The lips are one of the most prominent features on our face. It’s no wonder, then, that they get so much attention in the world of cosmetic medicine, where many minimally-invasive treatments have been created in recent years to address people’s concerns with them.
As people age, they may lose some of the definition and plumpness that they once had in their lips. They may also lose volume.
Other people may just not be happy with the shape or volume of their lips, even if it isn’t as a result of getting older.
While dermal fillers are often the first thing that people think about when they want to add volume to their lips, PDO threads are also an excellent option to improve the look of your lips.
In this article, we’ll discuss in more detail what PDO threads can and can’t do for lip volume.
- PDO threads improve lip definition and reduce fine lines but don’t create volume.
- Barbed threads help shape the lips by repositioning tissue.
- Smooth threads stimulate collagen for long-term skin improvements.
- PDO threads and dermal fillers can work together for natural-looking, comprehensive results.
- V Soft Lift PDO threads are FDA-cleared and trusted by professionals.
PDO Threads can be used to add shape and definition to the border of your lips using barbed PDO threads. The barbs on the ends of the threads will grab onto parts of your skin and underlying tissue and reposition it, adding definition that you may have lacked.
Medically reviewed by: Elizabeth Williams RN
Updated: 10/16/2025
How Can PDO Threads Improve Lip Appearance?
PDO threads provide a number of anti-aging and facial improvement benefits for people of all ages. They work in two primary ways — by providing a lifting effect and by stimulating the production of collagen in the treatment area.
PDO threads don’t involve injecting a material into the lips. Instead, they are thin threads made from a 100% biocompatible and biodegradable material that are inserted into your skin using a preloaded cannula — similar to how an IV line is inserted.
They can be used to add shape and definition to the border of your lips using barbed PDO threads. The barbs on the ends of the threads will grab onto parts of your skin and underlying tissue and reposition it, adding definition that you may have lacked.
They can also improve wrinkles and fine lines that can develop around your mouth and lips. This is often done with smooth threads that don’t have barbs.
Instead of actually lifting up parts of your skin, these smooth threads will rely on the extra collagen that’s being created to produce the desired results. This includes your skin becoming more elastic, plump and smooth over time.
Even barbed PDO threads will produce extra collagen in the treatment area, though, so you get this added benefit no matter what type of treatment you’re getting.
What PDO Threads Can’t Do for Lip Volume
While PDO threads can significantly improve the overall look of your lips and mouth area, one thing they can’t do is add a substantial amount of volume directly to your lips. This is something that dermal fillers are typically used for, since they will inject hyaluronic acid directly into the lips themselves.
If you’re looking for an instant boost to the “plumpness” of the lips themselves, then you probably want to focus on dermal fillers to achieve that. However, that doesn’t mean that you should rely on just dermal fillers alone.
An important thing to keep in mind is that dermal fillers will only address the volume of your lips temporarily. If you also lack definition and smoothness around your lips, or if you have fine lines and wrinkles that have developed, dermal fillers won’t help.
This is why many people opt for a combination of dermal fillers and PDO threads to get holistic, all-encompassing results. The dermal fillers will provide instant volume that they lack, while the PDO threads will work in tandem to smooth out fine lines and wrinkles, and add definition.
Together, these two cosmetic treatments will produce the most natural-looking results possible, helping you to address whatever concerns you may have about your lips.
Use PDO Threads from V Soft Lift
PDO threads can provide amazing benefits to people who are unhappy about their lips. While they can’t increase the volume of your lips substantially, they produce much more natural-looking results for lip definition than dermal fillers, while also addressing fine lines and wrinkles that often develop as you get older.
It’s always best to consult with a practitioner who is experienced and trustworthy to get a recommendation on exactly what cosmetic treatments are right to address your concerns. You should also choose a practitioner who uses only high-quality PDO threads, such as those produced by V Soft Lift.
All of the PDO threads in our long line of products are FDA cleared for usage in the United States. Practitioners can choose the PDO threads that are best for your treatment and skin type, ensuring you get the best results possible.
For more information, contact us today.