Facial Threads in Baltimore

We offer facial threads in Baltimore to treat the face, neck, and body. The most common areas these sutures lift are the jawline, cheeks, brows, and neck but can also be used for mild skin tightening on areas like the arms or abdomen. At Total Women’s Health of Baltimore, we use your consultation to discuss your desired areas in order to best tailor your treatment.

It is important to prepare for your PDO threads in order to get the best results. For your desired results and successful session, be sure to do the following:

• Avoid alcohol 3 days prior to your appointment.
• Stop taking Omega-3 and Vitamin E supplements and any supplements containing them for 7 days prior to appointment.
• Stop taking NSAIDs and any anticoagulants (aspirin, baby aspirin, Motrin, Advil, etc) 7 days prior to appointment.
• Stop taking steroids.
• Stop use of all Retinol based products to include those with Vitamin C and A for at least 3 days prior to appointment.
• Begin prophylactic antiviral and/or antibiotic treatment for viral conditions such as Herpes Simplex Virus.
• Pretreat any cystic acne prior to thread placement in those specific areas.
• If neuromodulators are part of the treatment plan, make sure they are incorporated 2 weeks prior to threading appointment.

After getting facial threads in Baltimore at Total Women’s Health of Baltimore, it is important to prioritize the post-care process. Avoid NSAIDs and alcohol, do not manipulate the tissue with threads, and refrain from applying makeup for at least 24 hours to ensure optimal results.
We also recommend that you do the following:

• Use ice packs 15-30 minutes at a time, several times per day to reduce swelling and discomfort.
• Sleep with your head slightly elevated for 3-5 nights to minimize swelling.
• Take the herb Arnica (orally and/or topically) according to package instructions to reduce swelling and decrease pain.
• Refrain from harsh/abrasive lotions (retinols, acid based creams, Vit C and A, for minimum 24-48 hours.
• Avoid drinking through a straw for 3-5 days (lips).
• Avoid animated or over-exaggerated facial expressions for approximately 2 weeks.
• Avoid all strenuous exercise for 2 weeks.
• No swimming or soaking in lakes, hot tubs, baths and swimming pools for 3 weeks.
• Avoid sunlight exposure for 2 weeks.
• Avoid all non-medically necessary procedures for 3 weeks following treatment.
• Wait a minimum of 6 months post thread treatment for any heat based laser. treatments (Heat will dissolve the threads).

If you notice swelling or pain, you can use the herb, Arnica, to help alleviate it. During your appointment, our team will answer any questions about the healing process.