Thigh Lift: Reveal a More Proportionate Figure

With most patients safely achieving their goals with few to no complications, this procedure continues to grow in popularity. In an evaluation of 16 studies over the last 20 years, there were no major complications observed in the 447 patient sample. 

1. There are several techniques we use to complete a thigh lift based on your specific goals. Thigh lift surgery is usually performed in a surgical suite or a hospital as an outpatient procedure.

2. Your plastic surgeon will mark your thighs where he plans to make the incision.
2. We will provide sedation or general anesthesia to ensure your comfort.
3. We will create incisions in a discreet area of your thigh.
4. Then, we will remove excess skin and fat and tighten the remaining skin to create a more toned appearance.
5. Finally, we will skillfully close the incisions to minimize scarring.

Inner Thigh Lift

Inner thigh lift involves an incision at the top of the inner thigh, in the crease where the thigh meets the pubic area, so the resulting scars are typically easily hidden by clothing. We will remove fat and trim away extra skin, then shape and tighten the area for a more aesthetic appearance.*

The various thigh lift techniques utilize incisions that are carefully placed to be as discreet as possible.

Upper Medial Thigh Lift

Upper medial thigh lift is indicated when the patient is concerned with the appearance of the upper, inner thigh. We will incise the area beneath the buttock, in the crease, and we may also need to make an incision at the groin or on part of the leg. As with other thigh lift surgeries, the doctor will remove excess fat and skin, then reshape the remaining tissue for the most attractive results.

Medial Thigh Lift

The medial thigh lift is indicated when the patient is concerned with the appearance of the upper, inner thigh.  Your surgeon will incise the area beneath the buttock, in the crease, and he may also need to make an incision at the groin or on part of the leg. As with other thigh lift surgeries, the doctor will remove excess fat and skin, then reshape the remaining tissue for the most attractive results.

Mini Thigh Lift

Mini thigh lift is performed similarly to the upper inner thigh lift, except there is n extension down the upper half of the medial thigh and is best suited for patients who require only a minimal reduction of fat and skin in this area.

Extended Vertical Thigh Lift

The excision extends from the pubic region to the inner knees and sometime across the buttock thigh crease on the posterior thigh. This operation deals with the most extensive thigh skin excess.

Recovery and Healing

After the procedure, you will need to follow the instructions provided during your pre-operative consultation. Generally, you will need assistance with regular daily activities during the first week of recovery. Short walks are important to your recovery, but be careful not to overdo it. Take pain medications as prescribed, and expect swelling, soreness, and bruising. You will need to attend a follow-up visit about one week after your procedure. You should feel ready to return to work within two or three weeks. Although some immediate effects may be evident, the full results should become apparent several months after your procedure.*