Thread lifting Thread lifting with absorbable PDO threads is a valuable therapeutic option for treating age-related changes, achieving long-term results with an effective lift, improved skin quality, and the correction of wrinkles and lines. WHAT EFFECTS DO PDO THREADS HAVE? Skin rejuvenation Skin firming and tissue tightening Precise correction of fine wrinkles Slight volume creation Wrinkle smoothing ADVANTAGES OF PDO THREADS? Polydioxanone (PDO) suture material has proven itself in plastic surgery for decades. After some time, it is broken down through hydrolysis and degraded, allowing it to be naturally absorbed. The advantages are clear: Optimal tolerability No downtime No visible scars Short treatment time Immediate and long-lasting effect Fast healing Long-lasting results Biodegradable WHAT TYPES OF PDO THREADS ARE THERE? Depending on the desired effect, three different thread types are available: BASIC - smooth threads used for skin rejuvenation and local radiance SCREW - spiral-shaped threads that plump from the inside out, can cause higher collagen production and have a strong local lifting effect Threads with barbs, which achieve the strongest anchorage and therefore the strongest lifting effect AREAS OF APPLICATION FOR PDO THREADS? In practice, thread lifting can be used for patients between the ages of 30 and 55. Smoothing of glabella "hamster cheeks" Smoothing of vertical and horizontal forehead wrinkles Smoothing of laugh lines around the eyes Correction of marionette lines Eyebrow lift Sagging skin on the chin, neck, and on the inside of the upper arms Sagging skin on the hands Correction of the facial shape Body contouring HOW LONG DOES THE TREATMENT TAKE? The initial consultation lasts approximately 30 minutes. The treatment itself takes between 20 and 30 minutes. HOW LONG DOES THE EFFECT LASTS? The results are visible immediately after treatment and improve significantly after 6-8 weeks due to the activation of collagen and elastin production. Although the PRO threads dissolve after 6-8 months, the effect lasts longer and lasts for around 1 to 1.5 years. RESULT In contrast to a "major", surgical facelift, the soft facelift is about regenerating connective tissue and rebuilding the collagen support structure, rather than pulling the tissue into a new position! Your natural facial expression is preserved. The absorbable threads then dissolve completely after 6 to 8 months. However, the soft facelift lasts up to 2 years and can be repeated at any time without any problems. THE TREATMENT Soft facelift treatments with lifting threads are almost painless because the affected areas are locally anesthetized beforehand. The number of threads used depends on the area to be tightened and your wishes. There are no restrictions. The 100% absorbable threads are inserted subcutaneously, i.e., beneath the skin, using a very thin guide needle. They then form a stable network. The tension of the threads visibly yet naturally tightens the skin structure in the treated area and lifts the tissue back to its original position. The needles are removed, leaving behind an invisible thread structure. Side effects such as slight swelling or hematomas (bruises) depend on the number of threads used and can occasionally occur. However, these are not problematic, can be covered with makeup, and disappear quickly. Various areas can be tightened during a single treatment. Combination with other therapies, such as hyaluronic acid injections, is also possible. Areas of application: Forehead and temple area, eyebrows, cheek and jaw area, neck and décolleté, underside of the upper arms, abdomen, thighs, chest, buttocks, legs.