Thigh Lift
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A thigh lift procedure is performed to lift the thighs by removing excess skin and fat.
Cost
A thigh lift can cost between $8-20K
Consultation
During the consultation, you will spend a lot of time with the doctor reviewing your surgical goals. An exam will then be performed and a surgical plan will be discussed with you at length.
Risks
The risks of surgery include poor wound healing, infection, seroma, hematoma, dysesthesia, unfavorable scarring, rebound laxity, and need for further procedures.
Procedure
The procedure is often performed under general anesthesia and can be performed with a crescent excision pattern in the groin crease or a hockey stick type incision going vertically down the medial thigh. If the lateral thigh lift procedure is performed then this is often accomplished with an incision along the belt line.
LATERAL THIGH LIFT
A lateral thigh lift is performed to treat loose lateral thigh skin that often occurs after significant amount of weight loss. Commonly, this area is treated during a circumferential abdominoplasty. The incision used is often the same as used during a lower body lift (LBL). Often a formal lateral thigh lift procedure will be performed after a LBL when the patient can be placed on their side with the treated leg in an extended position (abducted). Sometimes liposuction is performed as well. Interestingly, because of the way the skin of the thigh adheres to the leg, pulling up on the lateral thigh spirals around toward the inner thigh, and may provide some improvement of the inner (medial thigh) as well. This plastic surgery procedure can be performed in two to three hours and the recuperation takes one to two weeks.
The medial thigh lift is performed to improve the appearance of the inner thigh. It can treat loose, sagging skin and excess skin and the deeper soft tissue excess. Variations of this plastic surgery procedure approach will depend upon the severity of the laxity.
Recovery
A patient may be placed in a compression garment or have their thighs wrapped with dressings. Drains may be used as well.
FAQs
Can you get lipo on your inner thighs?
Yes liposuction can be performed on the inner thighs.
Does running get rid of cellulite?
Running does not improve cellulite.
Can you get surgery to remove arm fat?
Surgery can be performed to remove arm fat.
How are thigh lifts done?
Thigh lifts can be performed using an inner thigh crease incision removing a crescent of tissue or an incision can be extended down the inner thigh towards the knee.
Does a lower body lift include thighs?
A lower body lift does not include a formal thigh lift but you may see some improvement of the thighs during the body lift.
How can I firm up flabby thighs?
Flabby arms can be firmed with some lasers. Flabby arms can be firmed up with liposuction and direct skin excision in some cases.
Does insurance cover skin removal after weight loss?
Insurance does not cover thigh lift skin removal.
How can I reduce my thigh fat?
Thigh fat can be reduced with liposuction or direct excision during a thigh lift.
How dangerous is a thigh lift?
A thigh lift is not dangerous
How much does a thigh lift Cost?
A thigh lift fee will vary. It can cost from $8500-20,000.
How do you get rid of loose skin on your thighs?
The best way to get rid of loose thigh skin, is by direct skin excision.
How much does it cost for a tummy tuck?
A tummy tuck can cost between $8500-15000.
How do you prepare for a thigh lift?
I tell my patients to eat healthy and exercise regularly, and also to avoid medications or supplements that can cause bleeding.
How much does it cost to remove inner thigh fat?
The fee will vary whether it is liposuction or an inner thigh lift.
How long is recovery from a thigh lift?
Usually patients can go back to light duty after about 7-10 days.
Is having a thigh gap healthy?
Having a thigh gap is not always possible after an inner thigh lift.
What are the different types of thigh lifts?
There are generally two types of thigh lifts: 1)an inner thigh lift using a crescent excision pattern in the groin crease. 2) a vertical incision or hockey stick incision approach.
What is a spiral thigh lift?
A spiral thigh lift is an inner thigh lift using a hockey incision approach.
What does a thigh lift Cost?
The fee for a thigh lift varies from between $8500-$20000
What is a thigh lift?
A thigh lift is a procedure in which inner thigh skin and fat is removed to improve the contour of the inner thigh.
What exercises help lose thigh fat?
A good exercise regimen can help reduce thigh fat.
What is an inner thigh lift surgery?
There are generally two types of thigh lifts: 1)an inner thigh lift using a crescent excision pattern in the groin crease. 2) a vertical incision or hockey stick incision approach.
What is a bilateral thigh lift?
There are generally two types of thigh lifts: 1)an inner thigh lift using a crescent excision pattern in the groin crease. 2) a vertical incision or hockey stick incision approach.
What is considered a thigh gap?
A thigh gap is the space between the two thighs.
Where are the scars for a thigh lift?
The incisions can be in the groin crease and can also go down the inseam of the inner thigh.
Will a thigh lift get rid of cellulite?
A thigh lift does not improve cellulite.
