A thigh lift is cosmetic surgery to remove excess skin and fat from the outer and/or inner thighs. It is often recommended after substantial weight loss, or when excess tissue in the upper thighs will not respond to diet and exercise. A thigh lift may also be performed as part of a “mommy makeover” procedure and may be performed in combination with liposuction to recontour the upper thighs.
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Dr. Smith’s training and experience are what set him apart from other surgeons. He is a board-certified plastic surgeon and is one of the surgeons in the nation to have completed fellowships in both aesthetic plastic surgery and craniofacial surgery.
When it comes to his patients’ needs, Dr. Darren Smith is a conservative surgeon. He does not simply jump into surgery but takes all the time he needs to assess the correct approach and build a genuine doctor-patient relationship with you.
You can expect a high level of service at the practice of Dr. Smith. We provide a comfortable, friendly environment, advanced safety protocols, and personalized postoperative care, along with exceptional results.
Your thigh lift surgery may be performed under general anesthesia or intravenous sedation. Incision patterns vary, depending on the degree of correction needed and the areas being treated. Deep sutures within underlying tissues are used to help form and support new thigh contours. Skin sutures are used to close incisions.
Inner thigh lift incisions
In a minimal incision inner thigh lift (for patients with less severe skin laxity) incisions are placed only in the groin area. Another technique places an incision along the inseam through which excess skin is removed from the groin down to the knee. One thigh lift surgical technique involves incisions in the groin that extend downward and wrap around the back of the thigh.
Outer thigh lift incisions
To improve the contours of the outer thigh, incisions may be placed extending from the groin around the hip and across the back. Using advanced techniques, Dr. Smith places incisions in strategic locations where they may be hidden by swimsuits and clothing.
Liposuction is a powerful technique for removing stubborn, excess fat and can
significantly improve the shape of your thighs. It will not, however, treat loose skin. If significant skin laxity is present, loose skin must be directly excised to achieve a smooth thigh contour – this is where a thigh lift comes in. Additionally, liposuction is often performed as part of a thigh lift. Dr. Smith will work with you at your consultation to determine the best approach for your specific needs.
Yes. When you recover from the anesthesia, you will be able to go home the same day. You will need someone with you to drive you home and take care of you for a few days after the procedure. Because of where the incisions are placed, driving should be avoided until you are cleared by Dr. Smith after your thigh lift.
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