Lower Face Thread Lift

About Lower Face PDO Thread Lift Treatment

At Elucell, we provide doctor-led medical consultations for PDO (Polydioxanone) thread procedures focused on the lower face and jawline. This clinical intervention is designed to provide mechanical support to the soft tissues, aiming to address concerns related to tissue laxity and structural definition in the lower facial region.

This technique uses absorbable, medical-grade PDO threads to assist the skin’s natural structural integrity. By acting as an internal scaffold, the threads are intended to support the skin’s architecture through a process of tissue integration. While this non-surgical medical procedure does not involve the incisions associated with traditional surgery, it is a clinical intervention that requires a thorough medical assessment to determine if it is the appropriate pathway for your specific anatomy.

Clinical Benefits: Lower Face Structural Support

A PDO thread procedure for the lower face is a clinical intervention intended to provide mechanical support to the soft tissues. This treatment may be considered to:

Support the structural integrity of the lower face and jawline
Assist the skin’s architecture by supporting the natural presence of structural proteins like collagen and elastin
Address concerns related to skin texture and perceived firmness
Provide subtle refinement to the definition of the jawline

Every clinical plan at Elucell is customized to the individual’s unique anatomical requirements and medical history.

Understanding the Lower Face Architecture

The lower face—including the chin, jawline, and perioral region (marionette lines and nasolabial folds)—is a complex anatomical zone. Over time, the underlying structural network of collagen and elastin fibers, which provides a scaffold for facial muscles, fat pads, and ligaments, naturally undergoes changes in quality and density.

As this internal support decreases, the soft tissues may migrate, leading to a change in the definition of the jawline and the emergence of facial folds.

The Clinical Approach

A PDO thread procedure is a minimally invasive medical intervention designed to provide mechanical support and subtle repositioning of soft tissue in clinically suitable patients.

The procedure involves the precise placement of absorbable PDO sutures into the subcutaneous layer. These threads act as a temporary internal scaffold, providing a mechanical lifting effect as the tissue integrates with the material. This process uses the body’s natural healing response to support tissue firmness and structural definition.

Consultation and Clinical Safety

A comprehensive medical assessment is mandatory to determine if this clinical pathway is appropriate for you. During your consultation, Dr. Daiana Baragan will:

Evaluate your unique facial anatomy and skin quality
Discuss the clinical procedure and expected recovery timeframe
Outline the potential risks, such as temporary swelling, bruising, or tissue irregularities
Determine if a combination of modalities (such as regenerative therapies) is required to achieve your skin goals

Please note: PDO thread procedures are non-surgical clinical interventions. They provide subtle structural reinforcement and are not a substitute for surgical procedures. Individual results are influenced by biological factors and are not guaranteed.

Side Effects and Potential Risks

Every medical intervention carries potential risks. Following a PDO thread procedure, patients commonly experience clinical responses such as temporary swelling, bruising, and tenderness. Some may also notice a sensation of tightness or “pulling” in the treated area as the tissue integrates with the sutures. These effects are a natural part of the healing process and typically resolve over several days to weeks. Individual recovery rates vary based on biological factors and the specific area of treatment.

The Importance of Clinical Assessment

A comprehensive medical consultation is mandatory. This allows Dr. Daiana Baragan to assess your individual suitability, discuss specific risks in detail, and determine the most appropriate clinical pathway for your anatomy.

What you can expect

Treatment Summary

Procedure Duration
45 - 90 minutes
Clinical Recovery
As a medical procedure, recovery varies. Most patients can resume sedentary professional activities within 24–48 hours. Strenuous physical activity should be avoided for at least 7–14 days to ensure stable tissue integration. Your specific recovery timeline and activity restrictions will be provided during your consultation.
Comfort Management
At Elucell, we offer a range of clinical pain management modalities to support patient comfort during the procedure. The appropriate combination of modalities is determined by Dr. Baragan following your medical assessment, taking into account the procedure type and your individual clinical needs.
Pricing
Total clinical fees are determined by your customized treatment plan and the complexity of the requirements. We provide a detailed cost estimate following your face-to-face medical consultation.

PDO thread treatments for the lower face are minimally invasive procedures designed to support and reposition soft tissue in selected patients. Treatment plans are tailored following a clinical assessment to determine suitability.

During your consultation, a qualified practitioner will discuss your concerns, explain the procedure, outline potential risks and recovery considerations, and determine whether this treatment is appropriate for you.

If you are considering non-surgical aesthetic options, we invite you to book a consultation at Elucell in Melbourne to explore a personalised treatment plan.

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Lower Face Thread Lifts

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to prepare for a lower face thread procedure?

Preparation is an essential part of your clinical care. Following your initial medical consultation, our medical team will provide a personalized pre-treatment protocol. This may include instructions to avoid certain anti-inflammatory medications, alcohol, or supplements that can increase the risk of bruising. Ensuring your skin is in a healthy state and following the provided clinical advice supports the healing process and the overall procedural outcome.
Who is not suitable for this procedure?
A PDO thread procedure is not clinically appropriate for everyone. Contraindications include, but are not limited to:
- Active skin infections or inflammatory conditions in the treatment area
  Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Certain autoimmune conditions or coagulation disorders
- Unrealistic expectations regarding the limitations of non-surgical lifting
- Significant skin laxity where surgical intervention (such as a lower face lift) may be the only clinically effective option. Suitability is determined exclusively during a face-to-face medical assessment
How long do the results last?

PDO threads offer a temporary mechanical support for the soft tissues. While individual experiences vary, the clinical effect typically lasts between 12 and 18 months. The longevity of the result is influenced by several biological factors, including your individual tissue characteristics, metabolic rate, and lifestyle. As the sutures are naturally absorbed by the body, the structural support will gradually resolve, and maintenance options can be discussed as part of your long-term clinical plan.
How soon will I see results?

Initial structural support is typically visible shortly after the procedure is completed. However, the final clinical result continues to refine over 2 to 3 months as the tissue integrates with the sutures and the skin’s natural healing response progresses. Outcomes are not permanent, and individual results are not guaranteed.
Which PDO threads are the best for a nonsurgical facelift for the lower face?
There is no “standard” choice for a thread procedure. At Elucell, the type of PDO (Polydioxanone) threads selected is determined by our medical team following a comprehensive medical assessment of your facial anatomy and skin quality.

Our clinical objective is to provide a customized treatment plan that supports your specific structural needs:
- Monofilament (Mono) Threads: These fine, absorbable threads are used to support skin integrity. The clinical objective is to assist the skin’s natural architecture, aiming for improved firmness and a subtle change in tissue definition.
- Textured (Cog) Threads: These specialised sutures are designed for mechanical repositioning of the soft tissues. They act as a temporary internal scaffold to support the structure of the cheeks, jawline, and perioral region (nasolabial folds and marionette lines) while assisting the skin’s natural healing response.
- Volumising (Screw) Threads: These threads are configured to provide localized structural support. They may be considered for areas where a clinical objective is to address the appearance of volume loss or to support skin texture in specific anatomical zones.
Important Note on Outcomes: As a non-surgical medical intervention, these procedures provide subtle structural reinforcement and are not a substitute for surgical procedures. Individual tissue responses vary, and results are influenced by biological factors such as skin quality, age, and lifestyle

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Lower Face Thread Lift

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Clinical Benefits: Lower Face Structural Support