Thigh lift (thigh lift) is an invasive cosmetic surgery that removes excess skin and fat from the thigh area. Perhaps the most common reason for thigh lift surgery is to help reshape and smooth the thigh area after losing weight. Some people also opt for the procedure to gain more shape and feel more comfortable wearing swimsuits, shorts, and jeans. If you are considering this procedure after losing weight, doctors recommend that you maintain a stable weight for at least 6 months and that you have already reached your goal weight. This is because weight fluctuations can affect the results after thigh lift surgery.
Why Should It Be Done?
This operation is performed to eliminate the problem of loosening and sagging in the thigh area of the body caused by excessive weight gain or loss or aging.
What are the different types of thigh lifts?
Thigh lift surgeries remove excess skin and fat, but there are different types achieved through different incisions.
Inner (medial) thigh lift
The most common form of this plastic surgery is the medial thigh lift. It addresses sagging skin on your inner thighs with an incision from your groin towards your knee or towards the back of your thigh.
Mini thigh lift
Depending on your individual needs, your surgeon can determine whether you are suitable for a mini thigh lift. This procedure requires fewer incisions than other types of thigh lifts, only involving an incision in your groin area. It works if you just want to focus on your upper-inner thigh.
External (bilateral) thigh lift
The outer thigh lift targets the outer parts of your thighs. The procedure involves an incision that starts in your groin area and then extends towards your hip and waist area.
Vertical thigh stretch
If you want to remove a lot of excess skin from all areas of your thighs, you may want to consider a vertical thigh lift. It requires larger incisions that extend down to your knees. However, your surgeon may not recommend this type of thigh lift due to the higher risk of complications.
Lift with Liposuction
In some cases, the thigh area may have poor skin elasticity. Your surgeon may recommend liposuction in addition to thigh lift surgery to help remove excess fat cells and prevent sagging skin.
Conclusion
In general, you will need a few weeks to recover from thigh lift surgery, so you should plan your work schedule accordingly. You should also avoid heavy lifting and strenuous exercise for at least 6 weeks after your procedure. During this time you will want to elevate your legs as much as possible and you can go outside after a few days. It is normal for ankles to swell as you gradually move. After healing, you may have scars where your surgeon made the incision to remove excess skin around your thighs. However, when performed by an experienced surgeon, the scars should not be too noticeable to others, especially if they are placed in inconspicuous areas.
| Action: | Thigh Lift Surgery |
|---|---|
| Duration: | 1-2 Hours |
| Anesthesia: | General Anesthesia |
| Hospital: | European Approved Hospitals |
| Healing Time: | 1 Month |
| Expected Result: | Tightening of the skin and thigh muscles. Removal of excess tissue around the thigh area. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can liposuction be performed with this surgery?
In patients with a high amount of fat in the thigh area, the operation can be planned in two separate sessions. First, excess fat is removed with liposuction, then the sagging skin is reshaped with thigh lift surgery and thus the operation is completed.
Will there be any scars after thigh lift surgery?
Stitch marks are hidden in body folds such as the groin and remain under underwear. These scars disappear over time.
Can I do sports after surgery?
You can start exercising approximately one month after the surgery.
Does the leg sag again after surgery?
If you gain or lose excessive weight and do not adopt a healthy lifestyle, it is likely that your leg skin will sag again.
What should be done to avoid scarring?
The most important point to avoid scarring is to protect it from infection. It is necessary to regularly dress the open wound. Infection at the wound site delays healing. Significant scarring is likely to develop in the area where infection develops.
What causes inner thigh fat?
Due to factors such as irregular nutrition, excessive weight gain, genetic factors and a sedentary lifestyle, fat is stored in the leg area, which has the longest muscle tissues in the body. With this excessive fat on the legs, the skin layer also stretches and thickens, and as a result, sagging can be observed in the legs.