Thigh Lift
As we age, or following significant weight loss, the skin and soft tissues in the thigh area may become saggy. This often results in excess skin, chafing on the inner thighs and a change in body contour. A thigh lift (cruroplasty) removes excess skin and specifically tightens the tissue to improve the contour of the thighs. This results in a more harmonious, defined body silhouette with a natural appearance.
Duration of the procedure
2 hours
Anaesthesia
Twilight sleep or general anesthesia
Stay
Outpatient or inpatient with 1 overnight stay
Post treatment
Sutures removed after 2 weeks, compression trousers for 6 weeks
Recovery time
1 to 2 weeks
Key Information
Well-defined, toned thighs; a harmonious body silhouette
Consultation
During a personal consultation, we will analyse your skin quality, excess skin and your individual body proportions. Together, we will discuss your wishes and decide on the most suitable skin tightening technique. I will provide you with comprehensive information about the procedure, the course of scarring, potential risks and the realistic results you can expect.
Preparation
It is essential that you have reached your healthy target weight before undergoing body contouring surgery such as a thigh lift. To ensure optimal wound healing, you should stop smoking around four weeks before the operation. Blood-thinning medication should be stopped or adjusted a few days before the procedure, following consultation with your doctor.
Surgery / Injection
Before the operation, the areas of excess skin and fat are precisely marked whilst the patient is standing, so that the final contour, symmetry and scar placement can be optimally planned. Excess skin and fatty tissue are then selectively removed and the thigh contour tightened. The incisions are made as inconspicuously as possible along the inner thighs and/or in the groin, so that the scars are discreet once healed. A thigh lift is almost always combined with liposuction to further harmonise the contours and achieve the most natural, long-lasting result possible.
Aftercare
After the operation, you will either go home or stay with us overnight for observation. Afterwards, you should allow your body 1 to 2 weeks to recover. Most patients are back to their normal social lives after 2 weeks. We recommend consistent sun protection whilst you are healing.
Result
Toned, well-defined thighs with a harmonious contour and discreet scars.