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What is a Thigh Lift?
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Thigh Lift
Expert thigh lift procedures tailored for British patients in Antalya
Why Do People Have a Thigh Lift?
Thigh Lift is designed to address several functional and medical concerns and conditions, and can also deliver aesthetic improvement to the thighs:
Medical reasons:
To remove excess skin and tissue following significant weight loss or ageing, which may cause chafing, irritation, or hygiene issues.
To improve comfort and mobility by repositioning the skin and fat, reducing muscle strain.
To reconstruct the thighs following injury or previous surgical complications.Metni buraya yazın...
Aesthetic reasons:
To create smoother, firmer thigh contours that align with overall body proportions.
To enhance comfort and appearance in fitted clothing.
To restore confidence by achieving a more toned and balanced leg profile.
Who is Suitable for a Thigh Lift?
To assess your suitability for Thigh Lift surgery London, your dedicated patient advisor will organise a one to one consultation with the surgeon they have recommended for you. Your surgeon will examine the skin and tissue around your thigh area, listen to your concerns and your desired results.
During your consultation, your surgeon will consider the following factors to assess your suitability for a Thigh Lift:
Your concerns: Thighplasty is suited to patients who are concerned about loose skin and stubborn fat around the circumference of their thighs and who are finding that this is impacting their confidence and quality of life.
Your expectations: Your surgeon will ensure you have realistic, but positive expectations about what Thigh Lift surgery can achieve for you.
Your weight: Thigh Lift surgery is not a weight loss procedure, and your surgeon will ask that you have maintained your ideal weight for 6-12 months ahead of the procedure, and that you have a BMI of less than 30.
Your overall health: Your surgeon will assess any pre-existing medical conditions you have as well as your general health to ensure you are fit and well for a general anaesthetic procedure.
If your surgeon determines that you are suitable for Thigh Lift surgery, they will send your treatment plan through to your patient advisor who will discuss the final quotation and available surgery dates with you. You will then have a mandatory 2-week cooling off period to consider your procedure. During this time you will be able to contact your advisor with any questions, and organise a second consultation with your surgeon.
Benefits of a Thigh Lift
Thigh Lift Surgery is a transformative body contouring procedure which has many benefits, making it highly popular with patients.
Benefits of Thigh Lift surgery that your consultant will discuss with you include:
Toned and smooth thighs: By removing excess skin and stubborn fat deposits, Thigh Lift surgery enhances the tone and contours of the thighs.
Improved bodily proportions: Thigh Lift surgery focuses on symmetry and shape, creating a balanced and proportionate appearance with the rest of the body.
Long-lasting, natural results: Cadogan Clinic’s expert body contouring surgeons are committed to creating results that are complementary to your body’s overall appearance, and bring you long-lasting confidence.Metni buraya yazın...
What is Involved in a Thigh Lift?
Your surgeon will use two surgical techniques to carry out your Thigh Lift procedure and get the best results for you - Thigh Liposuction and skin excision.
Skin excision removes the loose skin hanging down around the thighs. Small incisions are made either on the inside or outside of the thigh, the buttock fold or groin, before the excess skin is removed. The thigh area will then be reshaped to create the desired contours, and the incisions will be sutured closed. Naturally, the excisions will be made in line with your desired results, so an Inner Thigh Lift will have a slightly different focus to an outer or overall lift.
Your surgeon may also recommend combining your Thigh Lift with Liposuction to remove any excess fat and enhance the final contours. The decision to perform Liposuction depends on the balance of excess skin, excess fat and skin laxity along with the results you are hoping for. Your surgeon will detail the exact techniques they feel are best suited for you in your surgical plan.
The Thigh Lift procedure can treat a localised area or can be extended to include the whole thigh. It is performed under general anaesthetic and, where possible, leaves scars hidden under the buttock fold or groin. Your surgeon will explain where your scarring will be and what you can expect from your surgery, as cases of mini Thigh Lift before and after expectations will be different to a 'full' lift.
Your surgeon will also discuss with you in your consultation, how they will make sure your thighs are as symmetrical as possible. It is very normal that patients have a different amount of fat and tissue on each thigh pre-surgery, and your surgeon may use slightly different approaches on each thigh to ensure a final symmetrical result.
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FAQs
What is a thigh lift?
A thigh lift removes excess skin and fat to improve leg contours.
Who is a good candidate?
Ideal candidates have loose skin on their thighs after weight loss or aging.
How long is recovery time?
Recovery usually takes 4 to 6 weeks, with swelling and bruising gradually fading.
Are scars visible?
Scars are placed to be as discreet as possible and fade over time.
Is the procedure painful?
Discomfort is managed with medication and usually lessens quickly.
How soon can I return to normal activities?
