Thigh Lift

Thigh Lift

For patients who have moderate to significant skin laxity and extra fat in the upper thigh area, caused either from weight loss or aging, liposuction alone will not provide the toned thighs that they desire. A thigh lift is designed to remove excess skin and fat to result in a tighter upper leg with a beautiful curve. The type of thigh lift that you have will depend on your current body situation and how much fat and skin must be excised for optimal results.

Inner (Medial) Thigh Lift

The medial thigh lift involves a minimal incision made only in the groin area, down the crease where the thigh meets the pubic area. It is most appropriate for patients with mild excess skin and fat in the inner thigh. Though it is performed with a small incision, the medial thigh lift is an effective procedure that results in skin tightening and excess fat removal, while the remaining scar is easily covered by a bathing suit or undergarments.

Outer (Posterior) Thigh Lift

A posterior thigh lift is recommended for patients with moderate to significant skin laxity and excess fat in the thigh, especially for patients who have lost weight. The incision in an outer thigh lift runs from the groin around the thigh to the outside of the hip. The extra skin and fat is excised and the thigh is lifted into place using internal deep support sutures and external sutures to close the incision. The incisions can be placed with your preferred bathing suit in mind so that remaining scars are hidden.

Lower Body Lift

The lower body lift is designed for patients who have lost great amounts of weight have been left with layers of sagging skin that will never be able to retract naturally. This procedure treats the abdomen, buttocks, and thighs effectively with two incisions and one scar. Excess skin and fat are removed from the waistline, essentially excising a “belt” of skin and fat. With the extra tissue out of the way, the buttocks and thighs are lifted and the skin in the abdomen is stretched downward, correcting stretch marks and providing a much flatter tummy.