TESS Prederm vs. TESS Scaffold: Comparing Two Thread Lifting Options for Facial Rejuvenation
As we age, many people begin to notice their facial skin isn't as firm as it once was. Cheeks may flatten, corners of the mouth can droop, or the jawline loses its definition from their 20s or 30s. These are all signs of "skin laxity", a common concern for both women and men over 30. Thread lifting using absorbable PDO threads has become a popular solution for those looking to restore firmness and contour without surgery.
Among the various medical-grade PDO threads available, the TESS product line is one that many doctors are familiar with and are paying attention to. Currently, two models are officially certified in Thailand: TESS Prederm and TESS Scaffold.
While both models share the primary goal of "skin lifting and tightening", their mechanisms, structures, and resulting effects differ significantly. This article will help you understand how TESS Prederm and TESS Scaffold are different, what skin concerns they are best suited for, and if they can be used together for even better results.
TESS Prederm: A Lifting Solution, Even in Hard-to-Reach Areas
TESS Prederm is a PDO (Polydioxanone) dissolvable thread designed specifically for direct lifting. Its key features include high tensile strength and a Biomimetic Design that helps it adhere more securely to the skin layers. Its bi-directional cogs hook and anchor tissue without the need for specific insertion directions. It's ideal for those with mild to moderate saggy skin, especially in areas like:
- Drooping mouth corners
- Sagging lower cheeks
- Undefined jawline
- Lack of firmness under the chin
- Undefined facial contours
A key characteristic of TESS Prederm is its ability to firmly anchor tissue for enhanced lifting. It also comes with a blunt cannula, which reduces bruising and swelling during the procedure.
Results: The face appears more contoured and lifted, as it can be used to treat areas that are difficult for other threads to reach, such as the jawline, facial contours, or the mid-to-lower face where ligaments make lifting more complex. Visible improvements often appear within 2–4 weeks, offering a firmer, more youthful facial profile.*
TESS Scaffold: Structural Lifting With Skin-Reviving Support
In contrast, TESS Scaffold, or scaffold mesh threads, are also PDO (Polydioxanone) dissolvable threads with a unique design. The structure features barbs surrounded by a scaffold-like mesh, which is designed to provide multidimensional support and lift. The mesh threads stimulate tissue regeneration by encouraging collagen growth around the thread and the scaffold acts as a long-term anchor for this new tissue, providing sustained support. It's ideal for those with moderate to severe skin laxity, such as:
- Sagging under the chin
- Poorly defined facial contours
- Thin, sagging skin that lacks firmness
- Drooping lower cheeks and weak skin
- Deep nasolabial folds
TESS Scaffold helps to support the skin, making the facial structure appear more defined—like an internal “net” holding the face in a lifted, structured form. It is perfect for correcting sagging facial contours and for those who want clearer results, as well as skin that feels firmer and fuller after the thread lift. This is a result of the mesh threads stimulating tissue growth within the dermal layer.
Results: Visible results begin to appear 2–4 weeks after the procedure, especially with a smoother overall facial appearance due to the lifting effect. The face looks firmer and skin looks fuller, with a brighter complexion. Results can last for 12–24 months*.
Can TESS Prederm and TESS Scaffold Be Used Together?
Absolutely yes. In fact, it's recommended to use them together for a more comprehensive and superior thread lifting result.
By combining the two, TESS Scaffold acts as the "primary framework" that lifts and supports the skin for a firmer, more defined look, while TESS Prederm acts as the "reinforcement" that helps to lift and refine details in areas that mesh threads can't easily reach. This combination works to fill out the skin for a firmer, more contoured, and younger-looking appearance.
Combined Results:
- Natural-looking lift and contoured facial appearance.
- Firmer, plumper skin with improved texture.
- A more defined facial structure without surgery.
- Non-surgical contouring of the jawline, cheeks, and mid-face
- Smoother skin with reduced nasolabial folds and marionette lines.
Which Option Is Right for You?
- If you want a thread lift to "lift specific facial areas for a more contoured look" → Choose TESS PREDERM
- If you want a thread lift to "reshape your facial structure and restore firm, luminous skin" → Go with TESS SCAFFOLD
- If you want longer-lasting firmness and fullness, more comprehensive results → Use both together
Whether you’re in your 30s, 40s, 50s, or beyond—if your facial contours are changing and confidence is fading, now is the time to act. The earlier you begin proper skin support, the better your skin will respond to treatment.
TESS Prederm and TESS Scaffold are thread lifts focused on natural-looking results. Used alone or together, they help restore balance to both your facial shape and skin quality—so you can look and feel your best at any age.
