Often a good fit if
- You have mild to moderate laxity along the jawline, jowls or neck
- Your cheeks or brows have started to descend
- You want a subtle lift without surgery
- You’d like results that keep improving as collagen builds
Aesthetic services
PDO Thread
At Buford Care Medical Clinic, we offer PDO thread lifting, a minimally invasive treatment designed to lift, tighten, and rejuvenate the skin without surgery. PDO threads are safe, absorbable sutures that have been used in medical procedures for many years. When placed under the skin, they create an immediate lifting effect while stimulating collagen production for long-term firmness and improved skin texture.
PDO threads are ideal for patients looking for natural enhancement without significant downtime. They help restore definition, smooth sagging skin, and support areas that have lost volume due to aging.
Common treatment areas include:
- Jawline and jowls
- Cheeks and midface
- Neck and lower face
- Brows and forehead
- Under the chin
- Nasolabial folds and marionette lines
As the threads dissolve over the next several months, your body naturally produces more collagen, resulting in tighter, smoother, and more youthful-looking skin. Results are subtle, natural, and continue to improve over time.
At Buford Care, all thread procedures are performed by licensed medical professionals trained in advanced facial anatomy to ensure safe, balanced, and beautiful outcomes.
New Client Special
We are offering special introductory pricing on PDO thread treatments for new clients. Call us to schedule your consultation and see if thread lifting is the right option for your aesthetic goals.
PDO threads at a glance
- Treatment time
- 45–60 minIncluding local numbing.
- Results
- Immediate liftFirmness keeps improving as collagen builds.
- Downtime
- A few daysMild swelling or bruising is common.
- Lasts
- 12–18 monthsMaintenance sessions extend the effect.
How it works
A short film on what this treatment does and what to expect from it.
Questions it doesn’t answer? Call or text us. (770) 945-4800
Before you decide
Are PDO threads right for you?
An honest guide to who tends to do well with this treatment, and when it’s worth talking it through with your provider first.
Talk with your provider first if
- You’re pregnant or breastfeeding
- There’s an active skin infection in the treatment area
- You have a bleeding disorder or take blood thinners
- You tend to form keloids or raised scars
- Your skin laxity is significant — surgery may give you a better result
No waiting weeks
Ready to talk about PDO Thread?
Book online in about a minute, at Buford or Alpharetta. Most insurance accepted.
How Your Treatment Will Go
We keep every step simple and comfortable so you know what to expect from consultation to results.
- 01
Consultation & Mapping
Your provider examines your skin laxity, discusses your goals, and maps the vectors where the threads will lift and support the tissue.
- 02
Cleansing & Numbing
We cleanse the area and apply a local anesthetic so the treatment stays comfortable from start to finish.
- 03
Thread Placement
Dissolvable PDO threads are inserted through a thin cannula or needle along the planned lines to lift the skin and hold it in place.
- 04
Shaping & Aftercare
Your provider smooths and sets the threads, then reviews aftercare. You will notice an immediate, subtle lift.
How to Prepare
A little preparation helps your appointment go smoothly. Please review the checklist below before your visit.
- Avoid blood-thinning medicines and supplements — aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil, and vitamin E — for about a week to limit bruising.
- Skip alcohol for 24 to 48 hours beforehand and arrive with clean, makeup-free skin.
- Tell your provider about your medications, allergies, and any prior facial treatments or implants.
- Avoid scheduling right before a major event, as mild swelling or bruising can last several days.
Recovery Timeline
Here is what to expect as you heal and your results settle in.
- 01
Day of treatment
Expect mild swelling, tightness, and possibly small bruises or slight dimpling at the entry points. Most people return to light activities the same day.
- 02
First 1 to 2 weeks
Avoid wide mouth movements, facials, dental work, and sleeping on your face. Keep the skin clean and avoid pressure on the treated areas.
- 03
Weeks 2 to 4
Swelling settles and the threads soften as they integrate. The lift looks more natural and any dimpling resolves.
- 04
1 to 3 months
Collagen production increases, gradually improving skin firmness and texture beyond the initial lift.
- 05
12 to 18 months
The threads fully dissolve while the collagen they stimulated continues to support your results. Maintenance sessions extend the effect.
What patients say
★★★★★
I wanted a lift without surgery and this was perfect. My jawline looked more defined and it kept improving for weeks.
★★★★★
There was some swelling for a few days, but my provider prepped me well and the final result was absolutely worth it.
★★★★★
A subtle but real lift along my cheeks. No one could tell I had anything done — they just said I looked refreshed.
★★★★★
Professional, careful, and honest about what threads could do. My midface looks tighter and more youthful.
Meet our provider
At Buford Care, our experienced Family Nurse Practitioners offer non-surgical aesthetic treatments such as Botox, fillers, and thread lifts. We prioritize safety, technique, and subtle results so you look refreshed, confident, and still like yourself.
Aftercare & safety
What’s normal, and when to call us
Most side effects are mild and settle on their own. Your provider will go through aftercare with you before you leave.
Common and temporary
- Swelling, tightness and tenderness for several days
- Small bruises or slight dimpling at entry points that settle as you heal
- Mild unevenness early on that improves as swelling resolves
Call us promptly if
- Pain, redness or warmth that gets worse instead of better
- Pus or a fever, which can signal infection
- A thread end you can see or feel poking through the skin
Questions about appointments
Have questions about scheduling or what to expect? Here are answers to common inquiries to help you feel fully prepared.
1. What are PDO threads and how do they work?
PDO threads are dissolvable sutures placed under the skin to lift, tighten, and stimulate collagen production. They provide immediate lifting with continued improvement over time.
2. How long do PDO thread results last?
Results typically last 12 to 18 months. While the threads dissolve within a few months, the collagen they stimulate helps maintain the lift longer.
3. Is PDO thread treatment painful or downtime heavy?
Discomfort is minimal and managed with local numbing. Most patients experience mild swelling or bruising and return to normal activities within a few days.
4. Is a thread lift the same as a facelift?
No. A thread lift is a minimally invasive treatment that gives a subtle lift with little downtime. It doesn’t remove skin, so it suits mild to moderate laxity best; a surgical facelift may suit more advanced sagging.
5. What are PDO threads made of?
PDO (polydioxanone) is an absorbable material that has been used in surgical sutures for many years. Your body breaks it down naturally over several months.
6. What should I avoid after treatment?
For the first one to two weeks, avoid wide mouth movements, facials, dental work and sleeping on your face, and keep pressure off the treated areas.
7. When will I see results?
You’ll notice a subtle lift right away. Over the next one to three months, new collagen improves firmness and texture further.
8. Can threads be combined with other treatments?
Yes. Threads are often paired with dermal fillers to restore volume or with Botox to soften expression lines. Your provider will plan the timing so each treatment can settle.
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