Today, there are many facial rejuvenation products on the market. While each is unique in how it approaches facial rejuvenation and what it is best for, all are designed to combat the common signs of aging.
Two of the more popular anti-aging cosmetic treatments are PDO threads and stem cell treatments. Both treatments have proven to be very successful at helping people achieve facial rejuvenation, albeit in much different ways.
One question that you may have is whether you can combine PDO threads with stem cell treatments to approach facial rejuvenation from a more well-rounded, overarching way. The quick answer to that question is: Yes.
Below, we’ll discuss what each of these treatments are, as well as the benefits of combining PDO threads with stem cell treatments.
🔑 Key Takeaways
- PDO threads provide immediate lifting results and stimulate long-term collagen production.
- Stem cell treatments rejuvenate skin by using your body’s own regenerative cells.
- Both treatments are minimally invasive with little downtime.
- Combining both enhances collagen, elastin, and structural support in the treated areas.
- Results from the combined treatment improve over 3–6 months and can last a year or more.
PDO threads and stem cell treatments are actually very complementary to each other, which is why they’re a popular combination.
Medically reviewed by: Elizabeth Williams RN
Updated: 12/11/2025
What PDO Threads Are Good For
PDO threads are mainly prized for their ability to mimic the traditional facelift in a minimally-invasive way. There is no surgery at all with this treatment, which can be completed in a clinic rather than a surgical environment.
A practitioner will only need to use local numbing agents to make you comfortable, and then they will insert the thin PDO threads into your skin using a preloaded cannula — very similar to how an IV line is inserted.
Barbs that are on the end of the threads will grab onto parts of your skin and underlying tissue, allowing your practitioner to reposition your skin higher. Once the threads are in the right position, the practitioner will snip off the excess, ensure symmetry and finish the treatment.
Barbed threads can be used in combination with smooth threads, too, to address everything from sagging and dropping skin, to lack of definition, fine lines and wrinkles.
Once the treatment is done — which usually takes less than an hour — your body will get to work on breaking down the PDO threads and absorbing them. It does this by producing extra collagen in the area.
Collagen is a naturally-occurring material in your body, but its production slows considerably once you reach your 30s. This is a major reason why skin sags, and fine lines and wrinkles develop in the first place.
With the scaffolding that barbed threads provide and the extra collagen that both types of thread stimulate, you’re left with skin that looks lifted, elastic, plump and more youthful.
| Feature | PDO Threads | Stem Cell Treatments |
|---|---|---|
| Type of Treatment | Minimally invasive lift with threads | Regenerative injection using body’s own cells |
| Key Benefit | Immediate lift with collagen stimulation | Skin rejuvenation with long-term regeneration |
| Recovery Time | 1–3 days | 1–2 days |
| Duration of Results | 12–18 months | Up to 1 year or more |
| Ideal For | Sagging skin, lack of definition | Wrinkles, age spots, dullness |
| Invasiveness | Low | Low |
| Combined Use | Provides scaffolding for stem cell regeneration | Boosts regeneration in areas supported by threads |
What Stem Cell Treatments Are Good For
Stem cell treatments also help to rejuvenate skin, addressing things such as fine lines and wrinkles, age spots, skin tone, plumpness and elasticity. However, this treatment is much different than PDO threads.
Practitioners use small needles to inject regenerative cells from your own body into your face. These cells are often taken from bone marrow or fat, and are injected in certain places on your face where your problem areas are.
The way it works is that the cells are first collected from your bone marrow or fat. They’re then processed in a lab so that they are activated, with the technician often using Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) to help the process.
Once it’s prepared, your practitioner injections these back into specific areas of your face to achieve the desired anti-aging results. Since the materials being injected into your face are from your own body, the complications and risks are rather low, just like PDO threads.
The Benefits of Combining PDO Threads with Stem Cell Treatments
PDO threads and stem cell treatments are actually very complementary to each other, which is why they’re a popular combination.
Barbed PDO threads will provide a lifting and scaffolding effect to your skin and tissues. The stem cells that are inserted will then communicate with the other cells in your body, notifying them that they must repair.
This process, as well as that from the PDO thread treatment, will result in your body creating more elastin and collagen in the exact area where the PDO threads are providing the scaffolding. This results in top-notch skin texture and firmness.
When the treatments are over, you’ll be able to see immediate effects from the PDO thread lift, followed by gradual improvements in your appearance over the next three to six months while the collagen rebuilds.
V Soft Lift’s PDO Threads Are High Quality
Combining PDO threads with stem cell treatments is a great way to achieve all-around facial rejuvenation. The two treatments work very well together to produce complementary results that many people are thrilled with.
If you’re ready for this type of treatment, find a practitioner you can trust and who is experienced doing both treatments. They will advise you as to the best course of action to get the results you desire.
Also make sure that they use PDO threads from V Soft Lift.
We have created a long list of products that are all fully FDA cleared for usage. Practitioners can choose the type of thread that’s best for your treatment and skin type, which helps to ensure you get the optimal results you’re looking for.
For more information, contact us today.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I combine PDO threads with stem cell therapy?
Yes! The combination provides both lifting and regenerative effects. - Is the treatment safe?
Yes. Both treatments use biocompatible materials, with low risk and minimal recovery time. - How soon will I see results?
PDO threads provide instant lift; stem cell results develop gradually over 3–6 months. - How long do the results last?
Results can last from 12 to 18 months depending on age, lifestyle, and skin type. - Why choose V Soft Lift threads?
They’re FDA-cleared, high-quality, and trusted by experienced practitioners.