Medical Expertise at Medical Aesthetics & Lasers
Medical Aesthetics & Lasers is led by Ayaz Khan, MD , an experienced physician who has practiced aesthetic medicine, pain management, and addiction medicine in the United States since 2004. Dr. Khan has completed advanced medical training in anesthesiology and surgery and has additional training and certifications in aesthetic medicine. His multidisciplinary medical background informs a patient-centered approach to aesthetic and wellness treatments.
PDO and PCL thread lifts are two different types of minimally invasive cosmetic procedures used to lift and tighten sagging skin.
PDO (Polydioxanone) Thread Lift:
- PDO threads are made of a biocompatible and absorbable synthetic material called Polydioxanone.
- PDO threads have been used for many years in surgical sutures and are well-known for their safety and efficacy.
- PDO thread lift involves the insertion of thin, dissolvable threads into the skin using a needle. The threads have small barbs or cones that anchor the skin and lift it upwards.
- PDO thread lift is effective in treating mild to moderate skin sagging, such as jowls, nasolabial folds, and drooping eyebrows.
- PDO threads are fully absorbed by the body within six months, leaving behind collagen and elastin fibers that help to maintain the lift.
PCL (Polycaprolactone) Thread Lift:
- PCL threads are made of a synthetic polymer called Polycaprolactone, which is biocompatible and biodegradable.
- PCL thread lift involves the insertion of thicker, stronger threads into the skin using a needle. The threads are sturdier than PDO threads and provide a more powerful lifting effect.
- PCL thread lift is effective in treating moderate to severe skin sagging, such as sagging cheeks, marionette lines, and neck wrinkles.
- PCL threads take longer to absorb than PDO threads, lasting up to 2 years, and stimulate the production of collagen and elastin for long-lasting results.
In summary, PDO and PCL thread lifts use different materials and have different strengths and effects, making them suitable for different degrees of skin sagging. A qualified and experienced cosmetic doctor can advise which thread lift procedure is best suited to your individual needs.