PDO Threads: Face and Body Treatment Areas

Understanding PDO Threads and Their Applications

PDO (Polydioxanone) threads are gaining popularity in aesthetic treatments. They are primarily used for lifting and rejuvenating various areas of the face and body. Each treatment area may require different types of PDO threads, as well as specific gauges and lengths.

Face Treatment Areas

In the facial region, PDO threads can target multiple areas. Below is a detailed table summarizing recommended thread types, gauges, and their benefits.

Area	Recommended PDO Thread Type	Gauge & Length (Typical)	Purpose/Benefit
Brows & Forehead	Cog (360° or 4D)	18G–21G / 60–90mm	Lifts brows, opens eyes, tightens forehead
Cheeks & Mid-Face	Cog or Molding Cog Threads	18G / 90–100mm	Restores volume, lifts sagging cheeks
Nasolabial Folds	Mono or Screw	29G–30G / 25–38mm	Stimulates collagen, softens deep smile lines
Jawline & Jowls	Cog (Barbed or 4D)	18G / 90–100mm	Defines jawline, lifts jowls
Under Eyes	Mono (very fine)	30G–31G / 25mm	Smooths fine lines, improves under-eye texture
Lips (Vermilion Border)	Mono or Twist	29G / 25–30mm	Enhances lip shape, firms border
Chin	Cog (4D or 360°)	19G / 60–90mm	Improves chin projection, firms under-chin skin

Body Treatment Areas

PDO threads are not limited to the face; they can also enhance body contours. The following table summarizes PDO thread applications for various body areas.

Area	Recommended PDO Thread Type	Gauge & Length (Typical)	Purpose/Benefit
Neck & Décolletage	Mono or Screw	29G / 30–50mm	Tightens crepey skin, improves texture
Abdomen	Screw or Double Screw	27G–29G / 50–90mm	Stimulates collagen, tightens loose postpartum skin
Buttocks / Hip Dips	Cog (Long, Anchoring Type)	18G / 100–150mm	Lifts and enhances buttocks, improves hip dip area
Inner Arms	Mono or Cog	27G–29G / 50–90mm	Tightens sagging arm skin
Thighs (Inner)	Mono or Cog	27G / 70–100mm	Improves texture and firmness
Knees	Mono	29G–30G / 38–50mm	Smooths wrinkles, firms skin around the knees

General Tips for PDO Threads Use

• Use cog threads for lifting and mono/screw threads for rejuvenation or collagen stimulation.

• The gauge of the thread determines its thickness and strength. A lower gauge means a thicker thread.

• The length of the thread affects the coverage area. Longer threads are beneficial for larger treatment areas.

• Always consider topical numbing and local anesthesia when using thicker gauges or treating sensitive areas.

  
  

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This blog post is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice, training, or instruction for performing any aesthetic or body contouring treatments. Always seek professional training and certification from a qualified provider before performing any procedures.