FAQ

MINT™ PDO threads are designed with a unique patented technology where barbs are strategically press molded in a 360 degree helical design. Threads are placed into the skin, and the barbs anchor onto soft tissue and are then approximated to contour and rejuvenate the skin. Not only can it improve the appearance of sagging skin, PDO can help promote the stimulation of collagen and neovascularization which helps to improve skin elasticity, texture, fine lines, and volume for a beautiful rejuvenation.

Many of our clients feel that PDO threads offer benefits that they cannot get from other minimally invasive treatments. The degree of tissue approximation and skin tightening achieved with PDO threads fills the gap that was missing with injectables and lasers.

While PDO threads are made of the same material, the manufacturing process of the thread itself varies from brand to brand. Conventional PDO threads cut the barbs from the integral core of the thread, which weakens it and makes it more prone to breakage. MINT™ uses an innovative patented technology to press-mold the barbs onto the surface of the thread in a 360 degree helical design. This helps it to maintain its structural integrity and offers all around approximation for maximum tensile strength and anchorage.

We offer a variety of bi-directional and multi-directional threads. Bi-directional barbs face opposing directions to help the thread anchor onto skin tissue for approximation. Threads with multi-directional barbs function as supplementary threads to help increase the longevity of bi-directional threads.

No, each brand is different in terms of barb design, level of safety (clinical studies and FDA clearances), and packaging. Other PDO threads have barbs molded and positioned in linear or 2D fashion and repackaged from a contracted supplier. Under its patented technology, MINT™ is the only PDO thread in the market with barbs positioned in a 360 degree helical design to anchor soft tissue in all directions and directly manufactured and packaged in our R&D center. MINT™ threads come in 3 layers of sealing for the highest quality and safety standards.

MINT™ is the first in the industry to have three FDA clearances and is globally recognized with MFDS approval, CE certification, and CFDA certification.

FDA clearance is reserved for Class II devices and FDA approval is reserved for Class III devices. PDO threads are classified as Class II devices and can only be FDA cleared. There are no PDO threads in the market that are FDA approved.

There are more than 6 years of published studies regarding the safety and efficacy of

MINT™ PDO threads. Check out our Resources page to get access to our collection of studies and articles.

You can see all of our training options that are available here.

We offer trainings in various states across the US. Training sessions take place at the trainer’s respective clinic.

Pricing varies depending on the type of training session you want to attend.

While it is not a requirement, we strongly recommend enrolling in a MINT™ training course to get a better understanding of the product portfolio. We especially encourage those who have little to no cannula experience and/or PDO thread experience to take advantage of our training options as there is a steep learning curve when it comes to mastering threads.

Yes, we do offer virtual trainings and webinars. Sign up for our newsletter or follow us on social media to get updates about upcoming events.

The scope of practice varies from state to state, and we suggest checking with your state’s medical advisory board.

Yes, you can! MINT™ organized trainings are not limited to MD/DOs.

You can inquire about a specific DtoD training date here or fill out a contact form to be connected to one of our sales representatives.

MINT™ PDO threads can be purchased online through our eStore. Go to our eStore and create an account. Once your account is created, it will be subject to a verification process that will take between 24-72 hours. You will receive an email notification once your account is verified, and you can place your order. To use product credits from a training session or for non-standard inquiries, please reach out to your assigned sales representative for further assistance.

We offer a la carte and bundle special pricing. You can log into the eStore to view the prices for all of our threads.

Our threads are manufactured in South Korea where our parent company, HansBiomed Corp., is headquartered. We directly manufacture and distribute our threads under our branch, HansBiomed USA, Inc.

MINT™ PDO barbed threads expire 3 years after the manufactured date and smooth threads expire 1 year after the manufactured date.

MINT™ is currently not available in Canada, but we will make an announcement as soon as it is available.