What are NovaThreads?
NovaThreads are a minimally invasive PDO thread treatment that lifts and tightens sagging skin without surgery. Each NovaThreads device consists of fine hypodermic needles preloaded with absorbable surgical sutures made of polydioxanone, or PDO. Polydioxanone has a long history of use in medicine, including sutures for open-heart surgery, and PDO sutures are considered among the safest materials to be implanted beneath the skin because the body fully absorbs them over time.
The body absorbs these fine suture threads within four to six months after insertion, without leaving scar tissue behind. As the threads dissolve, they trigger a natural healing response that leads to collagen stimulation. This builds a fresh foundation of support within the skin for a lifted, tightened effect, and that new framework can continue to hold for another 12 to 15 months.
NovaThreads are well suited to the face, brow, neck, and jawline, with no surgery and minimal discomfort. They can also be paired with injectables or the Silhouette InstaLift to rejuvenate the face more completely.
Why Choose UnionDerm for NovaThreads?
A natural-looking thread lift depends on precise placement. Knowing where each thread should sit, how much lift the tissue can support, and which areas will benefit most from collagen stimulation takes a thorough understanding of facial anatomy. At UnionDerm, your physician evaluates your skin quality, the degree of laxity, and your goals before recommending NovaThreads or a combination of treatments to help you achieve natural-looking results.
Because NovaThreads work well alongside a range of other treatments, our physicians often build plans that pair threads with dermal fillers or Botox and other botulinum toxins for balanced results. UnionDerm is also home to an active clinical research department and an ASDS Fellowship in Cosmetic Dermatology. You can learn more about the physicians behind your care when you meet our doctors.
What to Expect During NovaThreads Treatment
During the procedure, your physician inserts each needle just beneath the skin, parallel to the surface, then withdraws it, leaving the PDO thread in place. The threads are positioned to pull the skin tighter around the treatment area. Depending on the thread type, barbed sutures may be used to grip the underlying tissue and muscle for added lift.
This insertion triggers a natural healing response. Over the following weeks, collagen production increases to lift, tighten, and fill lax areas of sagging skin, restoring a firmer, smoother, more youthful look. Most patients experience minimal downtime and minimal discomfort.
When Will I See Results?
Results can be seen about one week after treatment and continue to improve as new collagen develops. A noticeable difference is possible for up to a year after a single treatment.
Keep in mind that skin continues to age over time, and natural collagen loss will gradually affect your results. Proper at-home skincare and follow-up appointments can help you maintain your NovaThreads results for longer.
What Areas Do NovaThreads Treat?
NovaThreads are an excellent option for any area in need of collagen stimulation, particularly the lower face, where deep lines around the mouth and sagging tend to show first. Treatment areas include:
- Face
- Brow
- Jawline
- Neck
Schedule a Consultation
If sagging skin along your jawline, neck, or lower face has you feeling less confident at work or in social settings, NovaThreads may be the right fit. Contact UnionDerm or schedule your consultation with one of our skilled physicians to learn whether a PDO thread lift is right for your skin.
