Thighlift Procedure Description
Thighlift surgery removes improves the appearance of the inner thighs by removing excess skin fat tissue from the inner thighs and advancing and tightening the skin. Patients often elect to have this surgery after they have lost a significant amount weight and have excess skin in the inner thighs with a small amount of excess fat.
Thighlift Surgery and Recovery
The thighlift procedure is performed under general anesthesia and patients go home the same day. Recovery time is 7-10 days for most of the discomfort to subside, and 3-6 weeks until vigorous exercise can begin. A long curved scar is placed at the upper aspect of the inner thighs, and takes 6-12 months to mature.