The upper inner thighs are prone to losing elasticity with age, weight fluctuations, and genetics, leading to sagging skin and soft tissue. A thigh lift removes excess skin and fat to create a smoother, more toned contour.
What Is a Thigh Lift?
A thigh lift typically combines:
- Liposuction to reduce excess fat in the thighs
- Excision of excess skin to tighten and reshape the inner thigh
The goal is to restore firmer, more youthful-looking thighs that enhance body proportions and improve comfort in clothing.
Types of Thigh Lifts
There are two main techniques, chosen based on the distribution of skin laxity:
- Medial Thigh Lift: Involves an incision in the groin crease, best for patients with mild to moderate skin laxity in the upper inner thigh.
- Medial Thigh Lift with Vertical Incision: Extends the incision down the inner thigh, allowing removal of more significant skin laxity along the length of the thigh.
During consultation, Dr. Nelson will determine which approach is best suited to your anatomy and goals.
Benefits of a Thigh Lift
- Removes loose, sagging skin from the inner thighs
- Reduces fat deposits for a slimmer contour
- Improves skin tone and thigh proportion
- Enhances confidence in shorts, skirts, and swimwear
Recovery and Results
Most patients return to light activity within 1–2 weeks, with strenuous exercise delayed for 4–6 weeks. Swelling and bruising improve gradually, and final results become more refined over several months. Scars are placed as discreetly as possible, either in the groin crease or along the inner thigh.
Schedule Your Consultation
If sagging inner thigh skin is affecting your confidence, a thigh lift may be the right solution. Call Tulsa Surgical Arts at 918-392-0880 or [submit a consult request online] to schedule your consultation with Dr. Chase Nelson.
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