PDO Threads

Need a little pick-me-up? Try PDO

PDO threads are a non-surgical skin tightening treatment that lifts sagging, jowling skin and generates collagen, giving you an instant lift while improving the quality of your skin. 

A woman receiving a facial treatment, with a professional holding a needle or applicator close to her cheek, in a clinical setting.

From sagging to sexy – without surgery

PDO Threads are best for: lifting and tightening sagging skin. 

PDO threads are a nonsurgical way to achieve:  

  • Tighter, more youthful skin

  • Neck lift

  • Brow lift

  • Jawline tightening and contouring

  • Cheekbone contouring

  • Lift the tip of the nose

  • Under-eye lift

PDO Threads Downtime: None. 

Book your PDO thread lift in Woodbridge and Falls Church, Virginia today

Lift your spirits (and your face) by booking your PDO threads appointment today at Élan Aesthetics in Falls Church, Virginia, proudly serving clients throughout the surrounding areas.

Frequently asked questions

  • Polydioxanone (PDO) threads are a type of dissolvable suture that are placed under the skin in order to lift and tighten the skin.

    The threads are inserted into the skin using a cannula, and then anchored into place.

    The threads trigger the body to produce collagen, which keeps the skin smooth and tight.

    As the body absorbs the threads, it’s replaced by new collagen.

  • There is no downtime associated with PDO threads. You may have swelling and bruising for the first 24-48 hours, but this will subside within a few days.

    For the first week after your treatment, please avoid rubbing your face! You don’t want to dislodge the sutures. If you’re a side or stomach sleeper, we recommend trying to sleep on your back for the first week as well, with your head propped up on a pillow.

    You shouldn’t experience any major discomfort during the recovery period, as long as you follow your aftercare instructions closely.

  • Nope! We always numb you before beginning this procedure. You may feel a slight pinch or pulling sensation, but you won’t feel any pain.

    You shouldn’t experience any major discomfort during the recovery period, as long as you follow your aftercare instructions closely.

  • Younger people (40-50s) tend to have results that last for 3-4 years, because their skin is healthier and more elastic. Older people (60+) tend to see results for 1-2 years.

    This is why it’s so important to take a comprehensive approach to aging: by strengthening your skin through collagen-stimulating treatments, you can maintain your youthful, healthy skin, and get better results from anti-aging treatments like PDO threads.