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Does this extra skin flatten out if you do PDO thread lift? (Photo)

Sensible195055Feb 9, 2024
I can’t find anywhere on the internet an answer but if I pull my skin back like a pdo thread would, there is a ripple of extra skin behind my finger where I am pulling the skin back. When you do threads, does that extra skin flatten out? Where does it go?

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James R. Gordon, MD, FACS, FAAO

Thank you for sharing your question and posting your photo? Thread lifting only works for the top layer of skin, not the deeper tissue. You do not have enough loose skin for there to be a significant improvement. RF or Ultherapy might be better choices. See an experienced oculofacial survey....

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Jason Emer, MD

I recommend fillers to soften the nasolabial folds themselves and also lift around the mouth and cheeks to build underlying anatomical support. In our practice we combine Sculptra with other fillers "layered" on top and lasers, skin tightening treatments such as Thermage, Fractora, and Renuvion...

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James R. Gordon, MD, FACS, FAAO

Thank you for sharing your question and posting your photos. PDO thread lifting works best for patients who have loose sagging skin. Your skin seems youthful and firm. The underlying tissues seems to have fallen a bit. See an oculofacial surgeon for comprehensive evaluation and discussion of...

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