Aesthetic Medicine
PDO Thread Lift: redefining the facial contour without surgery
Redessiner l’ovale du visage sans chirurgie
PDO Thread Lift redefines the facial contour and restores firm, rested skin without resorting to surgery. Dr Dylan Mergui inserts fine resorbable threads under the skin that deliver an immediate lifting effect while naturally stimulating collagen production over time.
In brief
PDO (polydioxanone) Thread Lift uses resorbable threads inserted under the skin via fine needles, under local anaesthetic. They deliver an immediate mechanical lifting effect and stimulate collagen production over time. Performed by Dr Dylan Mergui in Tel Aviv, this non-surgical technique redefines the contour, firms the cheeks and improves skin quality, with results lasting 12 to 18 months.
Why choose Thread Lift?
PDO Thread Lift delivers a lifting effect without resorting to surgery. It is intended for patients with moderate skin laxity who want to regain firmness and definition without scars or a long recovery.
Results are progressive and natural: a slight immediate lift, then continuous improvement of skin quality as the threads stimulate collagen synthesis.
- Redefines the facial contour
- Immediate and progressive lifting effect
- Stimulates collagen production
- Long-lasting results (12 to 18 months)
Aesthetic Medicine
Treatment areas
PDO Thread Lift can be applied to several areas of the face and neck with surgical precision, while preserving natural expressions.
Facial contour
Reshape and redefine the contour of the face.
Cheeks and cheekbones
Restore projection and firmness.
Eye area and eyebrows
Slightly lift the eyebrows and open up the eye area.
Neck and décolleté
Firm the skin and improve texture.
Results and duration
The lifting effect is visible as soon as you leave the clinic. The result optimises at one month, once the tissues have reorganised around the threads.
PDO threads resorb in 6 to 8 months, but their effect on collagen production continues for 12 to 18 months depending on the patient and the treated area.
Safety and contraindications
The threads used are made of polydioxanone (PDO), a resorbable material used in surgery for decades. They are CE-approved, sterile and single-use. The procedure is carried out in a medical clinic by Dr Mergui, under a strict aseptic protocol.
Main contraindications:
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Severe skin laxity (surgical indication)
- Local skin infections
- Unstable coagulation disorders
Method
How a session unfolds
Each appointment takes place in three simple steps, designed for your comfort and a natural result.
Step 1
Consultation and assessment
Evaluation of skin laxity, areas to treat and patient expectations.
Step 2
PDO thread placement
Insertion of the resorbable threads under local anaesthetic, in 45 to 60 minutes.
Step 3
One-month follow-up
Reassessment of the result and skin comfort. Optimisation if needed.
Our results in pictures
Discover more transformations and testimonials on Dr Dylan Mergui's Instagram account.
@dr_dylanmergui
M.D Aesthetic Medicine · Tel-Aviv, Israel
FAQ
A question about Thread Lift?
PDO (polydioxanone) threads are resorbable threads inserted under the skin via fine needles. They exert an immediate mechanical lifting effect and stimulate collagen production over time.
You see a firmer facial contour, improved skin firmness and a subtle overall lift. Results are progressive and natural, without a frozen look.
The threads resorb within 6 to 8 months, but the effect on collagen production lasts 12 to 18 months depending on the patient.
Moderate swelling and tenderness to the touch can last 3 to 7 days. Minor bruising is possible. Most patients return to normal activities within 2 to 3 days.
Patients between 35 and 60 with moderate skin laxity are the best candidates. Severe laxity is generally better addressed by conventional surgery.
Going further
Related treatments
Thread Lift is often combined with other Aesthetic Medicine treatments for a complete, harmonious rejuvenation.
Content written and reviewed by
Docteur Dylan Mergui, M.D.
Médecin généraliste · Spécialiste en médecine familiale
Trained in France (Université Paris XII, Université Nice Côte d’Azur, Académie Dr Amir Zerah). License No. 1-189193 — Ministère de la Santé (Israël). Certified on Alma Harmony XL Pro · Lumenis AcuPulse.
A medical clinic in the heart of Tel Aviv
A 5‑minute walk from the Dizengoff Center, near Frishman Beach and the French Embassy.
Opening hours
- Sunday
- 9:00 – 12:00 / 14:00 – 19:00Clalit 14:00 – 17:00
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- 9:00 – 12:00Clalit 9:00 – 12:00
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- Saturday
- Closed
