The main way to prepare for your PDO thread (polydioxanone thread) procedure is to cut out the use of any and all blood-thinning medications or supplements at least a week before your scheduled appointment. This is to reduce the risk of complications like excessive bleeding or bruising. Other than that, the procedure does not require …
Does It Really Matter What Kind of PDO Thread Is Used?
Yes, the type of PDO thread used in your procedure matters. It can affect issues like: The quality of your results How long your results last Cost of treatment Tensile strength of the threads At Glow Aesthetic Center, we use Novathreads. Your board certified practitioner will discuss the best available threads for your specific beauty …
Do PDO Threads Build Collagen?
The PDO threads we use at Glow Aesthetic Center are made of the same material as surgical sutures that have been used in cardiac surgeries for decades. The threads work using a process called “controlled healing,” which stimulates the growth of collagen around the threads before they eventually dissolve into your body. The most abundant …