Why was my PDO thread lift so intense and painful?

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They said that I would experience pain for the first day, and some discomfort the next few days, but that I would be able to return to work the next day. I was NOT. I had to take two days off; I was in so much severe pain I was back the next day begging for narcotics and needed to take them for four days. Is this a sign that I would heal poorly from other facial surgery (such as a nose job), or that I wasn't sleeping well or not numbed enough?

Anna Petropoulos, MD, FRCS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question! It sounds like your experience with PDO threads was more intense than expected. Several factors could have contributed to this:
-Inadequate numbing: If the area wasn't sufficiently numbed, the pain could be more severe.
-Personal pain threshold: Everyone’s tolerance varies, and some may experience more pain than others.
-Body's inflammatory response: Some people experience more swelling or inflammation, increasing discomfort.
-Healing ability: Poor sleep, stress, or other health factors can slow healing or worsen pain.
-Expectations: It is important for the provider to be very clear about potential discomfort and down-time following any procedure. Thread lifts can be fairly uncomfortable for a couple of weeks for some patients. 
None of these factors necessarily predict poor outcomes for other surgeries, but consulting with a doctor could clarify potential concerns. I hope this helps! Genie Alexander, RN BSN for Anna Petropoulos, MD FRCS at Center for Classic Beauty, Danvers & Boston, MA

Nima Shemirani, MD · Answer

Hi @filipinaqueen33! I'm sorry you had such an unpleasant experience receiving PDO threads. I don't believe this is a sign that you would heal poorly if you were to get a rhinoplasty. Soreness almost always occurs after treatment. There may be a dull pain that typically goes away after a week or two. You may ask your practitioner to use additional lidocaine for your next treatment. You are also able to take Tylenol after your treatment if you are not allergic. I hope this was helpful :)

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