Light activities can start within two weeks; full exercise after six weeks.
What is a Thigh Lift?
A Thigh Lift is a surgical procedure designed to remove a surplus of loose leg skin and eliminate fat deposits in the thigh region and restore a proportionate contour and firmer thigh.
The choice of procedure depends on the exact condition (excess loose skin or excess skin and excess fat deposits) but will involve skin excision, or a combination of skin excision and Liposuction.
The procedure is carried out as a day case procedure under general anaesthesia and takes 2 hours.
There is typically bruising for up to 3 weeks with end results at about 3 months.
What does a Thigh Lift consist of?
Typically, the Thigh Lift treatment begins with the patient being put under general anaesthetic. The incision location and technique used will be determined by the specific concerns being treated as well as the amount of skin and fat to be removed. Although the incision site can be anywhere, it is usually made in the groin or inner thigh area to hide the scar. After making the incision, the surgeon will trim away any extra skin and fat before reshaping the remaining tissue and skin to give the area a more toned and contoured appearance.
The surgery could also involve both the excision – cutting away – of extra skin and Liposuction to remove fat. Liposuction is a procedure that removes surplus body fat by using a cannula (a tiny tube) and a suction device. Your surgeon will create small incisions in the skin and then suction away the fat with a cannula. This aids in shaping and contouring the thighs.
The incision site is then sutured closed and bandaged after the procedure. Although recovery times can differ, most patients can anticipate regaining full health in a few weeks.
How long does Thigh Lift surgery take?
Thigh Lift surgery should take two hours. This will depend on the exact nature of your surgery and the techniques your surgeon is using. Your surgeon and patient advisor will discuss your procedure timing with you ahead of your surgery.
Am I a suitable candidate for a Thigh Lift?
You may be suitable for a Thigh Lift if you have:
Loose sagging skin in/around your upper legs
Inelastic, lax thigh skin
Excess fat deposits in your thighs
Unshapely, untoned leg contours
Disproportionate thighs relative to rest of figure
Is Thigh Lift surgery painful?
Thigh Lift surgery is straightforward, safe surgery although you should be aware of all the risks and complications before going ahead with the surgery.
Pain levels will vary depending on the individual, but most patients experience some discomfort and soreness in the days following surgery. The type of Thigh Lift treatment used could also affect how painful the procedure is, with more intrusive procedures typically causing more discomfort.
In order to help you cope with any discomfort, your surgeon can offer you painkillers. They'll also provide you with post-operative advice that you need to follow in order to reduce the possibility of complications like bleeding and infection.
Is there any downtime after Thigh Lift surgery?
We usually advise that you take around two weeks off work following surgery as there will be bruising and swelling which may take around 10 days to subside. We also recommend you do not resume exercise for 4 – 6 weeks.
In the following few weeks, as you heal, smoother skin on the thigh and scars will start to heal.
Our expertise in scarring techniques along with our highly-experienced surgeons ensure a great result, and whilst a Thigh Lift surgery is not an especially painful procedure, you may experience discomfort due to the tight sensation of the skin. Effective pain relief can be provided by your aftercare team should you required it.
If you have undergone Liposuction, you will feel a little bruised and stiff for a few days but there is no restriction on movement. Any dressings can be removed in a couple of days or when they come loose, and stitches removed in a week.
Yоu may соntіnuе tо experience ѕоmе mіld, реrіоdіс dіѕсоmfоrt and ѕwеllіng durіng thіѕ tіmе, but ѕuсh fееlіngѕ аrе nоrmаl. Sеvеrе pain, bleeding or swelling should bе reported tо your surgeon.You will receive more detailed advice from your surgeon ahead of surgery.
How long do Thigh Lifts last?
Although for most patients Thigh Lift results are permanent, weight increase or loss, ageing, and skin flexibility are a few examples of factors that may have an impact on the longevity of your results.
Maintaining a constant weight, engaging in regular exercise, and eating a healthy diet are key to maintaining the results of your Thigh Lift. This is because weight gain or loss might cause the skin to stretch and droop and reverse the effects of the surgery.
Regular exercise and a nutritious diet of fewer calories are both necessary to maintain a steady weight. It can also help you to increase muscle mass, which can aid in keeping the shape and tone of the thighs.
It's also important to note that as we age, our skin's elasticity may decline and collagen may be lost, which could lead to sagging skin or reverse the results of the procedure.
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What questions should I ask during my Thigh Lift consultation?
Your consultation is designed to be the perfect opportunity to ask all the pressing questions that you have to your consultant, ahead of making a decision on surgery. It is vital that you are fully informed before making your final decision, and the consultation is, therefore, a key part of the education and decision-making process.
Some good examples of questions to ask include:
Am I a good candidate for this procedure?
Do you think my goals are realistic given my existing anatomy?
