Gravity, sun exposure, and natural aging can leave your skin looking looser than you’d like, even before you’re ready for a surgical facelift. PDO threads offer a minimally invasive way to lift sagging tissue and stimulate your body’s own collagen production, giving you a firmer, more contoured appearance without an incision.
At ReWind Medical Solutions, every PDO thread treatment is tailored to your specific areas of concern, whether that’s the jawline, cheeks, brow, or neck, so your results look like a natural, refreshed version of yourself rather than an obviously “done” look.
PDO threads are dissolvable sutures made of polydioxanone, a material long used safely in surgical procedures. When inserted beneath the skin, these threads mechanically lift sagging tissue while simultaneously triggering your body’s natural healing response, stimulating fresh collagen production in the treated area.
Over time, the threads dissolve completely, but the collagen they’ve stimulated continues to support improved skin firmness and texture well after the threads are gone.
During treatment, your provider inserts fine threads beneath the skin using a thin needle or cannula, strategically placed to lift and support sagging tissue in your target area. The threads’ barbed or smooth design allows them to grip surrounding tissue, creating an immediate lifting effect.
As the threads gradually dissolve over several months, they leave behind a framework of new collagen that continues to firm and support the skin, extending your results well beyond the life of the threads themselves.
At ReWind Medical Solutions, PDO threads can be strategically placed across a wide range of facial and body areas to address sagging and loss of definition.
Provides a subtle, non-surgical lift to a drooping brow
Improves overall firmness and smoothness
Lifts and adds subtle definition to sagging mid-face tissue
Restores contour and support across the central face
Softens the deep lines running from nose to mouth
Smooths the lines running from mouth to chin
Restores a more defined, contoured jawline
Reduces the appearance of jowls along the lower face
Improves the appearance of loose or crepey neck skin
Firms and smooths skin across the chest area
Tightens loose skin on the upper arms
Improves firmness and contour in the midsection
Addresses crepey or sagging skin above the knee
Tightens loose skin for a smoother contour
PDO threads are designed to address a wide range of concerns related to skin laxity, volume loss, and early signs of aging.
You may be a good candidate for PDO threads if you’re noticing mild to moderate sagging in the face, neck, or select body areas and want a lifted appearance without the downtime of surgery. This treatment works especially well for patients whose skin still has enough elasticity to respond to the collagen-stimulating effect of the threads.
During your consultation at ReWind Medical Solutions, your provider will evaluate your skin laxity and goals to confirm whether PDO threads are the right fit, or whether a different treatment might serve you better. Patients with more advanced skin laxity may be better suited to a surgical option or a combination approach.
Your appointment begins with a consultation to map out the ideal thread placement for your goals. A topical or local anesthetic is applied to keep you comfortable, and your provider then inserts the threads through small entry points using a fine needle or cannula.
Most treatments take 30 to 60 minutes depending on the number of areas addressed. You’ll see an immediate lifting effect, though some swelling or mild bruising is normal in the days following treatment.
A little preparation helps your PDO thread treatment in Franklin, TN go smoothly and supports the best possible results.
Aftercare following your PDO thread treatment in Franklin, TN is straightforward, but a few precautions help protect your results.
Most patients see results last 12 to 18 months, with the initial lifting effect visible immediately and continued improvement in skin quality developing over the following 2 to 3 months as new collagen forms. Longevity varies based on the treatment area, thread type used, and your individual skin quality.
Many patients choose to repeat treatment once results begin to fade to maintain their lifted appearance long-term. You can see real results from patients in our gallery.
PDO threads work well as part of a broader facial rejuvenation plan, especially when paired with treatments that address volume and skin quality alongside lift.
Treatment | Primary Focus | Downtime | Results Timeline | Best For |
PDO Threads | Mechanical lift plus collagen stimulation | Minimal | Immediate lift, full effect in 2-3 months | Mild to moderate sagging, jawline/cheek/brow lift |
Botox | Muscle relaxation for dynamic wrinkles | None | 3-7 days | Expression lines, not skin laxity |
Sculptra/Biostimulator | Gradual collagen-driven volume restoration | Minimal | Weeks to months | Volume loss without a lifting need |
Dermal Fillers | Immediate volume restoration | Minimal | Immediate, refines over days | Isolated volume loss |
Surgical Facelift | Surgical tissue repositioning and removal | Significant | Weeks to months | Advanced skin laxity |
A treatment built around mechanically lifting tissue only works as well as the person placing the threads, so precision and experience matter more here than with many other treatments. That precision is exactly what you get at ReWind Medical Solutions with every PDO thread treatment.
ReWind Medical Solutions proudly serves patients throughout Franklin and the surrounding communities for PDO thread treatments. Whether you’re located right in Franklin or commuting in from a nearby neighborhood, our team makes it easy to fit treatment into your schedule, including patients from:
Cost depends on the number of threads used and the areas being treated. ReWind Medical Solutions offers Cherry and CareCredit financing to help make treatment more accessible, with exact pricing reviewed during your consultation.
A topical or local anesthetic is typically used to keep you comfortable during placement, and most patients tolerate the procedure well without needing general anesthesia.
PDO threads are made from a material with a long history of safe use in surgical medicine, and the treatment is considered safe when performed by a properly trained provider. Your health history will be reviewed during your consultation to confirm candidacy.
Immediately after treatment, you’ll notice a visible lifting effect from the threads themselves. Long-term, continued collagen production over the following months further improves skin firmness and texture, extending results well beyond the life of the threads.
Mild swelling, bruising, or tenderness at the treatment site is common and typically resolves within one to two weeks.
The number of threads depends on the area being treated and the degree of correction needed, ranging from a few threads for a subtle brow lift to more for a fuller jawline or neck treatment. Your provider will determine the right number for your goals during your consultation.
Yes, many patients combine PDO threads with fillers or Botox during the same appointment for a more complete rejuvenation. Your provider can help you decide whether combining treatments makes sense for your goals and timeline.
Sagging skin along the jawline, cheeks, or neck doesn’t have to wait for a surgical solution, and PDO threads offer a proven, minimally invasive path to a firmer look. Our team at ReWind Medical Solutions will build a treatment plan around your specific areas of concern.
Call us at (615) 721-5121 or visit us at 1025 Westhaven Blvd #150, Franklin, TN 37064 to schedule your consultation today. You can also learn more about our team or contact us online whenever it’s convenient for you.
