Thigh Lift
Description
- Excess skin and fat is removed to reshape the thighs
- Typically combined with liposuction to reduce the amount of fat and allow for more skin excision and improved contour.
- Scar placement varies depending on the patients anatomy and concerns: hidden in the groin crease and or along the medial aspect of the thigh
Benefits
- Smoother skin and better proportioned contours of the thighs and lower body
- More youthful-looking and more proportionate thighs in relation to the overall body
- Remove excess hanging skin from massive weight loss
- Eliminate irritation from thighs rubbing together
- Look better in your yoga pants
Ideal Candidate
- Weight is relatively stable and close to ideal body weight
- Excess soft tissue along the inner thigh region and/or outer thigh
Consultation
- During your consultation, Dr. Cho will assess your current medical history, including medications, vitamins and herbal supplements you take, alcohol, tobacco, and drug use.
- Evaluate your general health status and any pre-existing health conditions or risk factors
- Examine and measure your body, this may include detailed body measurements
- Take photographs for your medical records
- Discuss your surgical goals
- Recommend a course of treatment
- Discuss the likely outcomes of your thigh lift surgery, risks, or potential complications
Recovery
- After surgery, you will have dressings/bandages applied to the incisions
- Drains may be in place that look like small thin tubes that will drain any excess blood or fluid that may collect. You will be taught how to maintain and empty these and keep an accurate record of the drainage.
- You may have to wear a support garment following your surgery that should be worn around-the-clock until you follow-up with Dr. Cho. She will then instruct you on how much longer you need to wear the garment.
- You will be given instructions on how to care for the surgical sites after surgery, and how to take medications to reduce pain and risks of infection.
- It is important that the surgical incisions are not subjected to excessive force, swelling, abrasion or motion during the time of healing.
Pre- and Post-Op Care
- Do not take any blood thinning medications for 1 week before surgery: these include aspirin, NSAIDs, ibuprofen/motrin, naproxen. Also avoid any herbal supplements or vitamins which can prolong bleeding.
- Do not smoke or vape or take nicotine-containing products before or after your surgery as they can impair the healing process.
- You will typically be allowed to sponge bathe, but do not shower until the drains come out or until cleared by Dr. Cho
- Wear your binder/compression garments at all times if possible.
- Take medications as directed.
- Avoid heavy lifting as directed by your surgeon.
- Come to all postoperative visits as scheduled.
Surgery is a big decision.
We are here to answer any questions you have and help you determine the right choice for you. If you are considering surgery, please schedule a consultation with Dr. Cho today. She would be honored to discuss your goals and help you achieve the look you desire.