Will I require a single surgery or multiple surgeries?
Can I see some before & after pictures of Thigh Lift procedures you have done previously?
How long will my recovery take?
Is it true that Cadogan offers 24/7 on-call nursing service?
What can I expect in terms of bruising, swelling and scarring?
What are my options if I am unhappy with my results?
How should I prepare for my Thigh Lift surgery?
No special preparation is required although it is generally advisable to do the following before any surgery
Stop smoking. Smoking decreases blood flow in the skin and can slow the healing process. If you smoke, your doctor will recommend that you stop smoking before surgery and during recovery.
Avoid certain medications. You'll likely need to avoid taking aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs and herbal supplements, which can increase bleeding.
Arrange for help during recovery. Make plans for someone to drive you home after you leave the hospital and stay with you for at least the first night of your recovery at home.
When will I start to see results from my Thigh Lift surgery?
You should start to see results in the days following surgery. These will fully start to appear from around the six-week mark once any swelling and bruising has healed and improvements will be ongoing for the first 12 or so months.
Are the results of Thigh Lift surgery permanent?
Your results will be long lasting and permanent so long as you maintain your body weight following surgery.
The ageing process will however continue from your new post-procedure point, and skin laxity will gradually increase over time. The ageing process will start from a far better point, however, so it should be many years before this becomes noticeable again.
What other procedures can Thigh Lift surgery be combined with?
Aside from Liposuction, it's also possible to combine a Thigh Lift surgery with a buttock lift or even a knee lift. On the front of the knee, there are generally two bulges, just below the kneecap on the front on either side on which the fat can be removed if that is something you're concerned about for your overall look. Thigh Lift surgery is performed as a day case, meaning you will be able to return home after the surgery. You can expect to have reasonable mobility back after a few days, and a return to your full daily activities after 6-8 weeks.
Does a Thigh Lift leave a scar?
Yes, a Thigh Lift is likely to leave a scar. The location and length of the scar are dependent upon where the incision is placed and the extent to which skin is removed. Your surgeon will try to hide this in the natural creases and folds of your thigh region.
These scars will heal over time and can heal faster with the use of over the counter treatments. You should expect most scars to be well hidden with particular underwear or clothing.
Where can I expect to see scarring after a Thigh Lift?
The scars from a Thigh Lift are hidden in the groin area and can sometimes extend along the inner thigh. The position and the size of the scars after a Thigh Lift will depend on the location and amount of excess skin that needs to be removed during the procedure. The surgical technique recommended will depend on the degree of skin laxity and anatomy of your skin.
Does a Thigh Lift leave a scar?
Yes, a Thigh Lift is likely to leave a scar. The location and length of the scar are dependent upon where the incision is placed and the extent to which skin is removed. Your surgeon will try to hide this in the natural creases and folds of your thigh region.
These scars will heal over time and can heal faster with the use of over the counter treatments. You should expect most scars to be well hidden with particular underwear or clothing.
Where can I expect to see scarring after a Thigh Lift?
The scars from a Thigh Lift are hidden in the groin area and can sometimes extend along the inner thigh. The position and the size of the scars after a Thigh Lift will depend on the location and amount of excess skin that needs to be removed during the procedure. The surgical technique recommended will depend on the degree of skin laxity and anatomy of your skin.
Where can I see before and after pictures of Thigh Lifts?
You can view Thigh Lift before and after images when you come in to meet with your surgeon.
At your consultation, your consultant will share examples with you of Thigh Lift results they have personally achieved with patients in the past.
Depending on the type of surgery carried out and the healing process of each patient, the recovery time following a Thigh Lift can vary. Most patients can expect to see the full effects of their surgery in 6 weeks with the right attention and care.
You should anticipate some pain, swelling, and bruising in the area of the thigh right after surgery. Your surgeon may recommend medication to help you manage your pain. Compression clothing may also be advised by your surgeon in order to reduce swelling and aid in the healing process.
It’s also important to refrain from heavy lifting and strenuous exercise during the first week after treatment in order to avoid overstressing the thighs stretching the skin and slowing down the healing process. Though it may be recommended to take part in light workouts as prescribed by your surgeon to enhance blood circulation, which can speed up recovery.
We recommend all patients follow their surgeon's post-operative instructions, maintain a nutritious diet, and drink plenty of fluids to promote healing and reduce complications. Smoking should also be avoided as it can hinder the healing process.
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Where can I see before and after pictures of Thigh Lifts?
Patients are often recommended to be at or close to their goal weight before having a Thigh Lift because it is not a weight-loss operation. The technique can, however, help to reshape and contour the thighs, creating the illusion of weight loss. A Thigh Lift can also improve self-confidence and ease concerns about sagging or loose skin.
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