Thigh Lift(Thigh contouring)
The thigh lift is a cosmetic surgery procedure designed to tighten the skin of the thigh and reduce sagging in its inner or outer sides. If you are wondering what an inner thigh lift can do for you, simply stand in front of a mirror and pinch the skin of your inner thigh so that you lift the skin towards your groin. This approximates what the result will be after the procedure.
Candidacy
- If the skin of the inner thigh sags or is droopy, a thigh lift is ideal as it will tighten up the skin and smoothen the contour of the inner thigh.
- Patients who have lost a lot of weight are also ideal candidates for an inner thigh lift, usually done in combination with other cosmetic surgery procedures.
- When the skin of the outer thigh sags, it is usually in conjunction with the buttocks. In this case, the outer thigh lift is performed together with a buttocks lift.
Procedure
- Anaesthesia: It is done under general anaesthesia.
- Duration of the procedure: It takes about 2–3 hours for the procedure.
- Incision: In the technique, the incision is placed in the hidden areas i.e. in the groin, extending down words, wrapping around the back of the thigh.
The underlying tissue matrix will be reshaped and tightened, and skin will be reduced and re-draped resulting in a more proportionate and smoother body contour. You may qualify for a minimal incision medial thigh lift which involves an incision only in the groin area. Dr. Sharma will determine what is appropriate.
Inpatient/Outpatient Procedure
It is an inpatient procedure. The patient will be required to stay for 2 to 3 days.
- The client can get back to work in 3-4 weeks
- Light activity can be started within 1 week
- Strenuous activity can be performed after 4–6 weeks
The results are immediately visible. The benefit stays for 5-7 years.
Schedule a Consultation
To schedule a private consultation please call us or request an appointment with Dr. Sandeep Sharma and one of our assistants will be happy to help you.