Thigh Lift

Fortunately, plastic surgery offers an effective solution to this persistent problem in the form of thigh-lift. In fact, it is an excellent way to achieve firmer and more attractive thighs. This body-contouring procedure is also very effective on people who suffer from loose excess skin as a result of weight reduction. A thigh-lift (or thighplasty) involves removing excess skin, fat and tissue in order to tone and refine the thighs from either the inner or outer thighs. The result is smoother skin and better-proportioned contours of the thigh and lower body.

Procedure

Double chin liposuction is performed under local anesthesia, rarely general anesthesia may be required. The doctor marks where the fat is to be removed.Next, the incisions are made through which a small steel cannula is inserted. A gentle backand forth motion is made to break up the fat cells. Vacuum suction is used to removethe fat and smoothen the skin surface.In cases where submentoplasty is being performed, smaller incisions are made to tighten the underlying muscles and cut the loose skin.

It is time to consider a thigh-lift surgery:

• If you want your thighs to have a better, more proportional contour and a firmer look and feel
• If you have undergone bariatric surgery or massive weight loss
• If you are distressed about loose, flabby skin on your thighs
• If you have difficulty fitting into clothing because of heavy thighs

However, there are multiple procedures available to plastic surgeons which allow them to tailor-make the thigh-lift procedure to suit the precise needs of each individual patient. Your surgeon will zero in on an ideal procedure after a thorough consultation that suits your unique needs and goals, so you can have those coveted legs.

Advantages of thigh-lift:

• Clothing and swimwear will fit better
• Your body will appear more shapely and proportional
  Your thighs will be firmer and more youthful, with a curvaceous appearance

Are you a good candidate for thigh-lift?The following are some of the reasons due to which you may consider a thigh-lift:

Because of aging, there is sagging of skin and cellulite on your thighs Your weight-reduction program had yielded the desired result and you now desire a shapely thigh that gels with your overall toned figureIll-fitting clothes due to heavier thighsYour thighs make you feel self-conscious and you want to regain your self-confidence

Preoperative consultation:

Once you have made up your mind to have a thigh-lift, first thing that you should do is to fix up a consultation with a plastic surgeon. Be candid in the consultation and tell him/her what you expect out of a thigh-lift. The surgeon will ask a detailed past medical history of yours. You should be frank with the doctor and inform him/her if you are on any medications, if you are allergic to any medications, if you have already undergone any surgery etc. The surgeon will conduct a thorough physical examination of the thigh and if you are deemed fit for the proceduresome photographs of the thigh may also be taken for medical records and pre-and-post surgery comparison purposes.

Thigh-lift procedure:

Anesthetic medications are administered during the procedure. The options are local anesthesia and general anesthesia. Your anesthetist will administer the type of anesthesia after consultation with your surgeon.

The incision type differs in accordance with the areas to be treated and degree of correction. Onemethod used for a thigh-lift makes an incision in the groin, extending downwards and wrapping around the back of the thigh. Another technique removes excess skin from the groin, down to the knee using an incision. You may also have a minimal incision inner thigh-lift that involves an incision only in the groin area. In fact, it is upto the plastic surgeon to decide the type of incision.
Deep sutures within the underlying tissues help to form and support the newly-shaped contours. Sutures, skin adhesive tapes or clips may be used to close the skin incisions.

Recovery after the procedure:

Your surgeon will tell you how long it will be before you can return to your normal level of activities. After surgery, you will be given detailed instructions about your post-operative care, including information about drains, if they have been placed, normal symptoms you will experience and potential signs of complications

Though you can see the new smooth contours of your thighs immediately after the procedure, there will be a period of bruising, swelling and soreness which will go away soon. It is essential to follow the follow-up care instructions given by the surgeon which may include information about wearing compression garments, care of your drains, taking an antibiotic, and the level and type of activity that you can safely carry out. You will also be informed about normal symptomsand signs of complications. It is important to understand that amount of time taken for recovery varies greatly among individuals.

If you are in good health, have an upbeat attitude and realistic expectations, you are most likely to be a good candidate for a thigh-lift. It will be advised that you maintain a healthy lifestyle andan ideal height-weight ratio to maintain the result all through. Rest assured, thigh-lift can help you achieve youthful thigh contours you desire, that is why it is an integral part of mommy-makeover procedure.