Dr. Sonya Campbell Johnson directs Dermatology Associates in three locations in Tipton, Batesville & Indianapolis IN, and is skilled in PDO Threading and all medical and cosmetic procedures related to skin problems and aging. Our doctor is here today to explain a newer concept to the traditional facelift.
Explaining a Polydioxanone Thread Lift
Our skilled doctor performs different anti-aging procedures, including this procedure that uses dissolvable, biodegradable polyester sutures to tighten and firm your skin. The benefit of this procedure is that it is far less invasive, takes less than an hour, and uses no scalpel.
The Significant Difference in Threading
The sutures used in this procedure are colorless, and your body starts to break down these sutures after about six months. This procedure lasts three to four years in younger patients.
Dermatology Associates in Tipton, Batesville & Indianapolis IN, explain another difference with PDO Threading is that it triggers a reaction to fibroblasts to produce more collagen in your skin. As you age, your body produces less collagen, and this causes your skin to develop fine lines and wrinkles. Thus, the aging process.
There are different types of PDO threads, and our doctor can match you with the best option. Each type provides a different action.
- Mono: Rejuvenates skin to produce more collagen, rejuvenation
- Cog: Thread has barbs latching into the skin to lift and support; moderate facelift results
- Screw: Intertwined threads restore volume, moderate facelift results
- PLA and PCA: Newer, lasts longer, stimulates more collagen, significant facelift results
Benefits of Threading
There are fewer complications like less scaring, bruising, and bleeding, as this procedure is minimally invasive. However, everything in life does present some risks. But these are minor, and our doctor can quickly correct these, such as possible visible sutures, some pain, minor bruising, rare infection, inflammation, snapped threads, hair loss, and salivary gland injury.
Areas Most Targeted for Threading
This procedure works best on the face, like cheeks, eyes, jaws, and neck. Some patients may need an additional method, such as dermal fillers. However, you will see an immediate improvement in your aging skin.
Look no further in Indiana for a skilled dermatologist. We can help with any skin condition that needs the attention of our doctor, or if you are interested in PDO Threading, please call Dr. Campbell Johnson at Dermatology Associates at (317) 257-1484, with three office locations in Tipton, Batesville & Indianapolis IN, and schedule your consultation appointment today. We can discuss any pre- and post-op instructions at this time. The huge benefit of this procedure is that it is quicker and offers a great alternative to the traditional facelift. There is no downtime, and recovery is minimal and fast.