PDO THREADS
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WHAT IS A THREAD LIFT?
A thread lift is a less invasive alternative to a face lift to rejuvenate the face without the risks and extended downtime associated with surgery. It has become a convenient rejuvenation alternative that requires no general anesthesia or hospitalization. Showing instant results with target specific treatments that are indicated for many areas in both the face and body.
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WHAT ARE PDO THREADS?
Polydioxanone (PDO) is a strong synthetic monofilament fiber consisting of one solid fiber of thread. PDO Threads are also known or referred to as PDS, which have been used as a cutaneous and subcutaneous suture material in plastic surgery, Cardiothoracic surgery, trauma surgery, & gynecological surgery for over thirty years. Most absorb in 6-9 months depending on thickness.
Facts about PDO threads:
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Flexible, durable, last 24 months
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Higher resilience first 2-3 months
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Hydrophobic
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Broken down by hydrolysis
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PDO threads do not have antigenic or pyrogenic reactions
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Generate neo-collagenesis in the skin (this is the production of collagen by your body)
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Mild fibrosis results which strengthen connective tissue of skin
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Results are noticed after 4-6 weeks for mesh techniques, immediately after barbed techniques
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Although NovaThreads can be inserted almost anywhere, one area where they are especially effective is the neck and jawline.
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WHAT CAN A THREAD LIFT DO?
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REJUVENATE YOUTHFUL SKIN: Thread lifts are a great way to rejuvenate and restore a youthful appearance to areas treated. It can improve texture, pigmentation and the appearance of both stretch marks and scarring.
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ELIMINATE FINE LINES: Threads are inserted beneath the skin creating a “mesh or web” like pattern that acts as a support system while promoting collagen production.
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RESTORE BODY TONE: Restoring collagen and elastin creates youthful texture and tone, meshing can be performed throughout the body to restore healthy, tighter and brighter skin.
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LIFT & CONTOUR: Barbed threads placed within the hypodermis allow the clinician to lift and contour lax and sagging skin in the body’s problematic areas.
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PROMOTE COLLAGEN & ELASTIN: Due to the insertion of threads, blood flow and lymphatic circulation are increased resulting in the production of collagen and elastin.
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