PDO (Polydioxanone) threads are very thin medical threads used in various medical and aesthetic applications, mainly for skin lifting and tightening. They are made from a biocompatible material (Polydioxanol) which is bioabsorbable over time by the body and do not require removal.<\/p>\n
Thread Placement<\/strong> Thread Results<\/strong> Complications<\/strong> Application Points<\/strong><\/p>\n Forehead<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Eyes (Crow’s feet)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Zygomatics<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Nasolabial folds<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Facial oval<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Neck (Improving saggy neck)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Turkey neck<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Results<\/strong><\/p>\n Collagen & elastin activation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Firming\/rejuvenation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Duration of Results<\/strong> Duration of Results\/Absorption<\/strong> Cog Threads<\/strong> Placement<\/strong> Thread Results<\/strong> Complications<\/strong> First weeks<\/strong>:<\/p>\n Swelling & bruising \u2013 A normal reaction that will fade away in a few days<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Asymmetrical angle \u2013 Due to local swelling<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Sensitivity & pain \u2013 Usually a mild discomfort that lasts for a few days<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n Weeks \u2013 Months<\/strong>:<\/p>\n Visible or easy-to-feel threads \u2013 Until the lifting process begins<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Local swelling or hard-felt points \u2013 From excessive fibrosis around the threads which will subside<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Application Points<\/strong><\/p>\n Forehead<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Zygomatics<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Nasolabial folds<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Facial oval<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Neck<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Turkey neck<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Results<\/strong><\/p>\n Firming<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Collagen activation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Improvement of skin texture<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Duration of Results\/Absorption<\/strong> Skin condition<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Existing skin looseness<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Age<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n (Usually 6 months – 2 years)<\/p>\n It is important to know that the cog thread procedure is not permanent, and the improvements it offers will decrease over time as the skin continues the natural aging process.<\/p>\n Instructions After Application<\/strong> Sauna<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Alcohol<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Hot bath\/shower<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n Makeup is prohibited for 48 hours.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Application of antibiotic cream (Bactroban) with clean hands for 48 hours.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Exercise and intense activities are not allowed for 24 hours.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Restriction of abrupt facial movement.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Ice for 20 minutes after application.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n In case of pain, only paracetamol, not ibuprofen, because it combats inflammation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"derma-service":[61,62],"class_list":["post-1179","yphresia","type-yphresia","status-publish","hentry","derma-service-aesthetic-dermatology","derma-service-anti-aging-rejuvenation"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.aegeanderma.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/yphresia\/1179","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.aegeanderma.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/yphresia"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.aegeanderma.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/yphresia"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.aegeanderma.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1179"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"derma-service","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.aegeanderma.gr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/derma-service?post=1179"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
Before thread placement, we apply local anesthesia to minimize any discomfort that may occur.
The threads are installed using small needles and they create a tissue reconstruction through mechanical tension and activation of collagen production. The use of threads leads to the improvement of skin elasticity, resulting in a younger and renewed appearance. The thread installation procedure is non-invasive.<\/p>\n
Although the results are visible immediately, the complete reconstruction of the skin improves day by day, but it usually takes a few weeks to achieve.<\/p>\n
There are no complications in PDO thread placement. However, there may be mild irritation locally.<\/p>\n\n
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Up to 12 months<\/p>\n
PDO threads are absorbed by the body after some time (usually 6-12 months) and re-examination is recommended for placement of additional threads to maintain the result (18-14 months).<\/p>\n
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Cog threads are thicker than PDO threads and have small spikes on their surface, which act as “hooks” that help to lift and tighten the skin much more effectively.<\/p>\n
Their placement is performed with small needles, under local anesthesia, to minimize any discomfort. The thread spikes are attached to the skin and create a lift in the area where they are applied. After placement, the body reacts by producing collagen around the thread, providing improvement of skin texture and long-term tightening.<\/p>\n
Although the results are visible immediately, the complete reconstruction of the skin improves day by day, but it usually takes a few weeks to achieve.<\/p>\n
There are no complications in the placement of cog threads because it is generally a safe and non-invasive procedure. In some cases, there may be:<\/p>\n\n
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The duration of the results from cog threads can vary depending on several factors such as:<\/p>\n\n
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On the day of treatment, all activities that may cause excessive inflammation are prohibited:<\/p>\n\n
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