PDO THREADS OR HYALURONIC ACID - WHICH IS BETTER?

Are you planning a skin rejuvenation procedure, but don't know which method will work best for you? In the world of cosmetology and aesthetic medicine today, the list of treatments you can perform to get rid of unwanted wrinkles and improve the appearance of your complexion is very long. In this article we will compare two of the most popular methods of rejuvenating the skin of the face and its surroundings, answering the question of which is better - PDO threads or hyaluronic acid.

PDO threads or hyaluronic acid? Advantages and disadvantages of both solutions

PDO threads - characteristics of the procedure

PDO threads are a slightly less common procedure than, for example, mesotherapy with hyaluronic acid, but this does not mean that it is not a properly researched and safe technique.

Tip: Remember that there is more than one type of lifting threads used in aesthetic medicine. PDO threads, which we are writing about here, are polydioxane threads. The other popular type is PLA-polylactate threads.

PDO threads offer biostimulation and skin lifting.

Their advantages include a low level of invasiveness - it is not a painful method, and the only visible effect of their presence in the skin is a bruise at the insertion site, which persists a few days after the procedure, and a slight swelling.

Another issue - a quick, visible effect. Since PDO threads work de facto mechanically, the stretching and visible lifting change the appearance of the face overnight. That's why PDO threads work well, for example, among people who want a quick effect due to lack of time.

So what are the disadvantages of PDO threads? Polydioxanone lifting threads work on the external problem, not removing the cause at the source, which means that skin elasticity improved from the outside does not translate into better skin. Other disadvantages associated with PDO threads include, for example, the risk of the threads moving in the first few weeks after the procedure and, if overstretched during the procedure, a not very natural effect.

Hyaluronic acid - what do you need to know about it?

One of the biggest advantages of hyaluronic acid is its comprehensive moisturizing and nourishing properties - not only is it a great filler, but it also forms a protective coating on the skin to prevent moisture loss. Working from the inside out, it removes the causes of aging problems and adds natural firmness and softness to the skin.

Hyaluronic acid treatment is not very invasive - the most common side effects disappearing within a week after injection include swelling, redness and itching of the skin. The risk of complications is low due to HA's biological compatibility with the human body.

As for disadvantages, the biggest one is the need to repeat the procedure (usually every few months). The risk of asymmetrical lesions or unsightly lumps is low, but because of them, one should make sure that the product used during the procedure is of high quality. Injection may be accompanied by discomfort, but not prolonged pain.

Hyaluronic acid or PDO threads - how about a combination?

Both hyaluronic acid and PDO threads have their advantages and disadvantages. However, instead of wondering which is better - PDO threads or hyaluronic acid - it is worth considering a combination of the two treatments. It happens that such an action brings the most desirable results. Why? Hyaluronic acid reduces the problem from within, at the source, and PDO threads, thanks to their lifting effect, further deepen the effectiveness of HA in rejuvenating the skin.