- Polydioxonone (PDO) threads — a fine, absorbable material
- Subtle lift plus support for the skin's own collagen
- Non-surgical — not a facelift
- Assessed and placed by Dr. Trentin personally
- Plan and candidacy determined at consultation
- Conservative, individualized written aftercare provided after treatment
A measured lift, placed by a physician
Polydioxonone threads are positioned beneath the skin to reposition tissue and create a discreet lift along the cheeks, jawline, brow, or neck. Over time the material is absorbed and supports the skin's own collagen response in the treated area. The intent is subtlety — a rested, supported look rather than a dramatic change. Dr. Trentin plans and performs the placement himself, mapping thread vectors to your individual anatomy. Candidacy, the number of threads, and the areas treated are determined at consultation.
Threads are not a facelift
PDO thread lifting is a non-surgical procedure. It does not remove tissue, and it does not replicate the extent or longevity of a surgical facelift. Threads suit early-to-moderate laxity where a refined lift and collagen support are the goal. If your anatomy calls for a surgical approach, Dr. Trentin will say so directly. Honest candidacy is part of the consultation.
Physician assessment first
Treatment begins with a consultation. Dr. Trentin examines your skin and underlying structure, discusses your goals, and determines whether threads are the right tool — or whether another approach serves you better. The plan is individualized. There is no single protocol applied to every face.
The visit, start to finish
You arrive to a physician consultation and skin assessment with Dr. Trentin. If you and he decide to proceed, the treatment area is cleansed and a local numbing agent is applied for comfort. Threads are then placed beneath the skin through fine entry points, positioned to lift and support. The placement is focused and methodical; most of the appointment is the assessment and preparation that precede it. Before you leave, you receive written aftercare specific to the areas treated.
Conservative care, individualized in writing
Aftercare is deliberately conservative. In general, keep the treated area clean, avoid heavy pressure on the face, minimize vigorous facial movement and strenuous activity for a short period, and follow Dr. Trentin's guidance closely. Mild tenderness or swelling can occur and typically settles. Your specific written aftercare instructions — including timelines and what to watch for — are provided after treatment and tailored to your case. Reach the practice directly with any questions during recovery.
Questions
Are PDO threads the same as a facelift?
No. PDO thread lifting is a non-surgical procedure that provides a subtle lift and supports collagen. It does not remove tissue and does not match the extent or longevity of a surgical facelift. Dr. Trentin will tell you directly if your goals call for a surgical option instead.
Who performs the treatment?
Dr. Caio Trentin performs the assessment and every thread placement personally. At FORMA you are treated by a physician, not a delegated injector.
What should I expect during the visit?
Your visit begins with a physician consultation and skin assessment. If you proceed, the area is cleansed and numbed, threads are placed beneath the skin, and you are given written aftercare before you leave. Most of the appointment is the assessment and preparation; the placement itself is focused and methodical.
What is the aftercare?
Aftercare is conservative. Expect to keep the area clean, avoid heavy pressure and vigorous facial movement, and limit strenuous activity for a short period while following Dr. Trentin's guidance. Your specific written aftercare instructions are provided after treatment, tailored to the areas treated.
How long do results last?
The threads are gradually absorbed, and the supportive effect develops over time. Duration varies by individual, the areas treated, and your skin. Expectations are set honestly at consultation rather than promised in advance.
Am I a candidate?
Candidacy is determined at consultation. PDO threads suit early-to-moderate laxity where a refined lift is the goal. Dr. Trentin assesses your skin and structure in person and recommends threads only when they genuinely fit your anatomy and goals.