Who Invented PDO Threads?
In the 1980s, PDO threads were first introduced into surgical procedures. The threads, made from a biodegradable polymer known as polydioxanone, began to be one of the most commonly-used surgical sutures. At the turn of the century, South Korean doctors started to use PDO threads in non-surgical facelift treatments. What they did was insert the PDO threads in the skin, which helps to tighten and lift sagging skin.
Who Can Perform PDO Threads?
There are a variety of medical practitioners who can perform these procedures, and they don’t need to receive board certification from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. That being said, they may be required to meet certain regulations in the state in which they practice. You should check these requirements for your state to ensure that you are visiting a practitioner that meets all the necessary standards and laws in regard to PDO threads procedures.