This exclusive 1-day or 2-day hands-on course provides the most comprehensive and advanced PDO Thread Lifting training available. Learn how to utilize the latest in advanced molded PDO threads, including our signature lift and reverse vectoring techniques. Plus, receive up to $2950 credit towards your PDO thread order with Novathreads! 

 

This course is designed for Physicians, Dentists, PAs, NPs, and RNs to safely master thread lifting techniques, setting you apart from other aesthetic providers and enabling you to learn and take advantage of advanced aesthetic procedures. Our program is structured and designed for novice or advanced injectors seeking additional training, standard of care, and complications management. 

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With the PDO thread market experiencing exponential growth, it's clear that this is the leading minimally invasive alternative to numerous aesthetic and surgical procedures. By mastering PDO threads, you can deliver immediate and noticeable results to your patients, increasing their satisfaction while reducing pain and other complications often linked to surgical interventions.

 

Give your patients rejuvenated, youthful results without the hassle of invasive medical surgical procedures. Whether your patient wants to minimize lines and folds, lift the jowls, snatch the jawline, or tighten the neck, we can help!

 

Absorbable PDO (Polydioxanone) Threads can be done as a standalone treatment or in combination with other anti-aging procedures such as Botox, Dermal Fillers, and other bio-stimulators like PRF, Bio-Filler, and PLLA (Sculptra). 

 

Our PDO Thread Lifting live patient training incorporates all thread types, including smooth/mono, twist/screw, barb, and molded. Understand how PDO threads can be used for volumizing, tightening, contouring, shaping, and lifting. 

 

The most common treatment areas include:

• Cheeks

• Nasolabial Folds

• Marionette Lines

• Jowls

• Snatched Jawline

• Neck

• Eye Brows (Lateral and Foxtail brow lift)

• Perioral lines

• Lip borders

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Comprehensive PDO Thread Lifting Training Curriculum

 

Theoretical Foundations

• History of Polydioxanone (PDO): An in-depth exploration of PDO's origins, its evolution in medical applications, and its emergence as a key player in aesthetic treatments.

• Categories of PDO Threads: A detailed examination of smooth, twist, barb, and molded threads, elucidating their distinct properties, mechanisms of action, and ideal applications in aesthetic procedures.

• Patient Assessment and Consultation: Mastering the art of comprehensive patient evaluation, including medical history review, skin analysis, and personalized treatment planning to ensure optimal outcomes and patient satisfaction.

• Indications and Contraindications: A thorough understanding of the suitability criteria for PDO thread lifting, identifying ideal candidates while mitigating risks and complications through careful patient selection.

• Managing Patient Expectations: Developing effective communication strategies to set realistic expectations, address patient concerns, and foster trust throughout treatment.

Practical Techniques

• Vectors and Techniques: Hands-on training in various thread placement techniques, including reverse vectors, traditional/forward vectors, signature lift, and fox eye lift, to address diverse facial indications and achieve desired aesthetic goals.

• Facial Mapping: A deep dive into facial anatomy, including vasculature, neuroanatomy, lymphatic systems, and retaining ligaments, to ensure safe and precise thread placement for optimal lifting results.

• Product Selection and Placement: Understanding the nuances of various PDO thread types, their lifting mechanisms, collagen remodeling properties, and appropriate placement depths to tailor treatments to individual patient needs.

Patient Care and Safety

• Pre- and Post-Care Protocols: Comprehensive guidance on pre-treatment preparation, post-treatment care instructions, and ongoing maintenance to optimize results and minimize complications.

• Complications Management: Proactive strategies for identifying, preventing, and managing potential adverse reactions, ensuring patient safety and satisfaction.

• Combination Therapies: Exploring the synergistic potential of PDO threads in conjunction with other aesthetic modalities like PRF, Bio-Filler, Botox, dermal fillers, and lasers for comprehensive facial rejuvenation.

Business Aspects

• Patient Management: Strategies for effective patient communication, building rapport, and nurturing long-term relationships to enhance patient retention and loyalty.

• Pricing and Packaging: Develop competitive pricing models and attractive treatment packages for standard PDO thread lift procedures and collagen-building treatments to maximize revenue and profitability.