What Are Collagen PDO Thread?

Collagen PDO (Polydioxanone) threads are absorbable medical sutures that may be used to support your body's natural collagen production and improve the appearance of mild skin laxity, fine lines, and skin texture in appropriate candidates. Unlike lifting PDO threads, collagen (smooth or mono) PDO threads are designed to support gradual improvements in skin quality rather than reposition or lift significant sagging tissue.

At Blanqa Medspa, we offer personalized collagen PDO thread treatments for patients seeking minimally invasive, non-surgical options to support skin quality and collagen stimulation.

Treatment recommendations are individualized based on your anatomy, skin quality, treatment goals, medical history, and individual preferences.

Common Treatment Areas

Collagen PDO threads may be appropriate for improving the appearance of:

  • Face

  • Cheeks

  • Jawline

  • Neck

  • Under the chin

  • Around the mouth

  • Forehead

  • Under-eye area (selected candidates)

  • Décolletage

  • Abdomen

  • Upper arms

  • Inner thighs

  • Above the knees

  • Buttocks

  • Hands

Treatment recommendations are individualized based on each patient's anatomy, skin quality, and aesthetic goals.

FAQs

What to Expect During Your Appointment

Personalized Consultation

Every appointment begins with a comprehensive medical and aesthetic consultation. Your provider will evaluate:

Facial or body anatomy

Skin quality

Skin laxity

Medical history

Current medications

Previous aesthetic treatments

Treatment goals

Potential contraindications

After discussing the expected benefits, potential risks, alternatives, and anticipated outcomes, a personalized treatment plan will be developed based on your individual needs.

Treatment

Most collagen PDO thread appointments take approximately 30–60 minutes.

Treatment typically includes:

Skin assessment and treatment planning

Cleansing and skin preparation

Topical and/or local anesthetic when appropriate

Precise placement of absorbable PDO threads

Minimal interruption to your daily routine

Results Timeline

Some patients notice subtle changes within several weeks following treatment.

Collagen production occurs gradually, and many patients appreciate continued improvement over approximately 2–4 months as the body's natural healing response progresses.

Individual response varies.

Recovery & Aftercare

Most patients experience minimal downtime following treatment.

Temporary side effects may include:

Mild swelling

Bruising

Tenderness

Temporary tightness

Mild soreness

Small needle entry marks

These effects typically improve over several days.

Most patients return to their normal daily activities within 24–48 hours while following the personalized post-treatment instructions provided by their healthcare provider.

The PDO threads are gradually absorbed over approximately 4–6 months. Collagen remodeling may continue after the threads have dissolved, although individual response and treatment duration vary.

Maintenance treatments may be recommended to help support your aesthetic outcomes.

Important Safety Information

Collagen PDO thread treatments are medical procedures and should only be performed following an appropriate medical evaluation by a qualified healthcare provider.

As with any minimally invasive procedure, collagen PDO threads carry potential risks, side effects, complications, contraindications, and alternatives, which will be discussed during your consultation.

Potential risks include bruising, swelling, tenderness, infection, asymmetry, thread visibility or palpability, dimpling, thread migration, extrusion, scarring, and, in rare cases, the need for additional treatment.

Results vary by individual and cannot be guaranteed.

Not all patients are candidates for collagen PDO thread treatment. Certain medical conditions, medications, pregnancy, breastfeeding, active skin infections at the treatment site, or other factors may affect eligibility. Your provider will determine whether treatment is appropriate based on your individual medical history and clinical evaluation.

Blanqa Medspa maintains appropriate emergency protocols and clinical policies to support the prompt recognition and management of potential treatment-related complications.

During your consultation, Bianca Camille Fong, APRN, FNP-BC, will evaluate your anatomy, skin quality, medical history, and aesthetic goals to determine whether collagen PDO thread treatment may be the most appropriate option for your individual needs. Our goal is to provide personalized care that supports natural-looking aesthetic outcomes while respecting your unique facial and body features.

Schedule Your Consultation

Whether you are considering collagen PDO threads for the first time or exploring treatment options for mild skin laxity and skin quality concerns, Blanqa Medspa is committed to providing safe, personalized aesthetic care tailored to your individual goals.

Schedule your consultation today to learn whether collagen PDO thread treatment may be appropriate for you.

Blanqa Medspa proudly provides personalized collagen PDO thread treatments for patients throughout:

  • Henderson

  • Lake Las Vegas

  • Las Vegas

  • Summerlin

  • Green Valley

  • Anthem

  • Enterprise

  • Paradise

  • Spring Valley

  • Boulder City

  • Silverado Ranch

  • Inspirada

  • Whitney Ranch

  • Southern Highlands

  • Surrounding Southern Nevada communities