In the world of cosmetic medicine, technology continues to rapidly change everything. From the products and services offered, to the way the services are delivered, treatments are increasing in number and becoming more safe and effective.
PDO threads are already a minimally-invasive treatment that can address many of the common signs of aging. With the popularity of the treatment increasing significantly in recent years, there’s been a huge need for more technicians to be trained on how to perform the treatments safely and properly.
Thanks to augmented reality, technicians can be trained on the intricacies of PDO thread treatments without needing an actual human patient to do so.
In this article, we’ll discuss augmented reality for thread lift training, and how it’s benefitting patients and cosmetic medicine clinics alike.
Key Takeaways
- Augmented Reality enables hands-on PDO thread lift training without human patients.
- Technicians can visualize, practice, and refine their skills from anywhere in the world.
- AR training reduces risk and improves confidence before live procedures.
- Repeatable, immersive sessions lead to stronger technique mastery.
- V Soft Lift offers FDA-cleared threads and comprehensive training support.
Another great aspect of augmented reality is that technicians can train in a hands-on way. The technology allows companies to create virtual reality models that can mimic the look and feeling of a real human.
Medically reviewed by: Elizabeth Williams RN
Updated: 11/20/2025
How Does Augmented Reality Work?
Augmented reality is a technology that you’ve likely come across in your life, as more businesses have integrated it into different aspects of their operations. If you’ve ever shopped for furniture online, for instance, you can use your phone to see how a new couch might look in your actual living room.
This same technology is used to train cosmetic medicine technicians to learn how to do PDO thread lifts.
Wearing a virtual reality headset, trainees can get an extremely immersive experience. They can watch as another technician performs a treatment, and see if from all different angles — without having to be in the room with them.
This technology enables many different technicians to train at the same time, from wherever they might be in the world.
Following along and watching another trained technician perform a treatment is a great way to learn. It allows people to take what they’ve learned in coursework and in classes and apply to real-world scenarios as they see them unfold before their eyes.
| Training Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. Immersive Observation | Trainees use VR headsets to observe expert-led PDO thread lift procedures from multiple angles in a virtual environment. |
| 2. Visual Understanding | Learners analyze facial aging signs like sagging skin and wrinkles in detailed 3D models to develop diagnostic skills. |
| 3. Hands-On Simulation | Using AR, technicians practice inserting and manipulating virtual PDO threads in simulated skin to mirror real procedures. |
| 4. Technique Refinement | Repeatable training sessions allow precise positioning of threads, ensuring symmetry and proper technique without real patients. |
| 5. Performance Review | Technicians receive real-time feedback and adjust their skills before transitioning to live procedures. |
Is Augmented Reality a Hands-on Training?
Another great aspect of augmented reality is that technicians can train in a hands-on way. The technology allows companies to create virtual reality models that can mimic the look and feeling of a real human.
Trainees can then observe with their own eyes what some of the common signs of aging might look like up close on someone else — everything from sagging or drooping skin to fine lines, wrinkles and lack of definition.
Then, they can use their hands to practice how they would address these concerns with PDO threads on the actual model. As they inject the virtual threads into the virtual model, they can manipulate them in the model’s face and see how they react.
Then, they can practice some of the other steps of a PDO thread lift treatment, including positioning the barbed threads in the right position, ensuring there’s symmetry, and then snipping off the excess and removing the needle.
What Are the Benefits of Augmented Reality for Thread Lift Training?
As you can see, there are immense benefits of using augmented reality for thread lift training.
First and foremost, it allows technicians to get real-world experience without having to travel to a clinic to do so. There’s no concern about a treatment room getting overcrowded with 20 trainees trying to observe, for example.
This fact allows for more technicians than ever to be trained on PDO thread lifts, which will help to serve the increased demand for the treatments.
Perhaps most importantly, though, technicians can become experts at PDO thread lift treatments way before they actually ever perform a treatment on a person. This allows them to experiment with what the threads feel like and how a person’s body reacts when they’re inserted and moved around.
Augmented reality provides a safe environment for technicians to practice their training without having to worry that they might make a mistake. It also allows them to repeat the training as often as they’d like, which simply can’t be done in a real-world setting.
Use V Soft Lift PDO Threads for Optimal Results
Cosmetic medicine clinics looking to train new technicians to perform PDO thread lifts need to consider implementing augmented reality into their training regimen. It gives trainees a great opportunity to experience what it’s like to perform the treatment without needing a human patient to do so.
Clinics looking to provide the best PDO thread lifts for their patients should offer PDO threads from V Soft Lift. All of our threads are FDA cleared for usage, and are of the highest quality on the market.
We also provide in-depth training and education on our PDO threads and how to use them in real-world settings.
For more information, contact us today.
FAQs
Yes. AR training is beginner-friendly, offering step-by-step guidance and hands-on simulations to build confidence.
Absolutely. One of the main advantages is that simulations can be repeated as many times as needed to master techniques.
While it doesn’t replace live practice entirely, AR provides a safe and effective foundation before working on real patients.
Typically, a VR/AR headset and access to training software are required. Many clinics provide this as part of their education programs.
V Soft Lift offers high-quality, FDA-cleared PDO threads and training resources for clinics and professionals.