Thread Lift in Buenos Aires

What are PDO threads?

PDO (polydioxanone) threads are bioabsorbable sutures that have been used in cardiac and orthopedic surgery for decades. Their application in aesthetic medicine as a non-surgical lifting tool is based on two simultaneous mechanisms: mechanical tissue repositioning (immediate lift) and the biological response they trigger in the skin (progressive collagen neosynthesis).

When inserted under the skin through fine needles or cannulas, barbed or smooth PDO threads grip the soft tissue and reposition it superiorly, creating an immediate visible lift. At the same time, the foreign body response to the thread stimulates fibroblasts to produce new collagen around the thread — maintaining and improving the result even as the thread itself biodegrades over 6 to 9 months.

Types of PDO threads

Barbed (cog) threads

These are the "lifting" threads. They have small bidirectional barbs along their length that hook into the subcutaneous fat and SMAS layer, providing the mechanical tissue repositioning. They are used for cheek lifting, jowl correction, neck tightening, and brow elevation.

Smooth mono threads

These are inserted in a mesh pattern to stimulate collagen production and improve skin quality without mechanical repositioning. They are ideal for fine lines, skin texture improvement, and as a complement to barbed threads to enhance overall skin quality.

Twisted/screw threads

These have a twisted or spiraled structure that creates more volume and stimulation than smooth mono threads. They are used for adding subtle volume and firmness in areas like the cheeks, under-eyes, and lips.

Treatment areas

• Midface and cheeks — lifting descended cheek fat pads, restoring youthful facial contour
• Jowls — reducing the appearance of jowling along the jawline
• Neck — tightening loose neck skin and reducing horizontal neck lines
• Brow — elevating a heavy or descended brow without surgery
• Nasolabial folds — indirect reduction through cheek lifting
• Under-eye area — smooth threads for periorbital skin quality improvement
• Décolletage — skin quality improvement on the chest and neck

Who is a candidate?

Thread lift is most effective for patients with mild to moderate facial laxity who want a visible improvement without surgery. Ideal candidates are typically:

• Ages 35–60 with early to moderate skin laxity and descent
• Patients who want a non-surgical alternative to facelift for mild improvements
• Those seeking to enhance and prolong the results of hyaluronic acid fillers
• Patients who had a surgical facelift and want maintenance between procedures
• Good skin quality — thread lift works best when skin has enough elasticity to respond to lifting

The procedure

1. 1
   Consultation and mapping Facial assessment, vector planning for thread insertion, discussion of expected outcomes, and pre-procedure photography.
2. 2
   Local anesthesia Topical and injectable local anesthetic is applied to entry points and along thread paths. The procedure is well tolerated and performed while the patient is awake and comfortable.
3. 3
   Thread insertion Using fine cannulas or needles, threads are inserted at planned vectors and anchored. The lifting effect is visible immediately as tissue is repositioned. A typical full-face treatment uses 4 to 16 threads depending on areas treated.
4. 4
   Result check and discharge Immediate result is assessed, any necessary adjustments are made. Patient is discharged the same day with aftercare instructions. Procedure duration: 30 to 60 minutes.

Cost of thread lift in Buenos Aires

The fee for a thread lift at Dr. Jenny's practice in Buenos Aires is defined during the valuation consultation, depending on the number of threads used, areas treated, and whether the procedure is combined with other treatments.

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