THIGH
LIFT
What is Thigh Lift?
Thigh lift is a surgical procedure that is performed to
eliminate loose and excessive, or hanging, skin surrounding
your thighs and buttocks (Buttock Lift). As a result, skin
is firmed up and its appearance and texture are improved.
Excessive skin in the thigh and buttock area may be a
product of prolonged weight loss. Thigh Lift is one way of
removing dimpled appearance of the thigh that cellulite
brings. This irregular dimpling of the skin that usually
appears on the thighs, hips, and waists of women and men
alike is due to loss of elasticity of skin and bulging of
underlying superficial fat pockets.
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Effects of Thigh Lift
Aside from cosmetic benefits, Thigh Lift also relieves
rashes on the undersurface of thighs caused by moisture.
Thigh Lift operation is normally done in extreme cases where
massive amounts of weight have been lost. Thigh Lift
beautifies weight loss and gives you smooth, firm, and
shapely thighs that you can strut in a sexy bathing suit.
Thigh
Lift can bring you wonders when it comes to having a close
to perfect figure. This procedure is successful in most of
the candidates with minimum chances of complications. With
maintained weight, Thigh Lift will give you well contoured
and shapely figure forever. But of course, the natural
changes brought about by aging are inevitable.
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Candidates for Thigh Lift
Anyone who has experienced a loss of skin elasticity of the
thigh, hip, or buttock areas may be a candidate for
Thighplasty. This procedure is also best if your skin
in the thigh area is saggy, has an orange peel, flabby
and/or dimpled appearance.
The purpose of the Thigh Lift is to produce tighter, more
attractive thigh and buttock skin with improved contours, as
well as reduce irregularities in skin surface. If you are
conscious of your lower body, Thigh Lift may just be the
answer.
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Your
Consultation
BHMG’s Certified Surgeon will evaluate your condition,
assess your health, and discuss with you the suitability of
the Thigh Lift during your pre-operative consultation. You
will be informed of the specific risks of this procedure as
well as its benefits.
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The Thigh Lift
Procedure
The Thigh Lift is performed using general anesthesia on an
outpatient basis. No prior hospitalization is required.
Below are the different types of thigh lift procedures:
Inner
Thigh Lift
(Medial
Thigh Lift)
Smaller incisions are done extending from the inner groin
crease in the region of the buttock crease.
Outer
Thigh Lift
Outer Thigh Lift requires much extensive incisions. A
combination of Thigh and Buttock Lift involves a much longer
incision that begins in the buttock crease, extends around
the groin, up over the side of the abdomen, over the flank
and across the back.
The Thigh Lift procedure comprises of shaving off the extra
skin high up on the side of the thigh and buttocks and
removing excess fat beneath it.
Liposuction
Circumferential Liposuction of the thigh, also named as
Thigh Liposculpture, is another attractive and effective way
to eliminating extra fat on your thighs. But it will not
get rid of the hanging, sagging skin on your thighs. Thigh
Lift is by and large performed in combination with
Circumferential Liposuction/Liposculpture.
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Recovery
Your Thighs will be positioned
in a compression garment or dressing to minimize swelling
and help in the natural shrinking of the skin, following
Thigh Lift procedure. Occasions of bruising, swelling, and
pain might occur but will subside in about a month after
Thigh Lift surgery. You will be advised not to do any
strenuous activities for the next 4 to 6 weeks after having
the procedure. Also, sitting for long periods of time
will be prohibited because this will increase tension on the
stitches. You will be able to continue your daily
activities with 4 to 6 weeks following Thigh Lift surgery.
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Risks
Major
complications after having done Thigh Lift surgery are rare.
However, there is likelihood that the following minor
post-operative complications may take place, which do not
affect the outcome of the Thigh Lift procedure. Some of the
risks are bruising, swelling, pain, bleeding, infection at
the incision site, delayed healing of scars, and allergic
reaction to anesthesia.
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Frequently Asked
Questions
Q: What are the types of Thigh Lift procedure?
A: Thigh
Lift procedure has two kinds: Inner Thigh Lift (Medial Thigh
Lift) and Outer Thigh Lift (Lateral Thigh Lift). With the
Inner Thigh Lift process, the incision is made in the inner
thigh hidden in the groin crease. On the other hand, Outer
Thigh Lift, which also includes a Buttock Lift, has the
incision made extending from the groin all the way to the
back.
Q:
What can I expect from a Thigh Lift?
A: When
undergoing Thigh Lift, your expectations need to be
realistic. Most likely, patients are pleased with the
outcome and find that they have smaller and firmer thighs.
Q: How
do I prepare for the Thigh Lift procedure?
A: There
is no need for hospitalization when having this procedure as
it is only performed on an outpatient basis. However,
general anesthesia is used to reduce pain and discomfort
caused by the procedure. Your physician will ask you to sign
a consent form to perform the procedure of Thigh Lift. It
is imperative that you wear loose clothing when going in for
Thigh Lift. Have someone to bring you home after the
procedure and to help you around the house for the next
couple of days.
Q: How
long does a Thigh Lift take?
A:
Normally, it takes about 3 hours for the whole procedure and
it is done under general anesthesia. Patients may have the
option to spend their first night in an overnight facility
or go home the same day.
Q:
What can I expect during my recovery period?
A:
Patients may expect bruising and swelling, as well as a
tight feeling in the thighs. In general, stitches are
removed within a week after surgery, although deeper sutures
may take 2 to 3 weeks. Patients are advised to wear a
support garment for a few weeks to reduce swelling and will
need to take antibiotics to prevent infection. Swelling
will subside after three weeks or so. Also, patients are
prohibited to do strenuous activities for a month or so.
Q: How
long is the recovery time from Thigh Lift surgery?
A:
Recovery period varies, depending on the patient. usually,
patients are able to go back to work 2 or 3 weeks after
surgery. Four to five post-operative office visits are
required.
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