Trust is a big factor in why patients choose a cosmetic medicine practice. It can be challenging to build that trust today when so much information is available at the tip of our fingers, through computers and smartphones.
Yet, cosmetic medicine practices can actually use this to their advantage to gain trust and attract new customers. One of the most effective ways of doing so is through before-and-after photography.
These side-by-side images give people a clear look at not just the potential benefits of certain treatments, but the actual benefits that real customers have realized by visiting your practice.
It takes some practice and skill to get these photos right, of course. That’s why we are providing photography tips for PDO thread before-and-after images below.
Key Takeaways
- Consistency in photos builds trust by focusing on true results.
- Clean, distraction-free photography enhances professionalism.
- Photo series over time offer valuable insight into treatment progress.
- Well-organized images improve credibility and engagement on digital platforms.
- Using V Soft Lift PDO threads ensures high-quality, FDA-cleared results.
For instance, both the before-and-after photos should be taken with the patient facing in the exact same way and giving the same facial expression. It’s also important to take this approach with every one of your customers.
Medically reviewed by: Elizabeth Williams RN
Updated: 11/03/2025
Be Consistent
Consistency is a huge key when taking PDO thread before-and-after images. While the results may vary from one person to the next, you want to show them as consistently as possible.
When it comes to photography, this means using the same background, lighting, angle, positioning and even camera to take the photos.
For instance, both the before-and-after photos should be taken with the patient facing in the exact same way and giving the same facial expression. It’s also important to take this approach with every one of your customers.
When people see this consistency, they’ll be able to see the results clearly and won’t be thinking that you’re trying to hide anything by having a person turn a certain way, for example.
| Tip | Description | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Be Consistent | Use the same background, angle, lighting, and facial expression in both before-and-after photos. | Ensures authenticity and helps patients focus on the results rather than differences in image setup. |
| Keep the Photos Clean | Eliminate distractions like jewelry, hair, and cluttered backgrounds. | Highlights the treatment area more clearly and appears more professional. |
| Take Photo Series | Capture multiple after-treatment images over time (e.g., 1 week, 2 weeks, 1 month). | Shows progress and transparency, easing patient concerns about recovery and effectiveness. |
| Arrange the Images Pleasingly | Use photo layout apps to organize images for web and social sharing. | Ensures images look professional and are accessible on all devices. |
| Use Quality PDO Threads | Showcase results using trusted products like V Soft Lift’s FDA-cleared PDO threads. | Boosts credibility and showcases consistent, real-world outcomes. |
Keep the Photos Clean
When we say “clean” here, we mean that your photos should be free of any distractions.
Take the photos in a room with a simple background, rather than one that has intricate floral wallpaper and bright colors. Make sure that the patient isn’t distracted by other things in the room, too, so that they focus on the camera.
Before taking the photo, ensure that they don’t have any hair in their face, that they don’t have jewelry showing and that they don’t make pronounced facial expressions.
The more straightforward you can make the photos, the easier it will be for you to highlight the amazing benefits of PDO thread treatments at your practice.
Take Photo Series
Transparency is a key part of building trust. An effective way you can be transparent with your customers is to create a series of before-and-after photos of customers.
Instead of just taking one before photo and then the after photo three months later, consider taking a few different after photos at different intervals following the treatment.
What this will do is show prospective customers what they might expect in one, two, three, four and more weeks after the treatment. Transparency such as this is especially appreciated by people who have never gotten a PDO thread treatment before and/or those who question whether it might work for them.
When they see that the after-effects of a PDO thread treatment really are minimal, they will be able to feel more comfortable about getting the procedure for themselves.
Arrange the Images in a Pleasing Way
You may not be a photography or website professional, but you can still present your PDO thread before-and-after images in a pleasing way. There are many free tools today that you can use to arrange, organize and publish your photos in an instant.
The great thing about some of these tools is that they automatically optimize the photos and the presentation to the platform you’re publishing them on. This means you don’t have to re-size images for publishing them on your website and social media channels.
The presentation of your photos is almost as important as how you take them. With so many people using mobile devices to browse the web today — and doing it on so many different types of devices — it’s essential that your photos look good on any medium.
Some examples of photo apps you could use for this include Photo Mirror, Layout and PicCollage.
Offer PDO Thread Treatments with V Soft Lift Products
Following these tips will help you take amazing PDO thread before-and-after images that you can showcase to prospective customers. This will help you attract new customers to your practice, as the photos help to build trust through transparency.
Another great way to build that trust and reputation is to offer PDO thread treatments with V Soft Lift’s products.
Our PDO threads are the highest quality on the market and are fully FDA cleared for usage. We have a large line of products that allows you to choose the ones that are right for your patients’ skin type and treatment.
They were also designed with comfort in mind, for both the patient and the practitioner.
For more information, contact us today.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How important is photo consistency?
- Very. Consistency in background, lighting, and patient posture helps eliminate distractions and builds trust.
- What’s the best background to use?
- A solid, neutral-colored wall with soft, even lighting is ideal.
- How often should I take after photos?
- Consider weekly intervals post-treatment to show gradual improvement.
- Can I use my phone camera?
- Yes, modern smartphones work well, but use the same device and settings consistently.
- Which apps are best for arranging photos?
- Try Layout, PicCollage, or Photo Mirror for easy side-by-side comparisons.