PDO Threadlifts
Silhouette Instalift® is a rejuvenation procedure that lifts sagging facial skin without the need for major surgery, scars, or general anesthesia. It is the only absorbable suture that is FDA and Health Canada-cleared for cosmetic facial procedures. Silhouette Instalift uses advanced micro-suspension technology to lift and smooth the mid-face and lower face including sagging cheeks, jowls, and deep nasolabial folds. Temporary sutures beaded with micro-cones are placed in the deepest layer of your skin and help immediately lift the area. At the same time, it boosts volume by stimulating your body’s natural collagen production for long-lasting results. The procedure is minimally invasive and recovery time is generally short, with most people returning to their normal activities within a few days.
Benefits of PDO Threads
They are made of a synthetic material called polydioxanone, which is a type of suture material commonly used in surgical procedures for decades. One of the advantages of PDO threads is that they do not cause vascular occlusion, or blockage of blood vessels.
This is because the threads are very thin and are inserted into the skin using a small needle, which does not cause damage to the blood vessels. Additionally, the threads are made of a material that is absorbed by the body over time, so they do not leave any foreign material in the skin that could cause blockages.
Immediate results: Threadlifts can provide immediate lifting and tightening effects, with little to no downtime.
Minimally invasive: Compared to surgical procedures such as facelifts, threadlifts are minimally invasive and require only small incisions, reducing the risk of complications and scarring.
Natural-looking results: Threadlifts can provide natural-looking results, as they lift and tighten the skin gradually over time.
Stimulate collagen production: The threads used in threadlifts stimulate the production of collagen, a protein that gives the skin its elasticity and firmness. This can result in long-lasting improvements in skin texture and quality.
It's important to note that PDO threads should be used by trained and licensed practitioner, as the procedure carries risks such as infection, nerve damage or even injury to the blood vessels if not done properly.
Adverse Effects
Silhouette InstaLift™ may cause swelling, bruising, and soreness immediately after the procedure. Some of the other risks include but are not limited to infection, temporary nerve inflammation, asymmetry, migration or protrusion of threads, prolonged skin puckering or depression.
Are you a Candidate?
The candidate process for PDO threadlifts typically includes a consultation with a qualified healthcare professional such as a plastic surgeon, dermatologist, or aesthetician. During this consultation, the healthcare professional will evaluate the patient's skin and discuss their aesthetic goals and concerns. They will also review the patient's medical history and any medications or supplements they are currently taking to ensure that the procedure is safe for them. Some of the general contraindications for PDO threadlifts are: active infection, skin diseases, pregnancy, bleeding disorder, history of keloid scarring, and poor skin elasticity.
Thread candidates are those whose main concern is sagging skin which is when the skin loses elasticity and begins to droop or hang loosely from the underlying tissue causing folds or jowls, loss of definition or contour in the face. Sagging skin can be caused by a variety of factors such as aging, weight loss, genetics, or lifestyle factors such as smoking and poor nutrition.
It's important to note that not everyone is a good candidate for PDO threadlifts. People with severe skin laxity or with unrealistic expectations about the results may not be good candidates for this procedure.
Threads are best done in combination with botox, a initial appointment 2-4 weeks is recommended. This allows the health care provider to assess if botox is needed to relax the treated area to decrease any potential interference from muscle contractibility.