Thigh Lift (Tighplasty)

When the excess fat and skin are not responding to diet and exercise, it may be time to consider having a thigh lift. The removal of stubborn fat and excess skin makes a dramatic change and improves your overall body appearance. Following a thigh lift, your thighs will be firmer as you desired.

What is Thigh Lift?

A thigh lift, or “thighplasty”, is a cosmetic surgery that reduces excess fat and skin from the inner and/or outer thigh areas. This surgical procedure is designed to reshape and improve the appearance of the thighs. The benefit of the thigh lift is not only the tightening of loose skin for a firmer appearance but also improving the overall look and boosting self-confidence. Since most patients find laxity on the thighs and excessive skin unattractive, they prefer to get a thigh lift surgery to achieve a more youthful look and better-proportioned contour of the thighs.

Thigh Lift Techniques

Types of Thigh Lift include:

• Inner (Medial) Thigh Lift

It is designed for patients who desire a small amount of change on the front, back and inner parts of their thigh.

• Outer (Lateral) Thigh Lift

This procedure includes reshaping the buttocks and outer thighs. It is more complex since more tissue needs to be removed.

• Mini Thigh Lift

This technique is only used for the sagging skin on the upper legs.

Who is a Good Candidate for Thigh Lift?

Because of stubborn fat and loose skin on the thighs due to significant weight loss or aging, some people prefer having a thigh lift. If a healthy diet and exercise cannot help you to achieve your body goals, this surgery might be what you are looking for. The ideal patient who has trouble with sagginess on their thighs should be at a steady weight and have realistic expectations and goals. If the patient’s skin elasticity lacks, liposuction can be combined with thigh lift surgery.

Thigh Lift Results and Recovery

Thanks to the developing techniques, the risks in thigh lift surgeries have been minimized. After general anesthesia has been administered, the surgery takes 1-3 hours depending on the thigh lift technique used. Following the surgery, the surgeon may prescribe pain medications to reduce soreness and patients might experience swelling and bruising. Scarring might occur in some patients, however, the scars will fade over time. Patients should wear a compression garment or elastic bandage to reduce swelling and light activities to support blood circulation are recommended. Usually, it takes a week or 10 days to go back to work. Even if the results are immediately visible, when it comes to the final result, patience is the key. Also, since weight fluctuations can affect the results of your thigh lift, maintaining a healthy lifestyle after surgery is crucial.

Thigh Lift Prices in İstanbul

Unlike non-surgical treatments, the long-lasting results and patients’ satisfaction make thigh lift surgery quite popular. The overall price depends on several factors, such as the type of thigh lift that is done and the experience of the plastic surgeon. When performed by a skilled plastic surgeon, thigh lift surgery is safer and the risks are minimal. If you consider getting a thigh lift surgery in Turkey, our highly experienced and skilled plastic surgeons at LydiaMed are waiting for you! All you have to do is to get in touch with us and get a free consultation.