Can PDO Threads Cause Nerve Damage?

Are you unhappy with that the effects of aging have had on your skin? If so, you’re certainly not alone.

Unfortunately, there is nothing that can be done to stop the effects of aging. However, there is something that you can do about it.

Today, there are many options for face rejuvenation, and you don’t even have to undergo invasive surgery, thanks to advances in aesthetic medicine.

One of the leading alternatives to a traditional surgical facelift is PDO threads. This minimally-invasive procedure uses synthetic polymers that are 100% biodegradable and biocompatible.

Because the body uses natural processes to break down the threads after they’re inserted into your skin, it results in few, if any, complications and side effects.

At the same time, if you’ve never had a PDO threads procedure, you could be wondering what the possible side effects are, and whether PDO threads can cause nerve damage.

We’ll dive deeper into these topics below.

It’s very rare that PDO threads would cause nerve damage. The main reason for this is that the threads are inserted into the subcutaneous skin layer. It is remotely possible though, if the threads are inserted into the skin too deep or if they’re used in what would be called a “high risk” area of the body that has a lot of nerves.

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Medically reviewed by: Elizabeth Williams RN
Updated: 10/15/2024

How Does a PDO Threads Procedure Work?

PDO threads procedures are relatively quick and are for the most part painless. Practitioners will insert the PDO threads, which come in pre-loaded cannulas, into your skin.

Before they do so, they will use local numbing agents to ensure that you are comfortable for the procedure. While the PDO threads are being inserted, you might feel pressure, tugging and/or pulling, but you shouldn’t feel significant pain.

It typically takes less than one hour to finish the procedure, which is why it’s often referred to as the lunchtime facial. What’s more, you’ll be able to resume most of your day-to-day activities as soon as you leave the office.

What Do PDO Threads Do?

Depending on the type of procedure you are getting done, and what part of your body you are treating, PDO threads can work in different ways.

Barbed threads are used for any lifting-like procedure. They will grab onto your skin once inserted, lifting it up and re-positioning it where the practitioner wants. In this way, it will mimic how a traditional facelift works.

These barbed PDO threads can be used to lift sagging skin on your face, give definition around your lips and eyelids, and even treat wrinkles lines that have formed on your neck.

In addition, all types of PDO threads will also signal to your body to produce more collagen. This happens as part of the natural process that your body uses to break down the PDO threads, which are essentially dissolvable sutures and have been used for decades in surgical procedures.

In doing so, the collagen will help to ensure that the results of your procedure last longer while also making your skin look more youthful, with more “plumpness” and elasticity.

How Long is the PDO Threads Recovery Period?

As we touched on earlier, patients will be able to resume most of their daily activities immediately after a PDO threads procedure. Practitioners will likely advise patients to avoid strenuous activities, deep facial cleansing and facial massages for a couple weeks.

You may experience some minor bruising and/or swelling near the treated area, but that usually resolves itself in a week or so. You can use ice and some over-the-counter medications to help resolve it.

Aside from that, there are certain medications such as NSAIDs and aspirin that you shouldn’t take for a few weeks and some products that you shouldn’t use on your face in that time as well.

Your practitioner will provide you with full instructions for post-procedure care.

Can PDO Threads Cause Nerve Damage?

One concern that people have is whether PDO threads can cause nerve damage. After all, PDO threads will be inserted into the skin, so can they in any way come in contact with nerves?

It’s very rare that PDO threads would cause nerve damage. The main reason for this is that the threads are inserted into the subcutaneous skin layer.

Because of this, it’s rare that a PDO thread would cause nerve damage. This could happen, though, if the threads are inserted into the skin too deep or if they’re used in what would be called a “high risk” area of the body that has a lot of nerves.

If this were to happen, you might experience muscle weakness or numbness. Again, though, it’s very rare that PDO threads would cause nerve damage.

Use PDO Threads from V Soft Lift

Nerve damage is very rare from PDO threads procedures, but it can happen if your practitioner doesn’t know what they are doing. That’s why it’s so important to visit a provider who is licensed, reputable and has years of experience with PDO threads.

In addition, make sure that your provider uses PDO threads from V Soft Lift.

Our long line of PDO threads can be catered to your specific procedure and skin type, ensuring the best results possible.

For more information, contact us today.