A PDO thread lift in Morristown, NJ could be the perfect solution if you’re looking for a non-invasive procedure to lift and tighten your skin. Zen Aesthetics offers PDO thread lifts to give your face the results of a surgical facelift without the intimidation of going under a knife.
A PDO thread lift is a cosmetic procedure in which a biodegradable polydioxanone (PDO) suture is threaded into the skin to lift and tighten areas that are experiencing aging. The presence of these sutures triggers new collagen production in your cells, which promotes skin rejuvenation and elasticity.
There are three kinds of PDO threads used in these procedures: mono threads, cog threads, and screw threads. These types are inserted in different parts of the face to rejuvenate, lift, and add volume to your skin respectively.
PDO threads instantly lift and tighten loose skin, providing you with lasting results that improve your skin’s texture and reduce wrinkles and fine lines. Areas in your face that are experiencing signs of aging can be improved with PDO thread lifts, including the jaw, cheeks, neck, and eyes.
PDO thread lifts give you similar results to a surgical facelift with a significantly shorter recovery time, as well as a lowered chance of scarring, bruising, and bleeding.
During your initial cosmetic consultation in Morristown, NJ, we will assess the areas you are looking to improve and provide you with an estimate of the cost of your PDO thread lift. A week prior to your PDO thread lift, you’ll be advised to avoid alcohol, tobacco, and any medications or supplements that can increase bleeding, including aspirin, ibuprofen, Omega-3 fatty acids, and green tea extract. If you take blood thinners, talk to your doctor before this procedure.
During the actual procedure, one of our cosmetic dermatologists will first sterilize your face with alcohol and apply a local anesthetic, so your anti-aging procedure will be painless. Then, a small incision is made with a needle, and a hollow cannula is inserted to anchor the thread. We then thread the PDO suture through your skin, cut it, and ensure it’s secure.
And that’s it! The entire procedure takes only 45 minutes or less on average. If you’ve ever had to have sutures for a cut, it’s the same idea. Since we use local anesthesia, the procedure itself is painless, but you may experience some mild discomfort as it wears off while you wait for any swelling to go down.
After your Morristown, NJ PDO thread lifting procedure, you will see an immediate improvement in the appearance of your face. It may take a day or two for any swelling to go down, but afterward, your face will have more volume and elasticity, leaving you with plump and glowy skin.
The recovery time for a PDO thread lift is much shorter than for a surgical facelift. While it may take someone 4 to 6 weeks to recover from facelift surgery, a PDO lift will allow you to resume your normal activities in two weeks or less! During this time, it’s important to avoid rubbing your face, intensely exercising and sleeping on your side to ensure the threads don’t dislodge.
The lasting effects of your PDO thread lift vary a bit based on your age and skin quality. For older people who have weaker skin elasticity, benefits will last between 1 and 2 years. PDO threads are biodegradable and break down in your body after about 6 months, but you will continue to see the results even after they dissolve.
Our doctors put time and care into each patient. Here are some before and after photos of the work we do at Zen Aesthetics.
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