*Results may vary by individual.
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As we age, many people begin to notice their facial skin isn't as firm as it once was. Cheeks may flatten, corners of the mouth can droop, or the jawline loses its definition from their 20s or 30s. These are all signs of "skin laxity", a common concern for both women and men over 30. Thread lifting using absorbable PDO threads has become a popular solution for those looking to restore firmness and contour without surgery.
Among the various medical-grade PDO threads available, the TESS product line is one that many doctors are familiar with and are paying attention to. Currently, two models are officially certified in Thailand: TESS Prederm and TESS Scaffold.
While both models share the primary goal of "skin lifting and tightening", their mechanisms, structures, and resulting effects differ significantly. This article will help you understand how TESS Prederm and TESS Scaffold are different, what skin concerns they are best suited for, and if they can be used together for even better results.
TESS Prederm: A Lifting Solution, Even in Hard-to-Reach Areas
TESS Prederm is a PDO (Polydioxanone) dissolvable thread designed specifically for direct lifting. Its key features include high tensile strength and a Biomimetic Design that helps it adhere more securely to the skin layers. Its bi-directional cogs hook and anchor tissue without the need for specific insertion directions. It's ideal for those with mild to moderate saggy skin, especially in areas like:
- Drooping mouth corners
- Sagging lower cheeks
- Undefined jawline
- Lack of firmness under the chin
- Undefined facial contours
A key characteristic of TESS Prederm is its ability to firmly anchor tissue for enhanced lifting. It also comes with a blunt cannula, which reduces bruising and swelling during the procedure.
Results: The face appears more contoured and lifted, as it can be used to treat areas that are difficult for other threads to reach, such as the jawline, facial contours, or the mid-to-lower face where ligaments make lifting more complex. Visible improvements often appear within 2–4 weeks, offering a firmer, more youthful facial profile.*
TESS Scaffold: Structural Lifting With Skin-Reviving Support
In contrast, TESS Scaffold, or scaffold mesh threads, are also PDO (Polydioxanone) dissolvable threads with a unique design. The structure features barbs surrounded by a scaffold-like mesh, which is designed to provide multidimensional support and lift. The mesh threads stimulate tissue regeneration by encouraging collagen growth around the thread and the scaffold acts as a long-term anchor for this new tissue, providing sustained support. It's ideal for those with moderate to severe skin laxity, such as:
- Sagging under the chin
- Poorly defined facial contours
- Thin, sagging skin that lacks firmness
- Drooping lower cheeks and weak skin
- Deep nasolabial folds
TESS Scaffold helps to support the skin, making the facial structure appear more defined—like an internal “net” holding the face in a lifted, structured form. It is perfect for correcting sagging facial contours and for those who want clearer results, as well as skin that feels firmer and fuller after the thread lift. This is a result of the mesh threads stimulating tissue growth within the dermal layer.
Results: Visible results begin to appear 2–4 weeks after the procedure, especially with a smoother overall facial appearance due to the lifting effect. The face looks firmer and skin looks fuller, with a brighter complexion. Results can last for 12–24 months*.
Can TESS Prederm and TESS Scaffold Be Used Together?
Absolutely yes. In fact, it's recommended to use them together for a more comprehensive and superior thread lifting result.
By combining the two, TESS Scaffold acts as the "primary framework" that lifts and supports the skin for a firmer, more defined look, while TESS Prederm acts as the "reinforcement" that helps to lift and refine details in areas that mesh threads can't easily reach. This combination works to fill out the skin for a firmer, more contoured, and younger-looking appearance.
Combined Results:
- Natural-looking lift and contoured facial appearance.
- Firmer, plumper skin with improved texture.
- A more defined facial structure without surgery.
- Non-surgical contouring of the jawline, cheeks, and mid-face
- Smoother skin with reduced nasolabial folds and marionette lines.
Which Option Is Right for You?
- If you want a thread lift to "lift specific facial areas for a more contoured look" → Choose TESS PREDERM
- If you want a thread lift to "reshape your facial structure and restore firm, luminous skin" → Go with TESS SCAFFOLD
- If you want longer-lasting firmness and fullness, more comprehensive results → Use both together
Whether you’re in your 30s, 40s, 50s, or beyond—if your facial contours are changing and confidence is fading, now is the time to act. The earlier you begin proper skin support, the better your skin will respond to treatment.
TESS Prederm and TESS Scaffold are thread lifts focused on natural-looking results. Used alone or together, they help restore balance to both your facial shape and skin quality—so you can look and feel your best at any age.
*Results may vary by individual.
