PDO Threads
in San Antonio

At A Glance

  • Treatment Time: 45-90 Minutes
  • Downtime: Mild swelling and bruising possible
  • Results: Immediate lift with continued improvement over time
  • Longevity: Approximately 12-18 months
  • Best For: Mild skin laxity, facial contouring, and collagen stimulation
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Not every concern requires surgery. PDO Threads provide a non-surgical way to lift, support, and rejuvenate areas affected by mild to moderate skin laxity. By creating immediate support beneath the skin while stimulating collagen production over time, PDO Threads can help restore a firmer, more refreshed appearance.

What are PDO Threads?

PDO (Polydioxanone) Threads are dissolvable sutures placed beneath the skin to provide lift, support, and collagen stimulation. As the threads dissolve, they encourage your body to produce new collagen, helping improve firmness and skin quality long after treatment.

Common Treatment Areas

  • Jawline
  • Jowls
  • Mid-face laxity
  • Cheeks
  • Neck
  • Brows
  • Lower face contouring
  • Early signs of skin laxity

What to Expect

  • Consultation: At our San Antonio med spa, your provider will assess skin laxity, facial structure, and treatment goals to determine whether PDO Threads are appropriate for your concerns and desired outcome.
  • Treatment: After numbing the treatment area, PDO Threads are strategically placed beneath the skin to provide support and lift. Most appointments take 45-90 minutes depending on the areas being treated. To maximize comfort, we offer topical numbing, the Beauty Bar comfort device, and optional Pro-Nox™ during treatment.
  • Recovery: Mild swelling, bruising, tenderness, or tightness is common following treatment and typically improves within several days. Most clients return to normal activities within a day or two, though exercise and strenuous activity should be avoided for approximately one week.
  • Results
    • Immediate lifting and support
    • Continued collagen stimulation
    • Improved firmness and skin quality
    • Natural-looking rejuvenation
    • Results may last 12-18 months
  • Downtime
    • Mild swelling and bruising are common
    • Temporary tenderness or tightness may occur
    • Sleeping on your back may be recommended initially
    • Exercise restrictions may apply during recovery

PDO Threads FAQS

Filler restores volume, while PDO Threads provide structural support and lifting. Many clients benefit from combining both treatments.

PDO Threads offer a non-surgical option for mild to moderate skin laxity. They do not replace the results of a surgical facelift but can provide noticeable improvement for the right candidate.

No. The threads gradually dissolve over time while stimulating collagen production that helps support long-term results.

Some awareness of the threads may be normal initially, but this typically improves as healing progresses.

Looking for additional skin tightening and collagen support? PDO Threads are often paired with Morpheus8®, Sculptra®, or Dermal Filler for enhanced results.