Plastic Surgery V COG Thread Lift Meso Facial Thread Lift Remove Wrinkle

Plastic Surgery V Lift Meso Facial Thread Lift Pdo Cog Barb Thread

A successful outcome of a thread lift procedure depends both on excellent technique and the type of suture used. MINT (Minimal Invasive Nonsurgical Thread) PDO threads, with their stronger lifting power compared to other PDO threads, is the material of choice. PDO threads were designed to most effectively perform a nonsurgical facelift by lifting up sagging skin to restore a more youthful V-shape.

There are two main categories of PDO threads: non-barbed and barbed

Non-Barbed PDO Threads – Collagen Stimulation (Smooth or Braided)
 

These “non-barbed” threads come in two main forms: smooth (mono-filament) and braided (twist, screw).

The smooth threads are usually single, very thin threads (i.e. the diameter of your hair). The braided threads come in one or more threads that are intertwined in a helical fashion around the inserting needle. These threads are typically very short.

These threads are mainly used for collagen production and are inserted into fine lines and wrinkles. Some immediate effect can be seen after the insertion of these threads. However, since it takes time to build collagen, more noticeable results will be seen a few weeks later, with continued improvements over the next 3-6 months. For even better results, more of these non-barbed threads can be inserted a few months later to continue to stimulate collagen production.

These threads are to help soften forehead and necklines, lift up sagging eyebrows and upper eyelids, tighten loose skin under the eyes, lighten dark circles, soften vertical cheek and smile lines and soften upper lip and necklines. Some techniques utilize numerous threads inserted right underneath the skin to give a “lifting” effect. However, the lift that is achieved with this technique is minimal and doesn’t last as long as the lifting that’s achieved with thicker barbed threads.

Usually, around 10 – 20 smooth threads are inserted right underneath the skin in a “mesh” (criss-cross) pattern to help with fine lines and to firm up the skin through collagen production. The braided threads can give a little bit more volume than the smooth threads. Hence, they can be used for deeper wrinkles and lines and are also good for defining lip borders.

Mono	Needle Size (G)	Needle Length(mm)	Mono Screw	Needle Size (G)	Needle Length (mm)
	29	25		29	25
	29	38		29	38
	29	50		29	50
Tornado Screw	Needle Size (G)	Needle Length (mm)	Eye Thread	Needle Size (G)	Needle Length (mm)
	26	30		29	25
	26	60		30	25
	26	90		30	38
COG 3D L Needle	Needle Size (G)	Needle Length (mm)	COG 3D Blunt cannula	Needle Size (G)	Needle Length (mm)
	19	38		18	100
	19	60		18	120
	21	38		18	150
	21	60		19	100
Multi Thread L Needle	Needle Size (G)	Needle Length (mm)	Nose Thread L Needle	Needle Size (G)	Needle Length (mm)
	21	60		19	38
	23	38		19	60
	23	50		21	60
Molding Thread-A Blunt cannula	Needle Size (G)	Needle Length (mm)	Molding Thread-B Blunt cannula	Needle Size (G)	Needle Length (mm)
	18	100		18	100
	19	100
COG 4D/6D	Needle Size (G)	Needle Length (mm)	Mesh Thread L Needle	Needle Size (G)	Needle Length (mm)
Sharp needle	23	60,80,90,100		19	38
L needle	21	100		19	50
Blunt cannula	18	100,120		19	60
	19	70,100,120		/	/
	21	100		/	/

Barbed (Cog) PDO Threads – Lifting

Barbed (or cog) threads are thicker mono threads with barbs on the threads. These barbs hook and hold the tissue underneath the skin. When these barbed threads are inserted, the barbs open up like an umbrella to form a support structure that lifts and repositions the sagging tissue.

Depending on how they are inserted, these threads can give different results. A more effective way to insert these barbed threads is by using the “anchoring” technique. This provides more significant lifting and also sustains the lift for a longer period of time. This advanced “anchoring” procedure is highly technical and must be performed well to achieve excellent results and minimize potential side effects.

WHY COG PDO
 

COG PDO threads have several distinct advantages over other threads. COG PDO is a heavy gauge barbed thread. The heavier gauge and patented barbs allow the threads to give more lifting and lasting hold than weaker threads. Like all PDO threads, it also promotes collagen in the treated areas and dissolves 6-9 month after insertion, with lifting effects lasting for at least one year or more.

Molded Barbs
The barbs on the MINT PDO threads are machine molded through a patented process, rather than cut into the threads, which weakens them. Hence, these barbs achieve a stronger hold on the tissues to give better results.

Unique 360˚ design
COG PDO threads have molded barbs around the threads in a unique 360-degree pattern. This design enables the molded barbs to hold the tissues from all directions. This further contributes to their strength and long-lasting lifting power.

Bi-directional Helically Positioned Barbs
The barbs on the COG PDO threads are also bi-directional and helically positioned to further contribute to the strong anchor on the soft tissue to sustain the lift.

Anchoring Strength and Tensile Property
COG PDO threads are superior to other PDO threads, as the molded barbs will retain their anchoring strength on the tissue, providing a longer-lasting result.

Is The MINT PDO Thread Lift Procedure Painful?

Right after the threads are placed, you will feel some tightness in the treatment areas. You may have some soreness for several days to couple weeks, depending on the number and location of threads. Oral analgesic can be prescribed as needed for post-op comfort.

What Will I Look Like Right After The PDO Thread Lift Procedure?

You will see the immediate lifting of the loose skin right after the procedure. Most of the swelling should resolve in a few days. There may be some mild bruising that lasts a few days to a week. Patients are able to resume their normal daily routine right after the procedure.

Since the threads are absorbable, no sutures need to be removed after the thread lifting procedure.