The first publications regarding aesthetic treatments with polydioxanone threads (PDO) date to 2015 and were preceded by the establishment of this polymer use for surgical sutures as a safe, less inflammatory option that brings superior final aesthetic-functional results. The present article describes a series of five patients that received PDO thread lifting for abdominal periumbilical laxity.

Dr. João Henrique da Fonseca Armada Barros is a Dermatologist certified by the Brazilian Society of Dermatology, widely recognized for his expertise in both clinical and aesthetic dermatology. With extensive experience in body aesthetic medicine, he integrates scientific research, advanced techniques, and patient-centered care to deliver safe and effective treatment outcomes.

He is the author of the book Treatise on Body Aesthetic Medicine, a comprehensive reference in the field. As an active international speaker, he presents on injectables, thread lifting procedures, and advanced aesthetic technologies, contributing to professional education and the continuous advancement of evidence-based aesthetic practice worldwide.