What happens to broken PDO threads? Should I be concerned?

Question

I had a pdo threadlift. on the Right side i have two threads, but on the Left side, i have four threads, because 3 of them broke while they were being tightened. i was told they broke because i have fillers in my face, so my tissue was too heavy? well i am worried about the three threads that broke. what will happen to them? Thankful for any advice

Michael P. Morrissette, DDS, FACS · Answer

No worries, PDO threads dissolve in 6 months. Threads tend to provide a more tightening effect because they promote collagen formation. In any case, all effects are maximized at 6 months as the treads dissolve.

Atlanta Innovative Medicine · Answer

There is always a risk that PDO threads will break during treatment; this happens, but it is typically not a big concern. PDO threads are designed to dissolve within 6–9 months, so you don’t need to worry about removing them. Additionally, even after they break, the threads will still work to an extent, by continuing to promote collagen production. However, they will not work in full, and you may be left with different or lesser results than you’d hoped for. While there are likely no safety concerns, you may want to see another professional about how best to ensure optimal results. We hope this helps!

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