WHAT IS PDO THREADS? PDO therapy is an effective cosmetic technique that lifts and tighten sagging skin tissues by inducing collagen production. It involves the implantation of fine, absorbable polydioxanone threads (similar to those used in medical suturing) into the subcutaneous layer of the skin using small needles. These threads remain implanted in the skin causing micro-injuries that stimulate collagen synthesis and tissue contraction. After six months, the threads will be absorbed into the body leaving new collagen in its place. No experience but interested in this course? See our Pathway to Aesthetics course for instant progression into all of our advanced courses DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PDO & COG THREADS? The more PDO material in the thread, the more collagen stimulation we can expect. Mono threads are usually completely absorbed by about 6 months.Cog threads are thicker lengths of PDO that are loaded onto a cannula which is then inserted into the skin. These threads have little cogs on them that engage the skin and can lift up sagging skin of the cheek, jowl or brow when the thread is pulled upwards. As they are stronger than mono threads, cogs can obtain more lifting and contouring. Cog threads are usually fully absorbed between 6 months to 9 months. COURSE STRUCTURE THEORY COMPONENTS - Advantages of treatment. - How PDO & COG threads work. - Treatment areas. - Types of PDO & COG Threads - Anatomy and physiology of the face. - PDO insertion techniques. - Risks and side effects. - Client suitability. - Aftercare. PRACTICAL COMPONENTS - Live model treatments. - Client consultation protocols (medical history & client consent). - Managing expectations and complaints procedure. - Practice of injections using Zanco models (facial injection mannequins). - Product knowledge. - Multiple live model treatments. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Must have completed Basic Dermal Fillers Course or Foundation Anti Wrinkle Injections Course COURSE PRICE PDO & COG Thread Training: £1500 inc. VAT | Sale Price £950 Inc VAT £200 booking fee require to book (Not refundable). Booking Fee is taken off course price. The outstanding balance is due 3 weeks prior to the beginning of the course. At which point, pre-course material will be sent out via email. COURSE LOCATIONS Liverpool: 6/7 Dakota Business Park, L19 2QR Chester: 9 Hunter Street Chester CH1 2A