PDO = Polydioxanone
PDO (Polydioxanone) threads are absorbable surgical sutures made from a material so safe that they were developed and approved for heart surgery procedures. They have been useful across different specialties in medicine. For aesthetic purposes, they can temporarily reposition, provide skin support, and stimulate collagen production. When used skillfully in the right candidate, PDO threads can lift, reshape or contour the face, particularly in the jawline, jowls, and cheek areas. Dr. Michael Lum at Lumier Medical in Torrance, California has been training physicians and other health care providers about PDO threads since 2013. If you would like to see if you are a good candidate for this procedure, call to schedule an appointment and learn more.