Threads and Why We Love Them 💕

Looking to get refreshed but don’t want to be overfilled? Bummed out about saggy, lax skin? We have an answer for you. Let's talk about Threads!

Threads are PDO, polydioxanone dissolvable sutures that can instantly reposition saggy, droopy skin. Threads are a wonderful way to address the lower face, specifically nasolabial folds, marionette lines, jowls, the jawline and neck. In about an hour, Dr. Dean Bloch can lift the tissue to a more youthful position AND the threads stimulate the collagen for a long term benefit. 

• So what are we actually talking about with Threads? PDO Threads are carefully inserted beneath the skin into the tissue. The threads are then gently pulled to achieve the desired lift and tightening effect. Once in place the threads are trimmed. Not only do the threads physically lift and reposition the saggy skin, but over time the threads dissolve and stimulate the collagen in the treated area further increasing the long term rejuvenating effects of the thread lift.  
  

• Let’s cut to the chase: Who’s a good candidate for Threads?
  Threads are great for anyone 30-70 who wants to experience lifting and tightening. PDO Threads are particularly great if you are experiencing signs of aging like saggy, droopy skin, jowls or loss of contour and definition. 
  

• OK, so what should I expect during my Threads treatment?
  Your consultation and treatment will NOT be done on the same day. Threads are a procedure and must be carefully considered. On the day of your Threads procedure, you will be numbed with topical anesthetic and injected with local anesthetic for maximum comfort. We also have ProNox (laughing gas) Nitrous Oxide for your comfort (highly recommended!) Dr. Bloch will carefully insert the threads with a cannula. Once the threads are positioned, he will remove the cannula and the threads remain inserted in the tissue. 
  

• What happens after Threads?
  You will experience mild discomfort. Not pain, but tightness. We advise that you sleep with your head elevated for several nights. You will likely experience swelling, bruising and tenderness. You may use Tylenol/Acetaminophen (no Ibuprofen.) No exercise for 1 week. Avoid touching or manipulating the area. Ice and keep the area clean.

I hope I haven't scared you off. PDO Threads are a really fantastic way to lift and reposition the skin. We’re so excited to offer this minimally-invasive treatment as it will help you avoid being overfilled and overdone. If you know you're never going to get a surgical facelift, are putting it off, or want to look more youthful and lifted, sculpted and contoured, Threads are for you.

If you’d like to set up a consultation, please call or text 845-339-5237.