How is a thigh lift performed?

 

What is a thigh lift?

Thigh lift or thigh plastic surgery is a major cosmetic surgery that removes excess skin and fat from the thigh area. Thigh lifts can carry a variety of risks, especially for people with underlying diseases.

If you have just lost weight in the thigh area, you may be looking for a way to help your legs get smoother and firmer. For some people, a thigh lift may be a solution to remove excess sagging thigh skin.

Perhaps the most important reason for a hip lift is to help deform and smooth the skin of the thigh area after weight loss. Some people also choose this method to get more beautiful and feel better in wearing swimsuits, shorts and jeans. If you consider this method after losing weight, doctors recommend that you have a stable weight for at least six months and have already reached your ideal weight; Because weight changes can affect the results of surgery.

Thigh surgery removes excess skin and fat, but different methods can be done through separate incisions. Your doctor will help you choose the best surgery to meet your individual needs. There are different types of hip lifts that are:

Internal thigh lift

An internal thigh lift is the most common form of this cosmetic surgery. In this procedure, the surgeon removes the sagging skin of the thigh by making an incision in the groin down to the knee or toward the back of the thigh.

Mini thigh lift

Depending on individual needs, the surgeon may choose to have a mini thigh lift. This method requires fewer incisions than other hip lifts and only involves incisions in the groin area. If you only want surgery on your upper thigh, a mini thigh lift works better.

External thigh lift (two-way)

External thigh lift shows the outer parts of the thigh. This procedure involves an incision that starts at the groin, then extends outward to the thighs and lower back.

Vertical thigh lift

If you are looking to remove a lot of extra skin on all areas of your thigh, you may want to consider a vertical thigh lift. This surgery requires larger incisions that extend to the knees. The surgeon may not recommend this type of thigh lift due to the high risks and complications.

Thigh lift with liposuction

In some cases, the thigh area may not be skin elastic. In this situation, the surgeon can recommend liposuction in addition to thigh lift surgery to remove excess fat cells and prevent sagging skin.

Who is the ideal candidate for thigh plastic surgery?

Following significant weight loss or ageing, the skin around the thighs and outside of the thighs may become sagging and uneven. Many men and women want to improve the shape and symmetry of their thighs. Thigh lift surgery may be a potential option for these concerns and restore youthful lines in the lower torso. Ideal candidates for a hip lift include:

• They have a constant weight.
• They have extra cellulite and extra fat in the thighs.
• Have an optimistic outlook and be emotionally ready for surgery.
• Can commit to a healthy lifestyle in terms of exercise and diet
• Non-smokers are free of smoke and nicotine for at least six weeks before surgery.
• They have extra soft tissue in the outer and inner thighs (which exercise cannot remove).

However, thigh lift surgery is not a good option for everyone. This is not a weight-loss method. Before considering surgery, you should try a healthy diet and exercise.

The best surgical procedure for a hip lift depends on the amount of skin and excess fat, the looseness of the skin, and the results you want.