PDO Smooth Threads in Los Angeles for Firmer, Smoother

Sometimes your skin doesn't need more volume, just renewed strength. PDO Smooth Threads encourage your body's natural collagen and elastin production to improve firmness, texture, and overall skin quality from within.

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TREATMENT TIME

1 hour

TYPICAL DOWNTIME

1 week

VISIBLE IN

Immediate

What Is PDO Smooth Threads?

PDO smooth threads are fine, absorbable threads made of polydioxanone, or PDO, a biocompatible material long used in medical sutures.

No Barbs or Mechanical Pulling

Designed without barbs, meaning they do not pull or physically reposition sagging tissue
Pure Collagen Stimulation

Placed beneath the skin strictly to trigger natural collagen production rather than change contours
Targeted Skin Revival

Restores thicker, smoother skin in delicate areas like the cheeks, jawline, neck, and under-eyes
Subtle, Natural Rejuvenation

Delivers understated renewal that leaves you looking refreshed and naturally yourself

How Do PDO Smooth Threads Work

Once placed beneath the skin, PDO smooth threads create a controlled stimulus that triggers your body's natural healing response. This response prompts fibroblasts to generate new collagen and elastin around the treated area, gradually rebuilding structure and support from within.

As collagen remodels over the following weeks and months, skin firmness and texture continue to improve. Eventually, the threads themselves are fully absorbed by the body, while the collagen they helped generate remains behind.

What PDO Smooth Threads Treat

PDO smooth threads address concerns rooted in skin quality and firmness, targeting specific areas of the face and neck:

Cheeks

Restores thickness and resilience to areas experiencing mild laxity or thinning

Jawline

Firms and refines skin along the lower face for a more supported, structured appearance

Neck

Smooths horizontal lines and firms delicate, thinning tissue

Under-Eyes

Revives fragile skin to soften fine lines and improve overall texture

Who Should Consider PDO Smooth Threads

PDO smooth threads are a fit for adults noticing early skin laxity, thinning, or uneven texture who want subtle rejuvenation without changing their natural features.

Address Early Changes: You're noticing early laxity, thinning, or reduced firmness.
Refine Skin Quality: You want smoother, more even-looking texture.
Preserve Your Features: You want rejuvenation without altering your natural facial contours.

PDO Smooth Threads Cost

At Curiva Med Spa, we view body sculpting as a long-term investment in your confidence. Rather than standard, one-size-fits-all packages, we build every treatment plan around your specific skin goals.

Customized Recommendations: Pricing depends on the treatment area.
Consultation: Your provider will confirm your exact PDO smooth threads price during your consultation

Our process

What to Expect During Your PDO Smooth Threads Treatment

From the moment you arrive, we want you to feel relaxed, comfortable, and cared for. Every part of your visit is thoughtfully designed to support you and make your experience feel easy from start to finish.

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Pre-Treatment

Your visit begins with a consultation to review your goals and history. We gently cleanse your skin and perform a detailed VISIA® analysis to look beneath the surface and track your progress.

During Treatment

Using a fine needle, your provider places the smooth threads beneath the skin. Most sessions take about thirty minutes, depending on the areas treated.

Post-Treatment

Downtime is typically up to a week, with temporary swelling, tenderness, or bruising possible during that time. Avoid facial movements that strain the treated area, such as excessive smiling, yawning, or chewing tough foods, for a week, and refrain from makeup, facials, or intense skincare for at least 5 to 7 days. Collagen related improvements continue to develop gradually beyond that.

Personalized Skin Plans
No generic treatments. We design every single visit around your skin and what actually works for you.
Vetted Technology
The exact treatments celebrities fly to South Korea for, brought directly to you in our space.
Complete Recovery
We pair your treatments with wellness treatments to speed up healing and recovery.
Clear Results
No guessing. We measure what is happening beneath your skin so you see clear progress at every stage.

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Your features, contour, and skin are entirely unique, and your care should be too. At Curiva Med Spa, we combine clinical insight beneath the surface with your personal aesthetic goals to build a treatment plan designed just for you.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How long do PDO Smooth Threads last?

Results typically last 6 months to 1 year depending on your skin and how quickly your body metabolizes the threads.

When will I see results from PDO Smooth Threads?

Improvement is often immediate for the treatment session itself, with fuller results developing over the following months as collagen builds around the treated area.

Can PDO Smooth Threads be used under the eyes?

Yes. The under-eye area is a common treatment site when clinically appropriate for your skin and goals.

Can I wear makeup after PDO Smooth Threads?

Most patients can wear makeup once initial swelling or redness settles, typically within 1 or 2 day, though your provider will confirm timing for your skin.

Can PDO Smooth Threads be combined with other treatments?

Yes. PDO Smooth Threads pair well with treatments like Sculptra®, Radiesse®, or VISIA guided skincare as part of a broader plan.

How are Smooth PDO Threads different from lifting threads?

Smooth threads have no barbs and work purely to stimulate collagen, while lifting threads grip and mechanically reposition sagging tissue for an immediate lift.

How many PDO Smooth Threads will I need?

The number of threads depends on your treatment area and goals, which your provider will determine during your consultation.

What activities should I avoid after treatment?

Avoid facial movements that strain the treated area, such as excessive smiling, yawning, or chewing tough foods, for a week, and refrain from makeup, facials, or intense skincare for at least 5 to 7 days.

How should I prepare for PDO Smooth Threads?

Increase your water intake by an extra liter the day before and day of your treatment, and arrive with clean, makeup-free skin.

Not sure what your skin needs first?

That is exactly what your consultation is for. Our skin experts use VISIA® in-depth skin analysis to uncover your skin's baseline and build custom recommendations around your specific goals and comfort level. Every treatment plan at Curiva Med Spa is designed with thoughtful care, advanced technology, and your lasting confidence in mind.