PDO Thread Aftercare

October 22, 2024

• DO NOT massage areas where the threads are placed unless instructed 

• DO NOT undergo dental procedures for 3 to 4 weeks if areas treated were around the mouth 

• DO NOT get a facial or a massage in treated areas for 2 weeks after your procedure 

• AVOID strenuous workouts and alcohol for 24 hours if possible 

Treated areas may be slightly red, swollen, slightly irregular and bruised for the first 2- 5 days and will decrease. 

If bruising occurs, you may continue Arnica supplements or apply topical Arnica gel, drink fresh pineapple juice, and/or take Bromelain supplements to help bruising resolve faster.

For swelling, take Pepcid and Zyrtec, abnormal swelling not resolved, please call office.

For pain take Tylenol.

You can massage small, treated areas ONLY if you notice slight puckering or irregularity in an area if instructed by your provider. 

Please call the office if you notice any threads extruding from the skin.

A follow up session 1 week post treatment is recommended, and 1 month after treatment. 

Threads can take 4- 6 weeks to settle down, feelings of “zingers” are normal and will settle down.