Thigh Lift
Thighplasty
A Thigh Lift, or thighplasty, reshapes the contour of either the inner or outer thighs by removing excess fat and skin to form a well-proportioned, natural appearance. Depending on individual circumstances, an inner, vertical, or outer thigh lift approach will dictate the number and location of incisions required.
Who is a Candidate for a Thigh Lift?
- A person who has been unable to achieve the appearance they desire through exercise and diet, and has loose or sagging skin in the thighs
- A person who is in good physical health
- A person whose weight is stable
Intended Results of a Thigh Lift
- Although it takes several months for your body to fully recover, the results of your thighplasty surgery will be immediately apparent.
- The excess skin and fat will be replaced by smooth, well-contoured thighs.
- There will be some visible scars.
Procedure Description for a Thigh Lift
- Dr Tran performs this surgery under General Anesthesia in a licensed and accredited hospital, and is aided by liposuction.
- The incision is usually made on the inside of the thigh, or in the groin increase, or both depending on the amount of fat and skin.
- The contour of the thighs will be shaped.
- The incisions are closed with absorbable sutures.
- Waterproof dressings are applied as well as compression dressings.
Healing and Recovery for a Thigh Lift
- Your incisions will be dressed and bandaged.
- After then initial swelling and bruising subsides, the results will be immediately visible.
- It can take up to 6-12 months for 100% of the oedema to completely subside.
- Surgical incision scars tend to improve for a little over a year.
- Dr Tran may recommend massage or lymph drainage therapy
Notes
- The specific risks and the suitability of this procedure for a given individual can be determined only at the time of consultation with Dr Tran. All surgical procedures have some degree of risk. Minor complications that do not affect the outcome occur occasionally. Major complications are rare, however, one should realise that a thighplasty can be a fairly extensive surgery and may require an extended time to recover.