Thigh Lift in Brookline
Once excess fat and skin accumulate on your inner and outer thighs, it becomes one of the most difficult areas of the body to firm and tone. Oftentimes, even with proper diet and exercise, the thigh area may never respond as you wish it would to the excess skin that has lost its elasticity. At Darrow Plastic Surgery, thigh lift surgery in Brookline, MA, addresses this issue by removing unwanted skin and tightening the area to improve the contours of the upper legs.
What Is a Thigh Lift?
A thigh lift, or thighplasty, is a surgical procedure that removes loose skin and excess fat from the inner or outer thighs. This operation targets areas where skin elasticity has diminished, resulting in sagging or wrinkling. By trimming and repositioning tissues, the procedure creates a firmer and smoother thigh appearance. It differs from liposuction, which only removes fat and does not address excess skin.
Benefits of a Thigh Lift
Undergoing a thigh lift offers several advantages:
- Reduction of loose skin, resulting in more toned leg contours
- Improved fit and comfort in clothing due to reduced thigh volume and sagging
- Decrease in skin irritation or chafing commonly caused by excess skin
- Enhanced balance and proportionality between the thighs and the rest of the body
Ideal Candidates for Thigh Lift
The thigh lift may be right for those who:
- Do not have dramatic fluctuations in weight, and whose weight is relatively balanced
- Have excess fat and skin in the areas of the inner and outer thigh and lower body
- Are generally healthy and have no pre-existing medical conditions or illness
- Do not smoke
- Have realistic expectations of the procedure and are committed to a healthy lifestyle, including proper diet and exercise
As with any cosmetic enhancement surgery, you should first consider your motivations for surgery to be sure that you’re choosing surgery for yourself and not to fulfill someone else’s desires or expectations of you or your body. It is a personal matter, and any decision for surgery should come after careful consideration of all the facts and emotions involved.
As stated before, you should consider the thigh lift procedure after you’ve reached your weight loss goals. Significant weight loss after the procedure could adversely affect your results, such as additional loose, sagging skin.
Your Thigh Lift Consultation
To create the best possible results from your thigh lift surgery, you need to consult with your surgeon to discuss your desires and expectations and how the thigh lift surgery will impact your health, lifestyle, and general well-being. It is a good idea to prepare by considering the following before your consultation:
- General medical history, including the results of laboratory work and past surgeries
- A detailed account of current prescription medications, supplements (vitamins or others) that you take
- Any use of tobacco or other drugs
- What are your motivations for surgery? What are your expectations?
What to Expect from the Procedure
Thigh lift surgery is usually performed under general anesthesia and takes approximately two to four hours. Depending on the extent of correction needed, Dr. Darrow will strategically create incisions along the groin or inner thigh. Excess skin and fat are removed, and underlying tissue is tightened before the incisions are closed with sutures.
The precise technique depends on whether the patient requires an inner thigh lift, outer thigh lift, or a combination. Dr. Darrow develops a surgical plan tailored to each patient’s anatomy to optimize contouring outcomes.
Recovery After Thigh Lift Surgery
Initial recovery from thigh lift surgery includes managing swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort, usually lasting one week. Patients are advised to limit physical activity during this time. Between weeks two and four, gradual resumption of daily activities is common, with light exercise often permitted after four to six weeks. Incision sites will require care to minimize complications and support healing.
Thigh Lift Surgery Cost
The cost of thigh lift surgery in Brookline, MA, varies based on the complexity of the procedure, anesthesia fees, and facility costs. We provide detailed cost breakdowns during the consultation and offer information on available financing options to assist patients.
Why Choose Darrow Plastic Surgery?
Selecting a qualified surgeon for body contouring is vital for achieving satisfactory results. Dr. Jeffery Darrow is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 15 years of experience in aesthetic and reconstructive procedures. Darrow Plastic Surgery utilizes advanced surgical techniques and a dedicated care team to support safe, effective recovery and results focused on improving body contours.
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Schedule a Consultation
Improve the contour and firmness of your thighs by scheduling a consultation at Darrow Plastic Surgery in Brookline, MA. Schedule your consultation today with Dr. Darrow to receive a thorough evaluation and personalized treatment plan tailored to your body contouring goals.
