shaped. Since absorbable sutures are used, there will not be any foreign body in the skin after 6 months.
After cleansing and sterilization of the face, anesthetic in the form of cream or direct injection can be given to reduce discomfort sensation.The doctor will choose the most appropriate type of threads and place it accordingly at various part of your face. The procedure takes about 30 minutes.