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Improving the contour and
appearance of the medial thigh may
require the removal of skin and
subcutaneous tissue from the inner
aspect of the thigh. This is usually
combined with liposuction. The incisions
for this procedure are hidden in the
groin. It is often performed in
conjunction with abdominoplasty, and
usually requires an overnight stay in
hospital. Older patients, in whom the
skin cannot be relied upon to retract,
may be suited to this procedure, in
conjunction with liposuction.
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. This surgery 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. The Ideal Candidate Candidates for thigh lift are:
The Surgery
One common technique used for a thigh lift places incisions in the groin, extending downward wrapping around the back of the thigh. The underlying tissue matrix will be reshaped and tightened, and skin will be reduced and redraped resulting in more proportionate and smoother body contours. You may qualify for a minimal incision medial thigh lift which involves an incision only in the groin area. Your surgeon will determine what’s appropriate. Deep support sutures within underlying tissues help to form the newly shaped contours. Sutures close the skin incisions.
Medial Thigh Lift Improving the contours of the outer thigh may require an incision extending from the groin around the hip. Through these incisions your plastic surgeon will tighten tissues for a smoother, better-toned lower body contour. Advanced techniques usually allow incisions to be placed in strategic locations where they can be hidden by most types of clothing and swimsuits. However, incisions may be extensive. Recovery When your procedure is completed, dressing or bandages may be applied to your incisions, and you may be wrapped in an elastic bandage or a compression garment to minimize swelling and to support your new contours as you heal. One or more small, thin tubes may be temporarily placed under the skin to drain excess fluid or blood that may collect. The Results The smoother tighter contouring that result from a thigh lift are apparent almost immediately, although initially obscured by some swelling and bruising. You may be required to wear a compression garment for several weeks following your procedure to minimize swelling and support the tissues as they heal. Following a thigh lift, skin quality is dramatically improved both in appearance and feel.
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Incision
patterns vary based on the area or areas
to be treated, degree of correction and
patient and surgeon preference.
