Thread Lifting Q&A, Part 5: What Is a PDO Thread?

Hello,

I am Lim Seong-yoon, a board-certified plastic surgeon and the director of Just Plastic Surgery.

In the previous post, I explained the Peach Thread used together with Peach Lifting, the signature lifting procedure at our clinic.

Today, I’ll give you a detailed explanation of PDO (Polydioxanone) threads, the most widely used material in thread lifting.

✔️ PDO threads are the ‘foundation and core’ of thread lifting

PDO is an absorbable suture that has long been used for medical purposes,

and it remains the most common and stable material used in thread lifting today.

Well-known PDO threads include

Mint Thread, Blue Rose, and V-Seal.

✔️ It has many advantages

✅ It is highly safe and is naturally absorbed by the body. ✅ It can help improve skin elasticity by stimulating collagen production. ✅ Because the thread has good elasticity, it can pull the skin as much as needed, creating a strong lifting effect. ✅ Thread designs vary, including cog-type and spiral-type, allowing customized lifting for each area. ✅ It is relatively affordable and suitable for beginners.

✔️ It also has drawbacks

❗️The duration is relatively short. (absorbed in about 6 months)

For this reason, when combined with PLLA-based threads (Silhouette Soft) / PCL or collagen boosters,

you can achieve more satisfying results.

Mint, V-Seal (PDO-based) + Silhouette Soft (PLLA-based)

One of our clinic’s signature thread lifting procedures, Triple Egg Lifting, also combines PDO-based threads and PLLA-based threads to achieve a stronger effect and longer-lasting results.

We plan to cover Triple Egg Lifting in more detail in a future blog post.

▲Case example of Triple Egg Lifting at Just Plastic Surgery

✔️ Who is PDO thread suitable for?

People trying thread lifting for the first time

People with thin and sensitive skin

People who want a more active and effective lifting result

People who expect a short recovery time and a natural yet noticeable change

✔️ How Just Plastic Surgery uses it

At our clinic, we use PDO threads for

✔️ major areas such as the midface, side cheeks, and jawline, ✔️ while considering anatomical direction and support points, we design the most appropriate thread placement for each individual.

In addition, when used together with collagen boosters such as Rejuran, Juvelook, and Rebirth, you can also expect improved longevity and better skin quality.

Preview of the next post

Next time,

I’ll answer the question: “How long does thread lifting last?” I’ll explain in detail how the answer changes depending on the type and combination of threads, as well as skin type.

So far,

this has been Lim Seong-yoon, a board-certified plastic surgeon at Just Plastic Surgery, covering everything about anti-aging. Thank you.