EVOLV Plastic Surgery and Medical Aesthetics offers many state of the art non surgical options in addition to cosmetic surgery that can reduce fat and tighten skin. If you have minor fatty and skin excess and laxity, Vanquish ME and Exilis Ultra are research proven, FDA-cleared options for non-invasive office treatment. Vaser Liposelection and Renuvion JPlasma can effectively remove fat deposits, tighten tissue, and improve shape without larger surgical incisions and recovery times. An examination and discussion of your goals with Dr. Barone is the most effective way to determine your best option.
Thigh Lift
A thigh lift, also known as thighplasty, is an aesthetic surgical procedure that reshapes and contours the thighs by reducing excess skin and fat and repositioning the tissue to a youthful contour.
A thigh lift by Dr. Frank Barone in Toledo, Ohio may involve the outer thighs and hips (lateral thighplasty), the inner thighs (medical thighplasty) or the entire upper leg (circumferential thighplasty). A thighplasty may also be incorporated into a body lift procedure.
THE PROCEDURE
What It Is
The upper legs and hips may lose their youthful shape with aging, weight gain, or loss. The accumulation of excess fat and cellulite on the outer thighs and hips (‘saddle bag’ area), inner thighs and knees along with sagging tissues and loss of skin elasticity from sun exposure and aging are common and frustrating problems for many patients. Although exercise and muscle toning along with medical skin care is always helpful and recommended, the surgical thigh lift combined with liposuction for excess fat removal remains the most effective and long-lasting option for restoring a natural and more youthful contour to the upper legs, thighs, and hips and reducing cellulite.
What It Treats
- Loose and sagging inner and outer thigh tissue
- Disproportion and imbalance of the upper legs and lower hips
- Excess skin and fatty deposits of the upper legs
- Often combined with a tummy tuck or body lift for more comprehensive benefits and cost efficiency
- Cellulite of the thighs and buttocks
Benefits
- Younger Appearance: Restores an attractive and younger contour to the thighs and lower hips.
- Supports Deep Tissues: Repositions and supports the skin and deeper tissue of the thighs.
- Removes Unwanted Fat: Removes excess fatty collections in the legs and tightens loose tissue.
- Reduces Cellulite: Reduces cellulite of the thighs and buttocks.
- Compatible with Other Treatments: Lesser fat deposits with minimal skin laxity can be treated with non-invasive office procedures like Vanquish ME and Exilis Ultra, or less invasive non-surgical options like Vaser Liposuction and Renuvion JPlasma skin tightening without longer surgical incisions if skin and tissue laxity are limited.
OVERVIEW
Treatment Time
4 – 6 hours
Recovery Time
3 – 4 weeks
Anesthetic Type
General
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I improve sagging skin of the thighs and hips without surgery?
How much does a thigh lift surgery usually cost?
Thigh lift or thighplasty costs will depend on several factors including the extent of the surgery, whether or not other ancillary procedures are planned, the surgical facility and anesthesia. You will be provided with a specific and itemized surgical quote from our EVOLV Patient Coordinator explaining and detailing all related costs.
Are all thigh lift procedures basically the same?
Not at all. Techniques and approach can vary significantly depending on the training and experience of the board-certified plastic surgeon. Dr. Barone prefers a different surgical technique that repositions tissue and uses the deep fascia for anchoring and support instead of simple skin resection techniques. Although less time consuming and less expensive, ’skin only’ resection techniques do not last and often stretch back unlike the fascial suspension which has more longevity and less skin tension. Dr. Barone also believes that a more comprehensive approach involving repositioning and deep support of aging tissue, minimizing visible scars, combined with balanced removal of excess fat rather than ’skin pulling techniques’ are the most effective methods to restore a long-lasting, balanced, and youthful appearance without an ‘operated’ or unnatural look.
What is the expected recovery time after a thigh lift?
Recovery or downtime after a thigh lift procedure in Toledo will depend on the surgical technique and the number and extent of accompanying procedures as well as patient age and this should be individualized. It is helpful to remember that ‘recovery’ is a process and progresses thru stages. In general, operative procedures on the legs will involve more prolonged swelling and recovery. At EVOLV Plastic Surgery we have found that preparing and restoring optimal skin health with a personalized medical skin care program as well as specific supplements for healing, in addition to post operative lymphatic and sound wave massage, and LED phototherapy can significantly reduce downtime and improve healing and results. Our professional staff will review expected recovery times with you to assist with your post procedure planning.
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