Division in Anatomy and Developmental Biology, Department of Oral Biology, Human Identification Research Institute, BK21 FOUR Project, Yonsei University College of Dentistry, Seoul, South Korea.
Maylin Clinic (Apgujeong), Seoul, South Korea.
Skin Res Technol. 2024 Mar;30(3):e13658. doi: 10.1111/srt.13658.
Facial aging prompts a shift in the demands for lifting procedures, transitioning from targeted improvements in younger individuals to overall facial contour enhancements as skin elasticity declines in later years. This paper examines the evolution of PDO volumizing threads, delineating their development from initial limitations to contemporary innovations aimed at addressing tissue deformation and maintaining thread integrity post-insertion. Categorizing these threads based on elasticity, shape, and functionality underscores their versatility and application nuances, catering to specific wrinkle correction, contour sculpting, and facial volume restoration. The discussion emphasizes the pivotal role of thread characteristics in achieving optimal outcomes while minimizing potential complications. By delving into historical contexts, mechanisms, effectiveness, and thread classification, this paper equips practitioners with a comprehensive understanding to make informed decisions in selecting threads for volumizing thread procedures. Recommendations for future research directions, including long-term safety assessments and patient-specific outcomes, seek to enhance the clinical utility and applicability of this analysis.
面部老化促使提升手术的需求发生转变，从年轻个体的针对性改善转变为随着皮肤弹性在晚年下降，整体面部轮廓的增强。本文探讨了 PDO 容积线程的演变，阐述了它们从最初的局限性到当代创新的发展，旨在解决组织变形和保持插入后线程完整性的问题。根据弹性、形状和功能对这些线程进行分类，突出了它们的多功能性和应用细微差别，以满足特定的皱纹矫正、轮廓塑造和面部体积恢复需求。讨论强调了线程特征在实现最佳效果的同时最小化潜在并发症方面的关键作用。通过深入研究历史背景、机制、有效性和线程分类，本文使从业者全面了解，以便在选择用于容积线程程序的线程时做出明智的决策。为未来的研究方向提出建议，包括长期安全性评估和患者特定的结果，旨在提高该分析的临床实用性和适用性。
