Thighplasty
A thighplasty is intended to lift and recontour thigh skin that is unattractively saggy and dimpled. Many candidates for thighplasty have excess skin as a result of weight loss, or simply because of the natural effects of aging. Thighplasty removes lax skin and fat and places the scars in locations that can be hidden within the bikini line. Like any surgical procedure there are risks and benefits that will be discussed at your consultation. Thighplasty is also known as circumferential body lift. Thighplasty is frequently combined with abdominoplasty, sometimes done at the same time, but more often as separate procedures. Procedure:
A thigh lift is a surgical operation that
will take place under a general anesthetic. The procedure usually lasts
about three hours. The surgeon will make a oval-shaped incision at the top of the thigh and remove a section of skin and any surplus fat. They will then pull the remaining skin together and stitch it into place. You will be required to stay overnight in hospital as movement will be minimal initially. You will need 1-2 weeks off work to rest and a high standard of hygiene will be important whilst the area is healing to prevent infection. Sutures will be removed at 7-14 days and you will be required to wear a supporting garment to ensure a smooth result. Thigh lifts can also be performed using “suture” or “threadlift” techniques. This involves the placement of sutures or threads with tiny “teeth” into the thigh through a small insertion. The threads are pulled upwards and secured, and the insertion is stitched shut. Recovery:
Patients return home with a compression
garment to assist with swelling and skin tightening
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