The area is numbed using an anaesthetic. The threads are then inserted using a cannula and pulled to lift the skin and engage the thread into the tissue. The skin is massaged to engage the thread even more and any visible thread is cut and buried into the skin.

The treatment usually takes about 15-30 minutes depending on the area being treated.

Results can sometimes be seen immediately but they usually take 6 weeks to fully come into effect.

PDO threads are inserted into the skin and dissolve approximately six months later. The results of this treatment can be seen up to two years later.

No. This is a non-surgical face lift and recovery time is minimal.

• Avoid non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for 48 hours.
• In the event of discomfort, take analgesia e.g. paracetamol. Discomfort is normal after a thread lift, there may be residual tenderness for up to 4 weeks post-treatment.
• To prevent the risk of infection, avoid touching the treated area with your fingers.
• Mineral make-up may be gently applied after 24 hours using clean brushes or sponges.
• Sleep face up, elevated on pillows for 7 nights minimum, preferably 2 weeks.
• Wash and pat dry your face gently without rubbing for 5 days. Do not use active ingredients in your skincare for 5 days.
• Avoid shaving (men) for one week.
• Please avoid any heat-inducing activities, including exercise of any kind aside from gentle walking, swimming pools, spas, saunas and tanning for a minimum of 2 weeks.
• No dental work for 4 weeks post-treatment.
• No facials or skin treatments for a minimum of 2 weeks post-treatment. We advise against dermal filler injections for 3 months post-treatment to minimise any cross-reactivity between the products.
• Do not massage the treatment area unless instructed to do so.