Sioux Falls
South Dakota
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We’ll evaluate your skin and goals to determine which type of thread and how many will achieve the lift you’re looking for.
PDO Thread Lift
A minimally invasive alternative to a facelift that uses temporary sutures to lift sagging skin and encourage your body’s own collagen production, with results visible immediately.
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What is a
PDO Thread Lift?
As we age, our bodies gradually produce less collagen, and skin begins to sag because it can no longer support the tissue beneath it. A PDO thread lift addresses this nonsurgically. Rather than removing loose skin the way surgery does, it uses temporary polydioxanone (PDO) sutures, a suture material used for over 30 years, to lift sagging skin and suspend it in place, primarily targeting the midface, jowls, and neck. The threads also encourage your body to produce more of its own collagen in the treated area, adding volume alongside the lift.
We use MINT™ threads, the latest advancement in PDO technology. Unlike conventional PDO threads, which cut barbs from the thread’s core (weakening it and making it more prone to breakage), MINT™ uses a patented technology to press-mold the barbs onto the surface of the thread, preserving its structural integrity for a more reliable lift.
Why Get a PDO Thread Lift?
- Instant skin lifting and tightening
- Promotes ongoing collagen production
- Fewer fine lines and wrinkles
- A shorter recovery than surgery, most patients return to work within 1 day to 1 week depending on their job
What Areas a Thread Lift Treats
- Sagging cheeks
- Smile and laugh lines
- Loose skin around the jawline
- Loose, sagging skin on the neck
Who Is a Good Candidate for a PDO Thread Lift?
PDO threads are best suited to patients noticing early signs of aging, mild wrinkling or sagging in the midface, jowls, or neck, who want a lifted look without the downtime or cost of a surgical facelift. Patients with more significant, advanced sagging are typically better served by a traditional facelift.
Your Path to a PDO Thread Lift
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Your Treatment
A quick procedure, completed in as little as 30 minutes, right in our office.
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Your Results
Most patients notice minor immediate results right after treatment, with full results developing as new collagen forms over the following months.
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Book Your Free ConsultationBefore, During & After Your PDO Thread Lift: What to Expect
Before Your Treatment
Your provider marks insertion points and directions across the treatment area, then applies a local anesthetic to numb the skin fully before beginning.
During Your Treatment
Threads are guided into place with a cannula, then gently massaged to ensure no dimpling and smooth, even tissue. The full procedure takes as little as 30 minutes.
After Your Treatment
After 48 hours, you can gently resume your basic skincare routine and wear makeup. Side effects can occur in the first 24 to 48 hours and typically resolve quickly. Some effects, like bruising, swelling, tenderness, numbness, or minor unevenness, may take a few weeks to fully resolve.
The threads dissolve completely into water and carbon dioxide, fully absorbed by your body within six to eight months. Even after they’re gone, they continue to have done their job: new collagen has formed in the treated area, and that’s what delivers the lasting result. Overall outcomes are typically reported to last 18 months to 2 years.
Before
& After
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the downtime?
You can resume daily activities immediately after your procedure. More intense activity, like exercise, should wait about a week; check with your provider beforehand.
Can I get PDO threads more than once?
Yes. The threads dissolve completely, so you’re free to get treated again and enjoy the benefits of MINT™ over an extended period.
Can I combine PDO threads with other treatments?
Yes. MINT™ pairs well with neuromodulators like BOTOX® or Dysport® for wrinkles, dermal fillers for volume, and laser treatments for texture, letting you build a complete plan around your goals.
Are all PDO threads the same?
No. While PDO threads share the same base material, manufacturing varies by brand. Conventional threads cut barbs from the thread’s core, weakening it. MINT™ uses a patented process to press-mold barbs onto the thread’s surface instead, preserving its strength.
What's the difference between a facelift and PDO threads?
A facelift is a better fit for patients with more significant sagging who can invest in a long-term surgical solution and the recovery time it requires, with results that can last up to ten years. PDO threads are a minimally invasive alternative for milder sagging, delivering natural, instant results with far less downtime, trauma, and cost.
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