Polydioxanone (PDO) threads are engineered from the same durable, safe material as medical sutures. They are an ideal way to elevate drooping facial contours and bolster collagen production without the more significant risks, downtime, and costs of a surgical facelift. At CraftMD in Phoenix, AZ, we perform strategic PDO Thread Lifts as well as the innovative Silhouette InstaLift.
At our state-of-the-art medspa in Phoenix, AZ, we provide access to today’s most cutting-edge anti-aging solutions, including the PDO Thread Lift and the Silhouette Instalift. Our team is overseen by Dr. Randall O. Craft, a double-board-certified, Ivy League-educated plastic and reconstructive surgeon known for his precision, artistry, and unwavering commitment to patient safety. Dr. Craft completed nine years of elite surgical training at the Mayo Clinic and the prestigious Harvard University. Additionally, he is the founder of CRAFTMD Aesthestics/Wellness and has contributed as an author to numerous scientific publications and journals. If you would like to learn more about how a PDO Thread Lift can help you reclaim a youthful, revitalized appearance and enhanced self-confidence, contact us today to schedule a private consultation with our friendly, knowledgeable team in Phoenix.
A PDO Thread Lift is a non-invasive facial rejuvenation method that can help rewind the clock on aging, boosting your confidence and quality of life. It simultaneously elevates sagging midface contours and triggers the body to produce more collagen for longer-term skin suppleness, smoothness, and resilience. Collagen is an all-important protein found naturally in youthful complexions. However, as we age, its reserves are slowly depleted, leading to volume loss, skin laxity, wrinkles, lines, and folds. A PDO Thread Lift can be considered the middle ground between treatments with dermal fillers and a more invasive surgical facelift. It provides patients with highly natural-looking outcomes tailored to their unique goals.
InstaLift is a non-surgical suture-suspension lifting technique. As an alternative to a PDO Thread Lift, it repositions tissue below the skin’s surface with dissolvable threads, combating skin laxity in the midface and jawline. Similar to a PDO Thread Lift, an InstaLift stimulates the body to enhance collagen production, creating firmer, more youthful-looking skin from within. The Instalift relies on dissolving poly lactic-co-glycolic acid (PLGA) in its cones and sutures, which ensures minimal downtime and side effects. Post-treatment symptoms like swelling, bruising, and tenderness typically resolve within 24-48 hours after an InstaLift.
PDO Thread Lifts are ideal for patients seeking a viable alternative to a surgical facelift. The procedure can beautifully transform the cheeks, jawline, and neck, and provides the following benefits:
For patients with mild to moderate skin sagging, a PDO Thread Lift may be a transformative option. Many patients are unhappy with the emergence of signs of aging in the midface, jawline, and upper neck but aren’t quite ready to submit themselves to a more invasive procedure like a facelift. During your private consultation in Phoenix, AZ, our team will conduct a physical evaluation and thorough review of your medical history to ensure that a PDO Thread Lift is the safest and most effective option for achieving your aesthetic goals.
A PDO Thread Lift at the CraftMD Med Spa in Phoenix is performed through a series of steps as follows:
A PDO Thread Lift performed with precision and meticulous attention to detail at the CraftMD Med Spa provides powerful rejuvenation results yet comes with minimal downtime. Patients are able to immediately return home and can begin seeing their improvements by the next day. While mild swelling, redness, and soreness may be present at first, these side effects usually resolve within a day or two. You can wear makeup right away after your session to conceal any minor discoloration. Take care to avoid exaggerated facial movements for a few weeks, as this can put undue pressure on the threads before they have fully integrated with your skin tissue.
If you are interested in learning more about how a PDO Thread Lift or InstaLift can transform your appearance with minimal downtime or discomfort, reach out to us today at CraftMD Med Spa in Phoenix, AZ. We are excited to answer your questions in depth and help you get started along the road to a refreshed, revitalized countenance and heightened self-confidence.
Most patients report that a PDO thread lift comes with minimal discomfort. Prior to your treatment, your skin will be numbed with a topical anesthetic, which makes the session pain-free and anxiety-free. After a PDO thread lift, you can use a cold compress and over-the-counter pain medications to alleviate any minor soreness.
You can undergo a PDO thread lift every 12-18 months as you like in order to maintain a more youthful, refreshed appearance long-term.
Within a day or so, as swelling dies down, you will begin seeing tighter, firmer skin. Your results will continue to improve in the coming months as collagen production in the body is increased.
Yes, definitely. We offer a wide array of powerful anti-aging solutions at our practice in Phoenix and are happy to discuss your options for a combination treatment plan during your private consultation.
Our licensed, experienced providers do everything possible to reduce the likelihood of complications by upholding the highest safety standards and being meticulously detailed in their approach. Despite this, a PDO thread lift comes with certain inherent risks to be aware of, including the following:
Our medspa team will provide you with a detailed set of instructions to help make your treatment process seamless and successful. You should discontinue blood-thinning medications, including vitamin E, turmeric, fish oil, etc., at least 10 days prior to your appointment.
Pricing can vary depending on the extent of the changes required to achieve your unique cosmetic goals. Our team strives for transparency, however, and will make sure you receive a customized price quote upon the completion of your private consultation in Phoenix.
