Thigh Lift
Reshape and Rejuvenate Your Legs
What Is a Thigh Lift?
A thigh lift is a surgical body contouring procedure designed to reshape and tighten the thighs by removing excess skin and fat, improving the overall tone and appearance of the upper legs. It’s an ideal solution for individuals who have experienced significant weight loss, aging, or skin laxity that results in sagging thighs, even with diet and exercise.
By smoothing the contours and reducing bulk, a thigh lift can restore confidence in your appearance—especially in fitted clothing or swimwear—while creating a firmer, more youthful leg profile.
Are You a Good Candidate for a Thigh Lift?
You may be a good candidate for thigh lift surgery if you:
Our board-certified plastic surgeons will evaluate your anatomy, goals, and lifestyle to determine whether a thigh lift, liposuction, or a combination of procedures is best suited to meet your aesthetic needs.
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Why Choose Star Plastic Surgery?
At Star Plastic Surgery, our board-certified surgeons specialize in advanced body contouring procedures. We prioritize patient safety, individualized care, and natural-looking results tailored to your body and goals.
Understanding the Thigh Lift Procedure
A thigh lift is typically performed under general anesthesia and may take two to three hours, depending on the extent of correction.
Inner Thigh Lift
An incision is made along the inner thigh, typically from the groin down toward the knee or along the bikini line. Through this incision, the surgeon removes excess skin and fat, tightens the underlying tissues, and smooths the contour of the thigh.
Outer Thigh Lift
An outer thigh lift involves a more extensive incision, often extending from the groin around the hip and sometimes into the lower back. This approach is typically used in patients with significant skin laxity after major weight loss.
In both techniques, incisions are placed to be as discreet as possible, and the skin is carefully re-draped for a natural, toned result. Liposuction may be used to enhance contouring, and all incisions are closed with layered sutures to promote optimal healing.
Thigh Lift Recovery – What to Expect
Recovery from a thigh lift varies based on the extent of the procedure and your body’s healing process. Most patients can return to light activities within 10 to 14 days.
After surgery, you will wear compression garments to support the healing tissues, reduce swelling, and help your thighs settle into their new contours. Bruising, swelling, and tightness are common during the initial weeks and will gradually subside.
Patients are typically advised to avoid sitting for prolonged periods, strenuous activity, and heavy lifting for at least 4–6 weeks. Walking is encouraged early on to promote circulation and healing.
Final results become more apparent as swelling resolves, with full healing expected over several months. With a stable weight and a healthy lifestyle, results are long-lasting.
Thigh Lift FAQs
Will a thigh lift remove cellulite?
While a thigh lift can improve skin tone and reduce the appearance of cellulite, it is not specifically designed to eliminate it. Smoother skin is often a secondary benefit of removing loose skin and excess fat.
Will I have visible scars?
Yes, scarring is an unavoidable part of thigh lift surgery. However, incisions are carefully placed in areas that can be hidden by clothing or swimsuits, and over time, scars typically fade significantly with proper care.
Can I combine a thigh lift with other procedures?
Absolutely. Many patients choose to combine a thigh lift with procedures such as a tummy tuck, buttock lift, or liposuction for more comprehensive body contouring after weight loss.
Are the results permanent?
The results of a thigh lift can be long-lasting, especially when paired with a stable weight and active lifestyle. However, aging and weight fluctuations can still affect skin tone over time.
When will I see results?
You’ll begin to see improvements within the first few weeks, with final results settling in over 3–6 months as your body continues to heal.