If You're Considering a Thigh Lift...
A thigh lift reshapes the thighs by reducing excess skin, and in some cases fat, resulting in smoother skin and better-proportioned contours of the thighs and lower body. If fitness and weight loss efforts have not achieved your goals for a body that is firmer, more youthful-looking and more proportionate to your overall body image, a surgical thigh lift may be right for you.
Candidates for thigh lift surgery have:
- Body weight that is relatively stable
- Excess tissue along the inner (medial) thigh and/or the outer thigh
- No medical conditions that can impair healing or increase risk of surgery
- Positive outlook and realistic goals for thigh lift surgery
- Commitment healthy lifestyle with good nutrition and fitness
What it won’t do: Thigh lifts are not intended strictly for the removal of excess fat. Liposuction alone can remove excess fat deposits where skin has good elasticity and is able to naturally conform to new body contours. In cases where skin elasticity is poor, a combination of liposuction and thigh lift techniques may be recommended.
While this article provides an overview of the thigh lift procedure, it is best to consult with a board-certified female plastic surgeon about what body contouring technique will work best for you based on your individual goals.
THE PROCESS
What to Expect With a Thigh Lift