Smooth PDO Threads in Omaha

Rejuvenate Your Skin Naturally—No Fillers, No Surgery

Smooth threads are a powerful, non-surgical treatment designed to tighten skin, improve texture, and stimulate natural collagen—without adding volume or requiring downtime. At Imagen in Omaha, we use PDO smooth threads on the face and body to soften fine lines, treat crepey skin, and improve tone and elasticity.

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How Do Smooth Threads Work?

Smooth threads are made from a dissolvable material called PDO (polydioxanone), which is safely absorbed by the body over several months. Once inserted under the skin using a fine needle, these threads act as a collagen scaffold. They stimulate fibroblasts to boost natural production of collagen and elastin in the treated area, therefore leading to non-surgical skin tightening.

As the PDO smooth threads dissolve, your body continues to build its own support structure, thus leading to firmer, more youthful skin with improved tone and texture.

Results develop gradually over 6–12 weeks and can last 12–18 months or more.

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Smooth Threads for the Face

Smooth PDO threads are ideal for areas where skin is thinning or wrinkled but volume loss isn’t the main concern. We often use them to:

• Minimize smoker’s lines around the mouth
• Tighten the jawline and refine skin texture
• Treat under-eye crepiness without adding puffiness
• Improve skin tone across the cheeks, temples, and forehead
• Support acne scars or thin, sun-damaged skin

They’re especially popular for patients who want a refreshed look without the added fullness of dermal fillers.

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Smooth Threads for the Body

The same collagen-stimulating technology can be used in common “crepey” or dimpling areas of the body. We’ve seen incredible results using smooth threads to:

• Tighten loose skin above the knees or elbows
• Improve texture on the inner arms and thighs
• Minimize cellulite dimples on the buttocks or thighs
• Support crepey skin around the abdomen

Treatment areas are carefully selected to restore structure and firmness while keeping the skin’s movement natural.

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How Many Threads Will I Need?

Thread counts vary by treatment area and skin condition. A small area (like lip lines) may require as few as 6–10 threads, while body zones like the thighs or arms may need 50 or more threads over a few sessions for best results.

We’ll customize your plan based on your goals, skin type, and timeline.

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Smooth Threads vs. Lifting Threads: What’s the Difference?

• Smooth Threads: Stimulate collagen to improve texture and firmness; they do not lift tissue. Best for wrinkles, crepiness, or dullness.
• Lifting Threads (Barbed): Physically reposition tissue and hold it in place; more dramatic results but often better for deeper sagging.

For many patients, combining both types—for example, lifting threads in the cheeks with smooth threads around the mouth or neck—delivers the most balanced result.

What are smooth threads used for? Smooth threads are used to stimulate collagen and improve skin texture, elasticity, and tone. They’re ideal for treating fine lines, crepey skin, and mild laxity in areas like the neck, jawline, cheeks, chest, arms, knees, and abdomen.
How do smooth threads work? Smooth threads are tiny strands of dissolvable PDO (polydioxanone) placed just beneath the skin surface. As your body absorbs them, they trigger collagen production and create firmer, smoother skin over time.
What’s the difference between smooth threads and lifting threads? Smooth threads stimulate collagen for skin tightening and rejuvenation, but they don’t lift tissue. Lifting threads have tiny barbs or cones that reposition sagging skin. Both can be combined for comprehensive results.
How many treatments will I need? Most patients start with 2–3 treatments spaced about a month apart, depending on the treatment area and severity of laxity. Maintenance sessions every 6–12 months help preserve your results.
Is there downtime after smooth threads? Downtime is minimal. You may experience some swelling, bruising, or mild tenderness at the insertion sites for a few days. Most patients return to normal activities right away.
Are smooth threads safe? Yes. PDO threads are FDA-cleared and have been used safely in medical procedures for decades. When placed by a trained provider, they’re low-risk and well tolerated.
When will I see results? Some skin smoothing is visible right away, but the most noticeable improvements develop gradually over 6–12 weeks as collagen builds. Results continue to improve with each session.