As your face ages, the firm, lifted contours of your younger years gradually soften and descend. For people who want to address that sagging without committing to a facelift, the PDO thread lift offers a middle ground, lifting and tightening the skin through small dissolvable threads rather than surgery and incisions.
At Nexclin Medicine in Roswell, Georgia, board-certified physicians Naima Cheema, MD, and Nijah Burris, MD, offer PDO thread lifts to help patients restore a firmer, more youthful contour with minimal downtime.
PDO stands for polydioxanone, a dissolvable material that has been used safely in surgical sutures for decades. During the procedure, our Nexclin Medicine providers insert these fine threads beneath the skin using a thin needle or cannula, then gently lift and reposition the tissue to restore a firmer contour.
The threads do two things at once: They provide an immediate mechanical lift by holding the tissue in its new position, and they prompt your body to produce collagen around each thread as it dissolves. That collagen response is what continues to improve firmness and texture in the months that follow.
Thread lifts work best for mild-to-moderate sagging, offering a lift without the commitment of surgery. Common areas the treatment targets include:
People with significant skin laxity may still get better results from surgery, which is something our team can help you determine during a consultation.
For the right candidate, a PDO thread lift offers several advantages over more invasive procedures, including:
The combination of an immediate lift and longer-term collagen building makes the treatment appealing for people who want noticeable improvement without a major procedure.
Treatment starts with your physician numbing the area with a local anesthetic, so you stay comfortable throughout the procedure. Using a thin needle or cannula, they place the threads beneath the skin and adjust them to lift the tissue into position. We typically complete the treatment in less than an hour, depending on how many areas you’re treating.
Afterward, you may notice some swelling, bruising, or mild soreness around the insertion points, though these effects typically fade within a few days. Most people return to their usual routine right away, with only minor aftercare instructions to follow.
The threads themselves dissolve over several months, but the collagen your body produces around them continues supporting your skin well after the material is gone. Most patients enjoy results that last anywhere from one to two years, depending on their skin, age, and the treated areas.
Because the effect is gradual and natural, many people choose to repeat the treatment periodically to maintain their lifted contour over time.
A thread lift suits people in their 30s to 50s who have mild-to-moderate sagging and want to refresh their appearance without surgery. It’s also an option for those who aren’t candidates for surgery or simply prefer a less invasive approach.
During your consultation, Dr. Cheema or Dr. Burris evaluates your facial structure, skin laxity, and goals to determine whether a thread lift will give you the results you're seeking or whether another treatment might serve you better.
A PDO thread lift can restore a firmer, more youthful contour without the downtime of surgery. To find out whether it’s a good fit for your goals, contact our team at Nexclin Medicine to book an appointment today.
