We’ll help you love your legs and feel confident in shorts and a bathing suit with our thigh lift procedure.
Thigh Lift
This operation is ideal for patients with:
- Excess skin and fat of the upper inner thigh spanning from the groin to the knee
- Substantial weight changes through life, including after substantial weight loss or pregnancy
Inner thigh lift is an operation that addresses the excess skin and fat of the inner thighs. This operation typically involves liposuction and surgery. The severity of the condition typically ranges from isolated to the groin area, or involving the entire upper inner thigh from groin to knee. Patients will decide with Dr. Platt the length and location of the scar based on their goals. Surgical drains are typically used during this operation. Most patients will have same-day surgery, meaning they will be discharged home the same day as the operation. Dr. Platt will discuss the recovery process and establish a follow-up schedule with you.
We want you to look and feel the way you desire to. We can sculpt your body to appear shapely and proportional to enhance your self-esteem and sex appeal. Our team of experts understand your personal and cosmetic goals and it’s our mission to deliver exceptional results.
Our thigh lift procedures involve the removal of excess skin and fat from your inner or outer thighs often after a significant amount of weight loss from diet and exercise. It is often paired with liposuction to effectively eliminate unwanted fat or skin and to help with contouring, toning and firmness.
A combination of factors may contribute to your desire for a thigh lift including the effects of aging that lead to sagging and loose skin or a massive amount of weight loss. Our thigh lift procedure is intended to help you achieve a more proportional, toned figure. We want you to fit comfortably in your clothes and feel self-assured about your body.
Additional Information
If you have achieved significant weight loss and are stressed or unhappy with loose, flabby skin on your thighs – we can help. If you wish to have more proportional and firmer thighs our procedure is right for you. Our goal is to make you feel confident and comfortable in your skin and in and out of your clothes. If you are in good general health, have a positive attitude and intend to live a healthy lifestyle following treatment then a thigh lift procedure is ideal for you.
Process
Step 1: Consultation with Dr. Platt. We want to understand your goals for the procedure and your desired results. We will offer guidance and expert opinions on the best course of action. We will also take any necessary measurements at this time. If you have any questions or hesitations, now is the time to ask!
Step 2: Book an appointment.
Step 3: Prepare yourself by reading the educational material provided and following pre-surgical advice.
Step 4: Procedure day!
Step 5: First look at the outcome. Keep in mind there may be swelling and redness, depending on the procedure. Therefore the best approximation of final look will be after adequate recovery time.
Step 6: Recover. For best results, please follow all post-surgery advice and enhance healing with appropriate sleep, nutrition and hydration.
Step 7: Come back in for a follow-up appointment to ensure proper healing and optimal results.
How it Works
After an in-depth assessment of your body, your unique features and your personal goals – our doctors will determine which procedure or combination of procedures will deliver optimal results. There are two different kinds of thigh life procedures we perform. The inner thigh lift which begins with an incision in the groin area to remove excess fat and skin from the inner thigh. The area from the groin to the knee is reshaped for a tighter, firmer and more proportional appearance. The outer thigh lift is a bit more complicated and often requires reshaping of the buttocks in addition to the outer thighs.
FAQ
Will there be scars?
Depending on if you have an inner or outer thigh lift, you will have small incision marks near the groin area and or near the hip and possibly near the buttock. Our doctors know how to strategically place the incisions for a conspicuous outcome.
How do I prepare for this procedure?
It is important to stop smoking before undergoing surgery to promote better healing. It is strongly suggested to avoid taking aspirin or anti-inflammatory drugs that can cause increased bleeding. It is always important to stay hydrated before and after surgery for a safe recovery. For most lifts, it is essential that you maintain a stable weight for a significant duration of time so as not to jeopardize the effects of the procedure.
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